Athletics Communication Coordinator

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Athletics Communication Coordinator

Position: Western Colorado University invites applications for the full-time position of Athletics Communication Coordinator. This position reports to the Assistant Athletic Director of Athletic Communications, works closely with the Director of Athletics, Deputy Director of Athletics and the Associate Athletics Director for Business Operations.

Responsibilities: The Athletics Communication Coordinator (ACC) will report to the Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Communications in delivering the University’s and Athletic Department’s internal and external messaging. The ACC will assist the Assistant AD of Communications with the day-to-day operations of the sports information department and be the primary contact for assigned sports. Along with these duties, the ACC will produce video content for Web and social media distribution; help oversee game day operations; nominate Western teams and individuals for awards; participate in marketing and promotional efforts; supervise and train student workers; collaborate with other departments on Western’s campus to assist with inquiries and requests; assist with acquisition of essential office equipment; and complete other tasks assigned by the Assistant AD and the Director of Athletics. The ACC must adhere to Western Colorado University, RMAC and NCAA guidelines and regulations. Included in, and not limited to, the duties of this position are the writing of press releases, game recaps and feature story content; utilizing graphics and video to produce social media posts; creating/editing video content such as previews for all athletic events and “mic’d up” features; recording/entering statistics for assigned sports using NCAA Livestat software; and managing student-worker schedules and coverage of home athletic contests including press box and press row.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in related field. Ability to support significant evening and weekend work. Candidates must possess accuracy in writing, editing, and proofreading and be computer literate using MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign or other desktop publishing programs. Candidates must have the ability to work with minimal supervision and with interruptions while meeting the demands of multiple priorities and deadlines. Must posses a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in journalism, communications or other related field. Two or more years of intercollegiate athletic administration. experience using NCAA Livestat software and video editing software, along with experience in sports writing, sports copy editing, proofreading or desktop publishing. Prior experience in a university sports information office is highly desired.

Compensation: $45,235 annual salary. This position is FLSA exempt. Western offers an excellent benefits package including shared premiums for a comprehensive health insurance plan, dental insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, and other insurance options. After one year of employment, Western provides free tuition for dependents enrolled full time in undergraduate programs for up to four years.

Application Procedure: Apply online at . Required attachments for online application include a letter of application addressed to Gregg Petcoff, Assistant Athletics Director for Athletic Communications, resume, and contact information for three references.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Please direct questions to Gregg Petcoff, , Assistant Athletics Director for Athletic Communications.

Application deadline is January 2nd, 2026 at 11:59PM (MST).

Additional Information on Western and Gunnison/Crested Butte

Western Colorado University is a public institution with an enrollment of ~3,700 students. 47% of students are undergraduates, 33% are graduate students, and 80% receive some form of financial aid. Western students represent 17 countries, 50 states, and almost every county in Colorado. With an average class size of 17, Western’s faculty and staff share a strong commitment to personalized, rigorous, and immersive education. Visit to learn more about the university.

Western Colorado University is located in Gunnison, Colorado, about 200 miles southwest of Denver amidst over 2 million acres of public land and a vibrant ranching community. The Gunnison valley provides robust cultural programming and exceptional outdoor recreation. A network of dedicated enrich the lives of many in the tight-knit community. , one appreciates a vibrant culture of festivals, exhibitions, performances, wellness activities, and more. In the winter, many enjoy in skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort and along dozens of miles of cross-country trails. In the summer, bikers, hikers, and runners explore 750-plus miles of singletrack trails, while others delight in fishing, boating, and paddleboarding at Blue Mesa Reservoir or on the Gunnison River and its tributaries. Pre-K-12 students are served by the highly-ranked .

Western Colorado University believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Western is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (for state classified positions, with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:

Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at HR@western.edu or (970) 943-3140.

WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS