Assistant Communications Director

EXPIRED

Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Assistant Communications Director

Department

Athletics-0850

Requisition Number

S_260496

Posting Open Date

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Assistant Communications Director

Department

Athletics-0850

Requisition Number

S_260496

Posting Open Date

06/29/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

07/08/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Description of Work

Serve as a member of Athletic Communications team with the responsibility of promotion, publicity and record keeping of assigned sports. This position will serve as the primary communications contact for two teams, while also serving as a secondary contact for either volleyball or men’s basketball, and assisting with assigned duties related to football. Provide proactive and strategic communications advice and counsel to coaches and student-athletes of assigned sports. Keep athletic administration and senior staff informed of key communications opportunities and strategies within assigned sports. Work collaboratively with Digital Media, HuskerVision, Athletic Marketing and Huskers Radio Network to maximize publicity of assigned sport(s) and Husker Athletics. Create news releases, digital publications, game notes, game programs and brochures for assigned sports. Serve as key contributor and content editor for Huskers.com, the official website of the Athletics Department as well as sport-specific social media accounts.

Serve as event manager for assigned sports. Oversee students/graduate assistants while assisting with all Communications office duties. Serve as liaison between assigned sports and media/conference office/NCAA/ and public. Position requires travel with teams and working evenings and weekends.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field plus a minimum 2 years’ experience in Communications. Student work experience will be considered.
• Writing, editing, and design experience on desktop publishing required.
• Ability to manage web site content and social media experience
• Computer skills and outstanding interpersonal communication skills necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graphic design experience
• Experience utilizing newest communication platforms, and AI
• Knowledge of statistical programs

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

No

Physical Required

No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Yes

Posted Salary

$45,000/yr. minimum

How to Apply

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Keith Mann
kmann@huskers.com

Job Category (old)

Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References

Optional Documents

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