Assistant Director of Athletics of Sports Communications

The Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Communications reports directly to the Director of Athletics. The primary duty of the AADSC is to serve as liaison between the Athletic Department, opposing schools and the news media. Assures compliance with all NCAA and Conference Carolinas rules and regulations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and 1+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Create and distribute press releases for the Athletics Department.
• Produce statistical reports, nominations, historical archives and other report requirements for the NCAA, Conference Carolinas, opponents, etc.
• Be responsible for contact with radio, newspapers, and television stations concerning the broadcast and advertising of athletic events, interviews, and photo requests.
• Responsible for organizing and staffing live streaming of home events through Conference Carolinas Network
• Responsible for staffing sports information table at home events
• Respond to NCAA requests and reports. Adhere to NCAA procedures and legislation.
• Respond to conference office, conference institutions, and any other institution’s request for pertinent information.
• Maintain up-to-date records on all events and alumni related to Young Harris College Athletics. This would include both past and present athletes and the development of archives.
• Maintain Athletic Department website and work with Sidearm on redesign when needed.

The Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Communications reports directly to the Director of Athletics. The primary duty of the AADSC is to serve as liaison between the Athletic Department, opposing schools and the news media. Assures compliance with all NCAA and Conference Carolinas rules and regulations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and 1+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Create and distribute press releases for the Athletics Department.
• Produce statistical reports, nominations, historical archives and other report requirements for the NCAA, Conference Carolinas, opponents, etc.
• Be responsible for contact with radio, newspapers, and television stations concerning the broadcast and advertising of athletic events, interviews, and photo requests.
• Responsible for organizing and staffing live streaming of home events through Conference Carolinas Network
• Responsible for staffing sports information table at home events
• Respond to NCAA requests and reports. Adhere to NCAA procedures and legislation.
• Respond to conference office, conference institutions, and any other institution’s request for pertinent information.
• Maintain up-to-date records on all events and alumni related to Young Harris College Athletics. This would include both past and present athletes and the development of archives.
• Maintain Athletic Department website and work with Sidearm on redesign when needed.
• Ensure professional photography materials for the media and schedule all photography sessions for each sport.
• Work directly with the Young Harris College staff in charge of communications and marketing to develop marketing strategies and implementation.
• Adhere to all NCAA and YHC rules and procedures.
• Aid and assist the members of the institution in any aspect of NCAA compliance.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

Applicants who would enrich the diversity of the campus community are strongly encouraged to apply. EOE M/F/D/V

Young Harris College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. All persons involved in the operations of the College are prohibited from engaging in such discrimination.

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