Normal, Illinois
Posted: 17-Jun-25
Location: Laramie, Wyoming
Type: Full-time
Salary: $45,000 - $50,000
Sector:
Preferred Education:
Internal Number: 251458
The University of Wyoming has a rich tradition and long history of success in the Rodeo Arena including 7 NIRA Championship Teams, 27 individual champions and numerous regional championships.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Major duties and responsibilities, under the direct supervision of the Head Coach of the UW Rodeo Team, include, but are not limited to:
Rodeo Operations •Team Roster Organization •NIRA Eligibility Paperwork •Recruiting Support •Coordinate and Organize UW Rodeo travel •Event Planning and Hosting •Fundraising Organization, marketing, and Support •Stewardship •P-Card •Assist with Spring UW Rodeo •Manage with Marketing and Social media •Oversee Media Relations and coordination •Order Supplies, Apparel, Livestock Medicine and Livestock Feed •Collaborate with Head Rodeo Coach and practice livestock suppliers
Academic Support •Assist monitoring Athletes to ensure academic standards and progress each semester •Assist monitoring Athletes to ensure degree completion and graduation •Work with UW Rodeo Coach and Students to provide resources for student academic success
Financial Aid Support •Assist recruits and student athletes with resources for Financial Aid •Identify and promote scholarship opportunities •Identify and Promote NIRA Scholarship opportunities
UW Rodeo Livestock and Facility Management •Work with all UW Rodeo athletes and coaches to manage UW Rodeo Horse Boarding. •Assignment of stalls, Bio-Security planning, procedure and execution of plans •Manage and assist with facility maintenance and cleanliness
Supplemental Functions: •Coordinate with the applicable UW entity to develop practice and competition schedules •May assist in building maintenance, repair and remodeling as necessary. •Assist in training and supervision of work study employment, UW Rodeo crew and part-time staff. •Travel to other centers to transport and test livestock, feed, supplies and materials related to feeding, animal health, animal welfare, equipment needs or facility maintenance and building needs. •Identify needs for the rodeo program •Ensure the safety of student-athletes •Maintain and enforce team rules regarding academic, athletic and social expectations •Manage and potentially coordinate community outreach and fundraising initiatives •Adhere to all applicable University and NIRA rules and regulations. •Other duties as assigned or requested by UW Rodeo Head Coach.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience with 3 years’ experience specifically related to Rodeo, marketing and farm and ranch operations
- Experience with fundraising and donor relations
- Knowledge of animal care, welfare, safety, and nutrition
- Applicants must possess a Valid Driver's License with a motor vehicle record that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy Found at:
http://www.uwyo.edu/auxserv/fleet/Official-Vehicle-Policy/OVP.pdf.
Desired Qualifications: Further consideration will be given to candidates who possess:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, position relevant field
- Demonstrated knowledge and skill in use of Microsoft Office applications
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal communication and hosting skills
- Evidence of strong commitment to academic success
- Knowledge of basic financial aid principals
- Knowledge of Marketing principles
The successful candidate will be a person of integrity with high ethical standards and exhibit a strict adherence to University and NIRA rules and regulations.
Required Materials: Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V., and contact information for four work-related references.
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Hiring Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.