The Department of Athletics’ primary mission is to develop and maintain a top-quality Division II intercollegiate athletics program that is committed to providing a positive and fulfilling academic and athletic experience for all student-athletes, with full consideration given to their physical, emotional and social well-being, including gender issues, ethnic diversity and sexual orientation. The Department of Athletics is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) and is governed by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). The athletics program plays a supporting role in the higher education mission, enhancing a sense of community, strengthening the identity and playing a prominent role in enrollment management of the University. The athletics program represents honor and dignity of fair play and the highest standards associated with rules compliance and amateurism. The Department of Athletics is committed to equitable opportunities for all student-athletes and staff, including women and minorities. The program, as a whole creates excitement and enrichment of life for both the campus community and the community at large through the medium of competitive athletic contests.

This full-time, twelve-month position provides a head coach for the women’s basketball program in athletics. This position will provide overall organization and management of the women’s basketball program. The primary purpose of this position is to coach student athletes including; coaching team practices and games, developing student athlete skills, building understanding of the game, game preparation, strategy, teamwork and conditioning. A major role is the mentoring of student athletes; including academic support and advisement and providing life skills training.

Administrative duties include; game scheduling, coordinating travel; planning and monitoring the women’s basketball budget, managing summer camps, monitoring NCAA compliance, promoting the women’s basketball program on campus and in the community of Pueblo, and developing fund raising opportunities for the women’s basketball program.