University Center Coordinator
Westernalum, Gunnison, CO, United States
**Position Summary:****Job Description:****Position:**Western Colorado University invites applications for thefull-time position ofUniversity Center Coordinator.The position reports to Executive Director of Student Involvement & Engagement, works closely with Facilities**,**and is responsible for University Center operations and creating a vibrant hub for student engagement and campus life.**Responsibilities:** The primary role of this position is to oversee the planning, operations, and overall coordination of the University Center. The UC Coordinator develops and implements both short- and long-term operational goals and strategies that support student engagement and campus life. This position supervises student staff and maintains responsibility for the financial performance of the University Center.The UC Coordinator provides comprehensive management of the facility, including building operations, event services, sustainability and recycling programs, environmental health and safety, and coordination of work performed by external contractors. In addition, this role plays a key part in collaborating with campus partners to support and coordinate campus-wide events and student programs, ensuring the University Center remains a vibrant hub for community, connection, and student involvement.**Minimum Qualifications:*** BA/BS in Business, Communications, Human Services or related field.* 1–3 years of experience in customer service, hospitality, campus operations, or similar environment* Experience providing day-to-day direction, support, or oversight to student or part-time employees* Experience supporting operations of a shared-use facility or high-traffic space (e.g., student union, hotel, conference center, recreation facility)* Ability to work with a wide diversity of people including Faculty, Staff, and Students; excellent communication skills; strong organizational skills; ability to work independently and take initiative.* Ability to work irregular hours including some nights, weekends.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience in a higher education work environment.* Experience in event management.* Managerial experience (at least one year) in hospitality, lodging, or other customer-centered industry.* Experience managing or leading operations of a multi-use facility, including coordination with custodial, maintenance, and event services* Understanding of daily building operations, including scheduling, event support, and safety/risk management* Experience supervising, training, and developing student or part-time staff, including hiring, scheduling, and performance feedback* Demonstrated ability to build a positive team culture and hold staff accountable to high service standards**Compensation:**This full-time FLSA exempt position offers an annual base salary rate of $52,000-58,000. 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 University Center Coordinator search committee, 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 the search committee chair at sphillips@western.edu.**Application deadline** is Friday, May 15, 2026 at 11:59pm (MDT.)**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 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS**It is the ongoing policy and practice of Western Colorado University to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants.
No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local 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.At Western Colorado University our faculty members and staff share a strong commitment to an inclusive and personalized education and take pride in following a set of values that form our vision as a university. Our shared values of courage, growth, inclusivity, integrity and stewardship provide the foundation for our culture and our work. Our faculty and staff are student-oriented, collegial, enthusiastic, and engaged in the campus and community. With the Rocky Mountains as our laboratory, Western is a premier public provider of rigorous, immersive education for our undergraduate and graduate students. The curriculum provides professional flexibility where experiential learning and interdisciplinary approaches are valued. Employees have chosen Western because of the quality of life combined with rewarding careers.
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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 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS**It is the ongoing policy and practice of Western Colorado University to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants.
No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local 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.At Western Colorado University our faculty members and staff share a strong commitment to an inclusive and personalized education and take pride in following a set of values that form our vision as a university. Our shared values of courage, growth, inclusivity, integrity and stewardship provide the foundation for our culture and our work. Our faculty and staff are student-oriented, collegial, enthusiastic, and engaged in the campus and community. With the Rocky Mountains as our laboratory, Western is a premier public provider of rigorous, immersive education for our undergraduate and graduate students. The curriculum provides professional flexibility where experiential learning and interdisciplinary approaches are valued. Employees have chosen Western because of the quality of life combined with rewarding careers.
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