Assistant Sports Information Director

EXPIRED

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

● Demonstrated skills in writing event previews, recaps and feature stories.● Demonstrated ability to manage large amounts of information with accuracy. ● Demonstrated computer competency and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), NCAA LiveStats statistical software, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign and Photoshop) and other campus databases. ● Ability to take initiative in organizing programs, planning events, preparing materials and interacting effectively with members of the athletic department and the campus community.● Demonstrated experience, knowledge and ability in supervising, advising, training, and evaluating student employees, volunteers and interns. ● Effective and professional communication skills, both written and verbal and ability to write and edit, preparing all documents efficiently. ● Ability to multitask, plan, organize and execute day-to-day operations; work under deadlines and maintain a detail oriented and highly confidential approach to each task. ● Ability to prioritize and delegate the flow of work daily. ● Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Experience & Education:

Previous experience in a similar role within an Athletic Department or in higher education.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

● Demonstrated skills in writing event previews, recaps and feature stories.● Demonstrated ability to manage large amounts of information with accuracy. ● Demonstrated computer competency and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), NCAA LiveStats statistical software, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign and Photoshop) and other campus databases. ● Ability to take initiative in organizing programs, planning events, preparing materials and interacting effectively with members of the athletic department and the campus community.● Demonstrated experience, knowledge and ability in supervising, advising, training, and evaluating student employees, volunteers and interns. ● Effective and professional communication skills, both written and verbal and ability to write and edit, preparing all documents efficiently. ● Ability to multitask, plan, organize and execute day-to-day operations; work under deadlines and maintain a detail oriented and highly confidential approach to each task. ● Ability to prioritize and delegate the flow of work daily. ● Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Experience & Education:

Previous experience in a similar role within an Athletic Department or in higher education.

Required Experience & Education:

6 months - 2 years of related experience.

Salary Information:

This is a full-time, 10-month, non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule, Grade 77, based on education and experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application. The review process for applications will be begin on July 21, 2023.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Brittany Tappa, Signers’ Business Office HR Coordinator, at bjtappa@alaska.edu or 907-474-6353.