Posted Date: Nov 02, 2023
Expired Date: Sep 04, 2024Job Title
Director, Sports Information
Agency
Texas A&M International University
Job Title
Director, Sports Information
Agency
Texas A&M International University
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Athletics Department
Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,659.07 monthly
Job Location
Laredo, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Job Summary
The Director, Sports Information ensures that information about the University's intercollegiate athletics programs is available to the public in a timely and effective manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develops and directs a comprehensive program of sports coverage which focuses on both competitive and non-competitive activities and includes information on student-athletes and teams.
Provides information to electronic and print media outlets, develops publications for sports programs.
Maintains statistical data, records, and history on current and past student-athletes and teams.
Develops and maintains an effective presence on the web and with the most appropriate forms of new media.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
Leads, directs, mentors and oversees the athletic communications staff.
Assists to develop and implement a comprehensive public relations program. Promotes the athletic program, teams, and contests.
Assist in all athletic special events, fundraising, promotions and other activities related to athletics
Develop and execute all student-athlete leadership initiatives and development efforts. Oversight of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and mentor programs.
With the help of the Academic Athletic Advisor, oversee NCAA CHAMPS/Life Skills program.
Minimum Requirements
Education – Bachelor’s Degree (communications, public relations, sport administration, marketing, business management or related field).
Experience – Five years of related experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Education and Experience
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of:
In-game statistical program.
Desktop media and other software programs.
Preferred Knowledge and Experience
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
Familiarity with live-streaming software (Production Truck, Wirecast, etc.)
Enhanced leadership and strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to make independent decisions and think and act assertively.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with University community, outside community, and press.
Must possess a commitment to student learning and success, as well as a dedication to growth, development, innovation, and improvement.
Must possess sensitivity to a diverse background of students (academic, socio-economic, cultural/ethnic, physical/learning disabilities).
Must possess commitment and capabilities to abide by NCAA by laws and Lone Star Conference regulations.
Registration, Certification, or Licensure: None
Physical Requirements – None
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Supervision Received/Given:
Works under general supervision and generally supervises others.
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Other Requirements
Position requires travel.
Position requires working evening and/or weekend hours.
Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
Salary: $43,908.80/annually
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials. The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
At least 3 references and their full contact information, and
Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)
Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
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