Under the supervision of the Director of Athletics, the Sports Information and Gameday Coordinator supports the day-to-day operations of the sports information function, including media relations, statistical reporting, digital content, and game-day communications. This role plays a key part in promoting athletic programs, ensuring accurate reporting, and enhancing the visibility of the university’s athletics initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities
This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Duties and responsibilities listed are essential job functions and exclude functions which are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.
Sports Information and Gameday Coordinator
Hattiesburg - Hattiesburg, MS 39401
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Description
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Director of Athletics, the Sports Information and Gameday Coordinator supports the day-to-day operations of the sports information function, including media relations, statistical reporting, digital content, and game-day communications. This role plays a key part in promoting athletic programs, ensuring accurate reporting, and enhancing the visibility of the university’s athletics initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities
This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Duties and responsibilities listed are essential job functions and exclude functions which are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.
Assist the university in implementing the statement and purpose
Assist the university in implementing the long-range institutional and financial plans.
Assist with game-day operations for all intercollegiate athletic events
Compile, manage, and distribute accurate statistics for home athletic contests
Report official scores and statistics to the NAIA, SSAC, and other governing bodies in a timely manner
Maintain compliance with NAIA, SSAC, and institutional reporting requirements
Maintain and update records of team and individual athletic achievements
Assist in the management of athletics-related social media platforms, providing timely and engaging content
Serve as the contact for athletics media and public relations, coordinating with local, regional, and national media outlets
Collaborate with coaching staff to promote team stories and accomplishments
Oversee live statistics and provide real-time updates through approved platforms during competitions
Assist in the development and distribution of athletics communications, including recaps, releases, and feature content
Other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to use common office productivity software, including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations and people
Ability to learn new statistical software
Must be willing to work nights and weekends
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field
Experience in college and university athletics programs
Ability to compose press releases concerning athletic events
Experience in the field of sports information
Physical Demands
Must have ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Must have strength and ability to lift and carry 50 pounds
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting, and to use standard office equipment including a computer and printer
Must have vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone
Must be able to perform duties in an on-campus setting