Assistant Director of Communications (WRITER EDITOR 3)

Job Summary

 

Under direction of the Associate Athletics Director, External Relations, this position is involved with the day-to-day communications and media relations operations for UC Davis’ 25 varsity sports, including publicizing, filling media requests and generating media interest for the intercollegiate athletics program. Keep and maintain statistics and historical records for varsity sports, update the official athletics website, write feature stories for department and campus publications, serve as host media relations director at home events and tournaments, handle confidential public relations issues and fulfills other related duties as assigned.

 

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Job Summary

 

Under direction of the Associate Athletics Director, External Relations, this position is involved with the day-to-day communications and media relations operations for UC Davis’ 25 varsity sports, including publicizing, filling media requests and generating media interest for the intercollegiate athletics program. Keep and maintain statistics and historical records for varsity sports, update the official athletics website, write feature stories for department and campus publications, serve as host media relations director at home events and tournaments, handle confidential public relations issues and fulfills other related duties as assigned.

 

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Apply By Date

October 4th 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license, certification and/or educational degree if required of the position.

• Public speaking experience. 
• Experience working with local, regional and national media.
• Experience with StatCrew statistics software for a variety of sports, including in-game use, and experience with statistics for a variety of sports.
• Design experience using Adobe Photoshop
• Experience working in an NCAA Division I college athletics media relations or sports information office.  Knowledge of NCAA rules as they relate to media relations and statistics.
• Writing and editing skills with news releases and feature stories about collegiate athletics.
• Skills to work on Macintosh computers as well as in Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the internet both as research and communication tools.
• Experience updating websites with news and photos on deadline using Netitor.
• Experience dealing with sensitive and confidential public relations matters. Experience with handling confidential public relations matters.

 

Key Responsibilities 

• 50% - Editorial
• 15% - Game Management
• 15% - Media Relations
• 10% - Publications
• 10% - Record-Keeping/Statistics

 

Department Overview

The Writer will serve as primary media relations contact for approximately 7-9 teams. Specific assignments will be determined.

 

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $67,700/yr. - $120,500/yr. - This position is subject to a budgeted salary of $67,700/yr., commensurate with education and experience
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: 21
• UC Job Title: WRITER EDITOR 3
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: 
• Percentage of Time: Career
• Shift Hours: Manager will advise
• Location: Davis, CA. 
• Union Representation: No
• Benefits Eligible:  Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site

 

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits and eligibility rules by visiting Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

 

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC:  https://ucnet.universityofcalifor...

 

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs
• For eligible roles, UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles 
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

 

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/doc...

• Work occasional evenings and/or nights and occasional weekends on short notice.

 

 

Special Requirements

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. 

 

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. 

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

 

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don’t meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere

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