Assistant Director, Sports Information

Agency

Department

Job Summary

The Assistant Director Sports Information under general supervision assists in publicity efforts for all sponsored sports including writing press releases and feature stories. Produces and edits game programs game notes and media guides. Assists with maintenance of the Athletic Departments Web site.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in publicity efforts for all sponsored sports including writing press releases and feature stories; producing and editing game programs game notes and media guides; helping to maintain historical records; distributes athletic information to all media outlets; and assists in the relations with local regional and national media.

• Assists in the maintenance of the official website.

• Assists with game-day operations including media relations game management and statistical services.

• Trains and supervises student workers task workers.

This document represents the major duties responsibilities and authorities of this job and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assists to develop and implement a comprehensive public relations program. Promotes the athletic program teams and contests.

• May assist in all athletic special events fundraising promotions and other activities related to athletics.

• May help develop and execute all student-athlete leadership initiatives and development efforts. Oversight of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and mentor programs.

• With the help of the Academic Advisors oversee NCAA CHAMPS/Life Skills program.

Minimum Requirements

• Education Bachelors degree in sports journalism sports administration public relations or related field.

• Experience Three years of related experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Masters Degree in related field

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Word processing and spreadsheet applications.

• Demonstrated strong writing and verbal skills.

• Web design and basic computer application experience.

Ability to:

• Ability to perform under deadlines.

• Be reliable to the organization.

• Present information clearly and concisely.

• Multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Communicate effectively with all segments of the campus community.

• Ability to function under adverse and stressful conditions.

Preferred Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of statistical software (Genius Stat Crew PrestoSports etc.)

• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Photoshop InDesign Illustrator)

• Familiarity with live-streaming software (Production Truck Wirecast etc.)

• Must possess commitment and capabilities to abide by NCAA by laws and Lone Star Conference regulations.

License/Professional Certification - None

Physical Requirements General Office Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision Received/Given

This position may supervise student employees task workers.

Other Requirements

• Evening and/or weekend hours will be required.

• Position requires on campus face-to-face interactions.

• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

• Position requires travel.

Salary: $43909.08/hourly

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you Submit the application materials. The software does not allow you to Save your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page My Experience has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• 3 -5 professional references and their full contact information

• Unofficial transcripts

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.