Sports Information Director

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Sports Information Director

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Job Title

Sports Information Director

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Posting Number

S00512

Position Type

Full Time

Hours/Schedule

Standard campus business hours: 8:30am -5:00pm Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Campus

Main Campus, Utica NY

Date Position Available

08/01/2024

Posted Salary

$58,500

FLSA Status

Exempt

Benefits Eligible

Yes

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Position Summary Information

| Position Summary |
The Sports Information Director is charged with managing sports information for 26 intercollegiate
Division III programs. Responsibilities include media relations, publications, statistics collection camp; reporting. Gives general administrative support to the department of athletics with particular emphasis on the areas of compliance and sports information. The Sports Information Director (SID) will also assist in oversight of student-athlete eligibility and ensure individual player and department compliance with ECAC, UCHC, NWGC, CWPA, NCAA, and Empire 8 rules, regulations, and bylaws. The SID will direct the sports information department and will be responsible for all sports information activities and staffing. | | Location | Utica, NY | | Application Deadline | | | *Full consideration by*: | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Major Responsibilities |
A. Act as liaison to the Empire 8 commissioner and associate commissioner. Assists Athletic Director with written reports, departmental planning, and conference projects when needed.
B. Maintain computerized statistics for varsity sports and oversee exchange of statistical information between Utica University, conference headquarters (NCAA, Empire 8, ECAC, UCHC, NWGC, CWPA) related sport websites, and opponents. Responsible for staffing all home games with appropriate statisticians.
C. Develop and maintains individual sport record books. Maintain uticapioneers.com athletics web site, scores, team news, rosters, and schedules. Act as primary contact to all media, reporting box scores and game stories, responds to media requests, suggests feature story ideas, and encourages on-site event coverage. Produce hometown highlight releases and features, which promote student athlete accomplishments.
D. Contribute feature articles for alumni and Advancement office publications, edit sports pages of these publications, and update editorial and photos for university admissions publications. Develop sports marketing identity and ensures consistent usage in conjunction with public relations office. Write and oversee production of game-day programs for varsity teams.
E. Coordinate annual Hall of Fame and Senior Student Athlete Recognition. Develop special game-day events in conjunction with community organizations as well as Utica University’s Student Engagement and Advancement offices. Nominate student-athletes for university, community and national awards.
F. Assist the Director of Athletics with special projects and initiatives when necessary.
G. Perform occasional other related duties as assigned.
H. Maintain Athletic Department web page and social media pages.

| | Driving Responsibilities | | | Travel | | | Supervises | Work-study students, Graduate Assistant and part-time sports info assistant. | | Education & Experience Qualifications |
Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications or related field plus a minimum of two years related experience required. Knowledge of Microsoft software, Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign and Photoshop experience required. Must have statistical experience in soccer, field hockey, volleyball, lacrosse, football and ice hockey. Must be proficient in NCAA statistical software including StatCrew and Genius Live Stats. Photography experience is helpful as head shots and action shots for the athletic web
page will be taken. | | Minimum Skills/Abilities |
Strong organizational and communication skills required. Detail oriented and able to work well under pressure. Must be able to work evenings and weekends during sport seasons. | | Applicant Documents Instructions |
All positions at Utica University support the University’s mission and values in part by being active members of an inclusive environment. Please describe in your diversity statement how you would see yourself incorporating this into this role.

In line with the University’s Affirmative Action Policy, there is no requirement or expectation that a candidate disclose their identity or membership in any protected class or group, either in the diversity statement or in other application documents submitted to the search committee. For additional information on what to provide in your diversity statement please reference the diversity statement guide at the following link: https://www.utica.edu/hr/media/Divers... | | Additional information | Visa sponsorship is not available for this position | | EEO/AA Statement |
Utica University is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the
diversity of its workforce. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, sex,
pregnancy, ethnic or national origin, religion, marital status, age, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status,
disability, citizenship status, genetic predisposition, domestic violence
victim status, or protected status under applicable local, state, or
federal law. | | Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community |
Our community of students, faculty and staff reflect a diversity of experiences, opinions, and cultural backgrounds shaped by biology, society, history, and choice. Our community includes members who are diverse by virtue of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religious and/or spiritual affiliations, and socio-economic status, as well as the number of other ways in which who we are influences how we see the world. Furthermore, we value and celebrate diversity, and this results in a commitment to multiculturalism. We believe that within the community of human persons, all cultures, perspectives, and beliefs about faith, ideals, taste and lifestyles are of equal value. Our diversity deepens our commitment to nurture a multicultural environment in which we engage with others and blend perspectives, to learn about diverse cultures, to explore who we are and where we come from and to accept one another without prejudice. The Utica University Mission and Values Statement includes a commitment to fostering diversity in perspective, background, and experience within an environment that is dedicated to the freedom of expression and the open sharing of ideas. | | Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans |
Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 to offer options for higher education study to veterans returning from the Second World War. More than seventy years since veterans returned from WWII, this tradition of serving veterans is still held in high regard here at Utica University, and we are proud to welcome veterans as students and as valued members of our faculty and professional staff. |

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1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • HercJobs.org (HERC Higher Ed Recruitment Consortium)
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Observer Dispatch (Utica OD)-newspaper
   • Ithaca Journal
   • Personal Referral
   • Utica University Website
   • Albany Times Union
   • Binghamton Press & Sun
   • careerbuilders.com
   • centralnewyorkhelpwanted.com
   • Chronicle.com (Chronicle of Higher Ed website)
   • Elmira Star Gazette
   • Utica University Online Employment Website
   • DiverseEducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education
   • Historically Black Colleges and Universities
   • Indeed.com
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae 2. Cover Letter 3. "Contributions to Diversity" Statement Optional Documents 1. Letter of Reference #1

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