Director of Sports Information

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Job Title

Director of Sports Information

Position Type

Staff

Job Description

The Director of Athletics Communications and Operations shall direct the day-to-day event operations and department communications for all McMurry University Division

III

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Position Information

Job Title

Director of Sports Information

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Position Type

Staff

Job Description

The Director of Athletics Communications and Operations shall direct the day-to-day event operations and department communications for all McMurry University Division

III

Athletics programs and facilities.

McMurry is deeply committed to building a community that embraces diversity and fosters equity and inclusion on our campus. We seek applicants who recognize diversity and cultural mindfulness as integral components of university excellence. We are looking for candidates who will contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and the advancement of distinctive perspectives at McMurry.

Essential Duties Summary

Major/Essential Duties of the Job:

• Provide coordination of all publicity and communications, while serving as the chief public relations officer for the McMurry Department of Athletics.

• Coordinate with University Marketing and Communications to develop messages consistent with University brand.

• Oversee assistant director of athletics communications to help with selected sports.

• Responsible for designing and/or approving all promotional materials.

• Coordinate venue setup and manage game day staff for all home competitions.

• Assist with game management protocols, procedures, coordinate set-up and tear-down for all home events; Communicate with visiting teams and officials.

• Learn the requirements needed to successfully operate all music, scoreboard, and PA duties at assigned athletic events in order to train others.

• Create departmental graphics through the use of Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere and/or iMovie; Direct video creation, editing, and photography

• Direct all department social media accounts.

• Oversee and manage the university athletic website.

• Operate statistical programs as required for assigned sporting events.

• Plan and implement logistical changes or improvements for the athletic department.

• Collaborate with the McMurry Maintenance and Facilities Departments for venue scheduling and event logistics.

• Interact with fans, scholar-athletes, and other faculty/staff members at events with a positive attitude and manner representing McMurry Athletics.

• Maintain confidentiality for the department. Treats with utmost confidentiality and sensitivity any matter pertaining to medical, academic and personal data of student athletes and any information either directly or indirectly affecting the University and/or Athletic Department.

• Adhere to all

NCAA

Division

III

rules and regulations, Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference rules and regulations, as well as McMurry University athletics department rules and regulations.

• Other duties as assigned by the athletic administration staff.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Sports Management, Communications, or other related field. Combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Strong written and oral communications skills; Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office products; Strong interpersonal skills; Ability to manage game day staff and communicate with other campus departments and McMurry visitors; Ability to lift and move necessary equipment for set up and tear down of facilities; Experience with InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere, iMovie, and/or statistical programs; familiarity with social media marketing channels including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram.

Must be highly organized and able to work independently on major projects. The ability to work evenings and weekends with occasional travel will be required.

Minimum Required Education

Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience working in a university athletic environment working in Sports Information, Communications, Facilities, or Athletic Administration.

Physical Demands

The ability to work evenings and weekends with occasional travel. The ability to lift and move necessary equipment for set up and tear down of facilities.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Salary

EEO Statement

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action

McMurry University is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the university community and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status, in employment or the provision of services, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation is also prohibited pursuant to University policy.

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | AS901P | | Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Desired Start Date | 07/29/2024 | | Posting Open Date | 05/24/2024 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Interested candidates will need to provide examples of related materials by uploading to the portfolio section of the application materials that will demonstrate ability to perform duties for this position. Examples to provide may include press releases, writing samples, publications, links to websites developed, social media posts in a professional setting, video’s, and any other related materials. |

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Transcripts 3. Portfolio 4. Letter of Recommendation

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