Assistant Sports Information Director (49491)

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Job Location

Randolph College Incorporated - Lynchburg, VA

Description

Assistant Sports Information Director

FLSA Classification

Full-time, Non-exempt

Reports to

[Sports Information Director]

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Job Details

Job Location

Randolph College Incorporated - Lynchburg, VA

Description

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Assistant Sports Information Director

FLSA Classification

Full-time, Non-exempt

Reports to

[Sports Information Director]

Date

July 2024

Job Description

Summary/objective

Assist the Sports Information Director in all aspects of communication and media coverage for the college’s 20 varsity sports and other areas within the athletic department. The position supports the Sports Information Director by developing story ideas, writing, distributing press releases, and coordinating media attendance at campus sporting events. Assists game day coverage at the site of competition which includes providing all resources necessary for game coverage. Assists with the daily operations of the Randolph Athletics sports website to include writing, editing, and updating its contents. Assists with the hiring and training of student workers and interns that help with sports information duties.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Must effectively carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of this position in a manner that consistently demonstrates Randolph College’s mission and core values in a positive manner.

Competencies

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including having the ability to identify and develop game and feature stories

• Proficient in Statistics software (NCAA Live Stats, Presto Stats, Statcrew)

• Proficient in Adobe Suite software (InDesign, Photoshop)

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel)

• Familiarity with video production software preferably Production Truck)

• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, etc.)

• Experience with website development, maintenance, and associated software particularly with SIDEARM

• Strong writing, computer, organizational and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work weekend and evening hours

• Ability to effectively relate to students, faculty, staff and the general public

Supervisory responsibilities

Experience with student staff training, supervision and evaluation

Work environment

Position typically works in an office environment.

Physical demands

Requires standing/walking/sitting for extended periods. May occasionally lift 10/15 lbs.

Travel required

May travel infrequently on College business.

Required education and experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree required preferably in Communications/or related field
• Minimum one to two years of previous athletic communication experience

Additional eligibility requirements

None.

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States. Pre-employment criminal background checks.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Randolph College is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political beliefs, or any other classification protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, termination, placement, transfer, layoff, recall, compensation, and training.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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