Athletic Communications Associate

EXPIRED

Requisition Number:

57923

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

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Requisition Number:

57923

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

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City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

Temporary Staff

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date:

21-Jul-2024

Date Posted:

15-Jul-2024

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Job Summary

The University of Colorado Boulder Athletics department encourages applications for multiple Athletic Communications Associate positions! Reporting to the Associate Athletic Director for Athletic Communications, these roles help develop and implement strategies within the University of Colorado Boulder Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. These positions will help with all sports, specifically football and men's and women's basketball, and also serve as the primary contact for one sport as assigned. Associates ensure that all communications strategies and execution fit within the broader context of the department, University, conference and NCAA goals and compliance requirements. This also includes helping provide a positive social media presence through a variety of digital media platforms and assisting with social strategy, execution and content creation on all platforms. This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program, which shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department Mission Statement, Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the Big -12 and the NCAA.

The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes-both across Colorado and around the world.

What You Should Know

• This is a 40 hours per week position.
• This is a temporary nine-month appointment.

What We Can Offer

• The hourly rate for this position is $18.00 per hour.

Benefits

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

Be Statements

Be driven. Be strategic. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• Bachelor's Degree In Communication or a related field.
• One year of working in a college or professional athletics communications office. Undergraduate and graduate experience is acceptable.

What You Will Need

• Proficiency in the Microsoft and Adobe software packages.
• Working knowledge of social media best practices.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Strong written and editorial experience including social media, website content and print articles.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Previous communications experience with CU Boulder.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by July 21, 2024, for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

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