Athletics Communications Assistant (Public Communications Specialist I)

EXPIRED

Working Title: Athletics Communications Assistant *Internal Only*

Department Name: Athletics Operations

Division: Student Affairs

Working Title: Athletics Communications Assistant *Internal Only*

Department Name: Athletics Operations

Division: Student Affairs

This is an 'On-Campus Only' Recruitment. Qualified applicants must be current employees of CSUDH.

Classification Title: Public Communications Specialist I

Classification Salary Range: $3,505 - $5,936 per month

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $3,505 - $4,331 per month.

The final salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

About the Department/Position:

Under the direct supervision of the Sr. Associate Athletics Director, the Athletics Communications Assistant will provide a variety of general office and clerical duties related to the daily operations of intercollegiate athletics facilities. This incumbent will provide support with the preparation of documents for reconciliation, tracking & reporting, and communicating schedules and assignments to ensure all athletic staff is informed. This incumbent will also assist with game operations for all home contests and special events.

The schedule may vary depending on athletic events requiring some evenings and weekends.

Overview of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist communication team with media relations.
• Compose and prepare memos, letters, notices, and bulletins as requested.
• Schedule and coordinate appointment calendars, travel and arrange meetings, and take notes during communication meetings.
• Assist the program director and coordinator with game day and event operations.
• Coordinate athletic events and ensure collection and verification of sports statistics

Minimum Qualifications:

• Normally obtained through a college degree, which includes relevant coursework in the field, and up to two years of related professional or technical experience. In addition, strong written and verbal communication skills with a solid foundation in grammar, spelling, and the composition of various communication vehicles are essential to initial entry to this classification.
• Valid California Driver License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of intercollegiate sports
• Working knowledge of athletics communication platforms
• Demonstrated competence in understanding, interpreting, and communicating procedures, policies, information, ideas, and instructions.
• Ability to effectively handle interpersonal interactions at all levels and handle and build relationships with internal and external customers.
• Ability to learn, interpret independently, and apply a variety of complex policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in communication or Journalism
• Experience using various platforms to promote events.
• Experience writing and reporting on sporting athletic programs.
• Experience to be proficient in performing most or all work assignments.
• General working knowledge of applicable university infrastructure, policies, and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of office methods, procedures, and practices.
• Fluency in using standard office software packages.
• Knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Able to identify deviations from applicable policies.
• Ability to apply independent judgment, discretion, and initiative to address problems and develop practical,
• thorough, and, at times, creative solutions.
• Ability to perform standard arithmetic functions of a transactional nature, including tracking and comparing data.
• Work often involves front-line contacts with a variety of campus and community individuals requiring active problem-solving and effective interpersonal skills.

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General Information:

• Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. You can access a full description of our benefits here.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program.
• The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Closing Statement

California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at (310) 243-3771.

California State University Dominguez Hills is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Employees at California State University, Dominguez Hills shall abide by the Nondiscrimination Statement.