Associate Athletic Director, Strategic Communications

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Position Information

| Job Title | Associate Athletic Director, Strategic Communications | | FLSA Status | Exempt | | Posted Salary Range | Commensurate with experience. | | Employment Status | Full Time | | Department | Administration | | Job Summary |
The incumbent is responsible for all aspects of electronic media production, strategic communications plans, public relations initiatives and the Brave Sports Network programming related to the University’s intercollegiate sports. | | Knowledge Skills and Abilities |
- Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and guidelines - Knowledge of communications best practices - Knowledge of sports events production and directing - Excellent leadership and management skills - Proficient computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite and automated scorebook statistical software - Competent photographic skills (preferred) - Ability to manage and promote tournaments - Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision | | Essential Job Functions |
- Develops and implements a strategic communications plan which promotes the Alcorn Athletics’ brand - Enhances and maintains public relations initiatives that engage students, alumni, fans and sponsors - Oversees the Brave Sports Network through coordinator of game day production, video board content management and leveraging the streaming platform - Produces and manages content on official Alcorn Athletics social media sites - Maintains statistical data and historical records for all sports - Hires and supervises clock operators, statisticians, student workers, public address announcers, etc., for selected sports - Produces game day programs and maintains the Athletic website - Establishes and fosters relationships with local sports reporters - Provides media passes and media seating for athletic events, upon request - Compiles statistics and FAQs for all in – season sports events - Supervises staff to provide game management for all sports

Other Duties: Other related duties, as assigned | | Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, sports management, or related field. - Three (3) years experience in a sports information environment - Prior experience dealing with the media on the local, regional and national level; General journalism experience preferred | | Licensing and Certifications |
N/A |

Physical Requirements

| Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas | | | Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds | | | Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds | Occasionally | | Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds | | | Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds | | | Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds | | | Travel | Frequently | | Extended Work Hours | Frequently |

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S1066 | | Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Location | Lorman | | Position End Date (if temporary) | | | Open Date | 10/01/2024 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | No | | EEO Statement |

Alcorn State University

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Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 3. Unofficial Transcripts 4. Multi Media 5. Letter of Recommendation (Professional) 6. Letter of Recommendation (Personal) 7. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal) Optional Documents