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The Athletic Department at CWU is accepting applications to fill current and future annual appointment assistant coaching positions to coach in the areas listed below.
- Men's Baseball
- Men's/Women's Basketball
- Men's Football
- Women's Soccer
- Women's Softball
- Men's/Women's Track
- Women's Volleyball
Who we are:
We are a team of individuals committed to Changing Students' Lives. No matter what job, each of us plays a part in supporting and empowering our students to fulfill their dreams.
Working in higher education provides career growth and career choice. Think of a university campus like a mini city, operating across 380 acres. You'll find diverse academics, libraries, athletics and sporting events, full service and quick serve dining, conferences and events from small to large, recreation centers, housing, health services, police and public safety for the campus population of ~8,300 students.
Central Washington University has been named a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Top Producing Institution for the 2022-2023 academic year. In addition, for seven out of eight years, CWU was a recipient of the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. RentCafe has also named CWU #13 of the Top 20 Best College Towns in the U.S. in 2025.
Come join us on our journey to encourage, inspire, and create spaces where all identities thrive on campus.
Tour our campus in Ellensburg here. www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjdhOegDa9A
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and Documentation of:
- Prior Coaching/Assistant Coaching Experience OR
- 3 years Professional Sport Athletic Experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Collegiate Coaching Experience
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
Salary: Based on the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
The minimum remuneration for full-time coaches (with an eleven (11) month contract) for the 2026-2027 academic year will be as follows.
These amounts will be prorated for part-time coaches or coaches with contracts shorter than eleven months:
(a) Assistant Coach: $54,877
(b) Senior Assistant Coach: $57,622
(c) Head Coach: $60,366
(d) Senior Head Coach: $63,383
Applicable Centers/Sites: Ellensburg (Main Campus)
Additional Information: This announcement will be used to develop a pool of applicants for positions in the department of Athletics through March 2027. There is a possibility that selected applicants may be called on short notice to fill lecturer vacancies on a quarter-by-quarter basis.
Screening of applications begins immediately and will continue as needed. The number of lecturer positions filled varies from quarter to quarter, depending upon the needs of the department. Positions typically start at the beginning of an academic quarter. Your application will be maintained in this pool for consideration through March 2027.
How To Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach:
- A cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- Contact information for three professional references; and
- Unofficial transcripts for the highest degree held
Note: Although copies of transcripts are acceptable for application purposes, all job offers are contingent upon verification of highest degree held.
Contact Information
Direct inquiries to:
Rachel Lambrecht
Email: Rachel.Lambrecht@cwu.edu
Department Link: Wildcat Sports
Please contact Human Resources at hr@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.
Conditions of Employment
Background Check/Reference Check Process:
Prior to employment, final candidate(s) will be required to sign a Sexual Misconduct disclosure in pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 and submit to a background check. All information obtained through background investigations will be strictly confidential and revealed only to those required to have access.
The conditions of employment with Central Washington University are set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Central Washington University and United Faculty of Central, University policies and procedures, and applicable state and federal laws.
The Collective Bargaining Agreement may be found here: CWU Faculty Relations.
Notice to Prospective Employees:
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Statement
Central Washington University is an EEO/AA/Title IX Institution. Central Washington University's policies and practices affirm and actively promote the rights of all individuals to equal opportunity in education and employment. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, disability, or status as a protected veteran is prohibited. The university provides an internal procedure for reporting discrimination and affords protection against retaliation for participating in the complaint process. Central Washington University complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and executive orders including when soliciting bids and in the fulfillment of all contracts with governmental agencies. Direct related inquiries to Civil Rights Compliance, 202 Barge Hall, Ellensburg, WA 98926-7501; Telephone 509-963-2050; or email crc@cwu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodations
Central Washington University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact Human Resources at HR@cwu.edu or call 509-963-1202. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the Central Washington University Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (i.e. Clery Report) which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, available online here or call CWU Police and Parking Services at 509-963-2959 for a paper copy.
Job Summary
The Athletic Department at CWU is accepting applications to fill current and future annual appointment assistant coaching positions to coach in the areas listed below.
- Men's Baseball
- Men's/Women's Basketball
- Men's Football
- Women's Soccer
- Women's Softball
- Men's/Women's Track
- Women's Volleyball
Who we are:
We are a team of individuals committed to Changing Students' Lives. No matter what job, each of us plays a part in supporting and empowering our students to fulfill their dreams.
Working in higher education provides career growth and career choice. Think of a university campus like a mini city, operating across 380 acres. You'll find diverse academics, libraries, athletics and sporting events, full service and quick serve dining, conferences and events from small to large, recreation centers, housing, health services, police and public safety for the campus population of ~8,300 students.
Central Washington University has been named a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Top Producing Institution for the 2022-2023 academic year. In addition, for seven out of eight years, CWU was a recipient of the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. RentCafe has also named CWU #13 of the Top 20 Best College Towns in the U.S. in 2025.
Come join us on our journey to encourage, inspire, and create spaces where all identities thrive on campus.
Tour our campus in Ellensburg here. www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjdhOegDa9A
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and Documentation of:
- Prior Coaching/Assistant Coaching Experience OR
- 3 years Professional Sport Athletic Experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Collegiate Coaching Experience
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
Salary: Based on the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
The minimum remuneration for full-time coaches (with an eleven (11) month contract) for the 2026-2027 academic year will be as follows.
These amounts will be prorated for part-time coaches or coaches with contracts shorter than eleven months:
(a) Assistant Coach: $54,877
(b) Senior Assistant Coach: $57,622
(c) Head Coach: $60,366
(d) Senior Head Coach: $63,383
Applicable Centers/Sites: Ellensburg (Main Campus)
Additional Information: This announcement will be used to develop a pool of applicants for positions in the department of Athletics through March 2027. There is a possibility that selected applicants may be called on short notice to fill lecturer vacancies on a quarter-by-quarter basis.
Screening of applications begins immediately and will continue as needed. The number of lecturer positions filled varies from quarter to quarter, depending upon the needs of the department. Positions typically start at the beginning of an academic quarter. Your application will be maintained in this pool for consideration through March 2027.
How To Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach:
- A cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
- Contact information for three professional references; and
- Unofficial transcripts for the highest degree held
Note: Although copies of transcripts are acceptable for application purposes, all job offers are contingent upon verification of highest degree held.
Contact Information
Direct inquiries to:
Rachel Lambrecht
Email: Rachel.Lambrecht@cwu.edu
Department Link: Wildcat Sports
Please contact Human Resources at hr@cwu.edu or 509-963-1202 if you require technical assistance with the on-line application process.
Conditions of Employment
Background Check/Reference Check Process:
Prior to employment, final candidate(s) will be required to sign a Sexual Misconduct disclosure in pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 and submit to a background check. All information obtained through background investigations will be strictly confidential and revealed only to those required to have access.
The conditions of employment with Central Washington University are set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Central Washington University and United Faculty of Central, University policies and procedures, and applicable state and federal laws.
The Collective Bargaining Agreement may be found here: CWU Faculty Relations.
Notice to Prospective Employees:
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Statement
Central Washington University is an EEO/AA/Title IX Institution. Central Washington University's policies and practices affirm and actively promote the rights of all individuals to equal opportunity in education and employment. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, disability, or status as a protected veteran is prohibited. The university provides an internal procedure for reporting discrimination and affords protection against retaliation for participating in the complaint process. Central Washington University complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and executive orders including when soliciting bids and in the fulfillment of all contracts with governmental agencies. Direct related inquiries to Civil Rights Compliance, 202 Barge Hall, Ellensburg, WA 98926-7501; Telephone 509-963-2050; or email crc@cwu.edu.
Reasonable Accommodations
Central Washington University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact Human Resources at HR@cwu.edu or call 509-963-1202. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the Central Washington University Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (i.e. Clery Report) which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, available online here or call CWU Police and Parking Services at 509-963-2959 for a paper copy.
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Which education employers in Washington sponsor Green Cards?
The University of Washington and Washington State University are among the most active sponsors, particularly for faculty, researchers, and specialized academic staff. Large K-12 districts such as Seattle Public Schools, Bellevue School District, and Northshore School District have sponsored Green Cards for teachers in shortage subject areas. Education technology companies based in the Seattle area also sponsor permanent residency for instructional designers and curriculum specialists.
Which cities in Washington have the most education Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Seattle and the surrounding Eastside cities, including Bellevue, Redmond, and Kirkland, account for the largest share of education Green Card sponsorship opportunities, driven by major universities, well-funded school districts, and a concentration of education technology employers. Spokane is the second-largest market, anchored by Washington State University and Gonzaga University. Tacoma and Olympia also have active school districts and community colleges that occasionally sponsor permanent residency.
What types of education roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Washington?
University faculty positions, particularly tenure-track and research-focused roles, are the most commonly sponsored through the EB-1B or EB-2 National Interest Waiver pathways. K-12 teachers in STEM subjects, special education, and bilingual education often qualify under EB-2 or EB-3 through PERM labor certification. Instructional coordinators, curriculum developers, and education technology specialists at both institutions and private companies can also qualify depending on degree requirements and employer willingness to sponsor.
How do I find education Green Card sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters education jobs in Washington by Green Card sponsorship, so you can focus only on employers actively willing to sponsor permanent residency. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you narrow results by role type and location within Washington, which is more efficient than sorting through general job postings where sponsorship intent is rarely stated upfront.
Are there any Washington-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in education?
Washington has no state income tax, which affects compensation structure but not the sponsorship process itself. For K-12 roles, Washington's Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction issues teaching certificates, and employers typically require or expect certification before initiating PERM labor certification. University positions often move through the EB-1B or NIW pathway independently of PERM, which can be faster for research-focused candidates. The state's strong technology sector also means some education technology employers have established immigration infrastructure and are more familiar with Green Card processes than smaller institutions.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card education jobs in Washington?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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