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Graduate Assistant, Athletic Communications

| | About the Organization | Mars Hill University is a private, four-year liberal arts institution located in the mountains of western North Carolina. Founded in 1856 by Baptist families of the region, it is the oldest institution of higher learning in western North Carolina on its original site. Mars Hill University, is an academic community rooted in the Christian faith, that challenges and equips students to pursue intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth through an education that is grounded in a rigorous study of the Liberal Arts, connected with the world of work, and committed to character development, to service, and to responsible citizenship in the community, the region, and the world. | | Category | Student Opportunities |

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Graduate Assistant, Athletic Communications

| | About the Organization | Mars Hill University is a private, four-year liberal arts institution located in the mountains of western North Carolina. Founded in 1856 by Baptist families of the region, it is the oldest institution of higher learning in western North Carolina on its original site. Mars Hill University, is an academic community rooted in the Christian faith, that challenges and equips students to pursue intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth through an education that is grounded in a rigorous study of the Liberal Arts, connected with the world of work, and committed to character development, to service, and to responsible citizenship in the community, the region, and the world. | | Category | Student Opportunities | Apply Now

| Exempt/Non-Exempt | Non-Exempt | | Full-Time/Part-Time | -unspecified- | | Description |

Mars Hill University is seeking a graduate assistant for athletic communications. Mars Hill University, located in Mars Hill, North Carolina, is a Division II member of the NCAA, competes in the South Atlantic Conference (SAC), and boasts 23 varsity athletic programs. The position is responsible for assisting the Director of Athletic Communications in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the department as well as other duties within the athletic department.

The part-time position is open to those who are in the process of or have already been accepted into one of the three graduate programs at Mars Hill University. Enrollment in one of Mars Hill University's graduate programs is required. The position provides a monthly stipend, as well as half tuition remission. If the applicant is selected and chooses to live on campus, housing costs will be reduced by 40 percent.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as contact for assigned sports
• Assist in game day operations for all sports
• Keep in-game statistics and archive/maintain historical records for assigned sports
• Write and/or coordinate game notes, press releases, game recaps and feature stories for assigned sports
• Produce game day programs, game day graphics/video, etc.
• Promote Mars Hill Lions athletics on social media
• Assist with website management and create content for MarsHillLions.com
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with student-athletes, coaches, and other members of the athletic department
• Other duties assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrollment in one of the Mars Hill University Graduate Programs
• Ability to work nights and weekends
• Strong time management skills with ability to thrive in fast-paced environment
• Exceptional communication and writing skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with using Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, or other similar graphic design, photography, videography programs is highly desired
• Ability to create graphics and shoot photos/videos, while editing with aforementioned programs
• Knowledge of StatCrew and/or Genius statistical software
• An understanding of the demands of the position

CONTACT

To apply for the position, please send a résumé and cover letter to:

Adam Williams
Director of Athletic Communications
Mars Hill University

| | Position Requirements | | | Open Date | 1/23/2024 | | EOE Statement | In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), MHU provides reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the organization or would change the essential functions of the job. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to Human Resources (see below).

MHU is committed to hiring faculty and staff who fully support MHU’s mission. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. In accordance with federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, familial status, sexual orientation, and reprisal. To file a complaint with Mars Hill University, contact:

Jennie Matthews
Office of Human Resources
Box 6664
Mars Hill University Mars Hill, NC 28754 828 689-1197
828 689-1256 Fax
jmatthews@mhu.edu

To file a complaint of discrimination, write to:
USDA, Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Stop 9410
Washington DC 20250-9410
Or call toll-free at (866) 632-9992 (English) or (800) 877-8339 (TDD) or (866) 377-8642
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USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. | | | |

This position is currently accepting applications.

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