Athletics Communication Assistant

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Lycoming College is hiring an Athletics Communication Assistant to join our Marketing and Athletics teams

The successful candidate will work with all of the College’s 19 varsity athletic teams to promote and provide coverage of the athletic programs. This is a part-time position that is allotted a maximum of 1,450 hours annually mainly working an average of 30 hours per week from August-June. The pay for this position is $15.46 per hour.

Who We Are:
Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected residential liberal arts and sciences colleges and is becoming increasingly recognized for the quality of its experiential programming and for students gaining the skills needed upon graduation in today’s world. Students partner with faculty in doing original research, thrive in a robust program of internships, study abroad in more than two dozen countries, and compete in 19 NCAA Division III sports. Lycoming College’s strong endowment per student provides the foundation to support a first-rate undergraduate education. The College offers more than 100 majors, minors, and concentrations to about 1,100 active learners, including 30% international and domestic students of color. Students represent 25 states and territories and 15 countries.

Lycoming College is hiring an Athletics Communication Assistant to join our Marketing and Athletics teams

The successful candidate will work with all of the College’s 19 varsity athletic teams to promote and provide coverage of the athletic programs. This is a part-time position that is allotted a maximum of 1,450 hours annually mainly working an average of 30 hours per week from August-June. The pay for this position is $15.46 per hour.

Who We Are:
Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected residential liberal arts and sciences colleges and is becoming increasingly recognized for the quality of its experiential programming and for students gaining the skills needed upon graduation in today’s world. Students partner with faculty in doing original research, thrive in a robust program of internships, study abroad in more than two dozen countries, and compete in 19 NCAA Division III sports. Lycoming College’s strong endowment per student provides the foundation to support a first-rate undergraduate education. The College offers more than 100 majors, minors, and concentrations to about 1,100 active learners, including 30% international and domestic students of color. Students represent 25 states and territories and 15 countries.

The College proudly celebrates and values the principle of inclusive excellence. In support of its commitment to establishing an inclusive and equitable campus, Lycoming College seeks to recruit more faculty and staff from historically underrepresented groups with the recognition that doing so advances institutional excellence.

Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer.

What will I do in this role?

• Promote and publicize the department of athletics through campus, local and national media outlets as well as through the lycomingathletics.com and social media avenues.
• Serve as a writer and editor for the department’s website, programs and other printed pieces.
• Produce video features and highlight content for YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and lycomingathletics.com.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in sports management, journalism, communications or relevant field.
• At least one year’s experience in athletic media relations or related field.
• Experience specifically with athletic communications / sports desk preferred.
• Ability to write sports releases.
• Ability to clearly communicate both orally and written.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and interact with a diverse group of people
• Must have technical knowledge of Microsoft, Statcrew/Automated Scorebook, Adobe and HTML Language.

What We Offer!
Employee Perks: - 15% discount at the campus bookstore, excluding textbooks and snacks. - Reduced rates for meal packages for on-campus dining facilities - Use of the campus recreations center and gym facilities for employees - Use of the campus Library How do I Join the Warrior Team?
Apply directly online by submitting your resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Within the cover letter please let us know how your interests and goals tie to the mission of the College and the position.

Application review will begin immediately and will cease once the position has been filled. Post-offer criminal history background check and motor vehicle record check will occur.

Lycoming College Proudly Celebrates and Values Diversity!
We are committed to fostering an inclusive campus community supporting all faculty, staff, and students. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and all who are interested in supporting and contributing to our mission. Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer.