Assistant Director of Athletic Communication

• Closes 28-Jul-2024 (CST)
• Athletics
• River Forest, IL, USA
• Full Time

Assistant Director of Athletic Communication

• Closes 28-Jul-2024 (CST)
• Athletics
• River Forest, IL, USA
• Full Time
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Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the Assistant Director of Athletic Communication.

This position reports directly to the Director of Athletic Communication and is located in River Forest, IL.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS).
• Oversee all writing and editing for the athletics department publications, including but not limited to post-game recaps, feature stories, and staff and athlete bios
• Coordinate game production and operations
• Assist with oversight of game workers and the Graduate Assistant
• Maintain CUC Athletics social media accounts and website

Skill Sets:

• Exhibits a service mentality toward all stakeholders
• All communication with stakeholders is effective, professional, accurate, and timely
• Improves work performance and that of others by being receptive to and appropriately sharing information
• Strong related computer and technology skills
• Proficient in graphic design, video editing, broadcast production, and photography
• Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Familiar with and skilled in various social media platforms
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago

Minimum Experience Required: 2 years of experience in collegiate athletics in a similar role.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Communications, or a related discipline.

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting range is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability and Survivor Plan (Basic Life Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include a cover letter, resume and references with their online application.

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs.

About Concordia University Chicago:

Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities-Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education, rooted in the Gospel, at CUChicago.edu.

Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world.