Athletics Communications Coordinator

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Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Athletics Communications Coordinator

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Athletics Communications Coordinator is responsible for the strategic promotion and public dissemination of information for assigned athletic programs as a key member of the UIW Athletics External Relations Department. The Athletics Communications Coordinator reports to Athletics External Relations Manager.

Benefits

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Athletics Communications Coordinator

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Athletics Communications Coordinator is responsible for the strategic promotion and public dissemination of information for assigned athletic programs as a key member of the UIW Athletics External Relations Department. The Athletics Communications Coordinator reports to Athletics External Relations Manager.

Benefits

UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

Job Duties

| Job Duty Name | Essential Job Duties | | Description of Job Duties |
- Manages complaints and disputes from other institutions and media outlets working as an intermediary between various stakeholders, including coaches, student-athletes, university administrators, and the NCAA/Conference offices. - Promotes teams and programs through written content, including press releases, game recaps, game programs, media guides and feature stories. - Acts as the frontline spokesperson for various teams, responding to media requests, supervising statistical crews and other media support personnel. - Travels with assigned teams to cover games and events. - Coordinates and manages media events, including interviews, press conferences, and credentialing. - Leads and manages sport-specific content updates on the athletics website and official social media platforms. - Works with all external departments to create a social media strategy and consistent messaging across all platforms, bringing to life the question, “Who is UIW Athletics?” - Ensures financial accountability by managing media deliverables tied to corporate sponsorship agreements, including brand placement, digital exposure, and promotional content, to fulfill contractual obligations and protect revenue-generating partnerships. - Enforces communications and branding policies in line with the NCAA, Southland Conference, Ohio Valley Conference, and Mountain Pacific Sports Federation regulations. - Shapes and maintains the athletic department’s external brand identity and ensures consistent messaging across all platforms. - Coordinates media logistics for ESPN+ broadcast, to include in-game statistical reporting. - Plans both long-term and short-term objectives for the Athletic Department related to media relations, branding, and digital strategy. - Supports brand building to increase growth, engagement, and the overall branding of UIW Athletics against other division one universities in the state. - Assists with crisis communications and serves as a strategic advisor to senior athletic leadership in public relations efforts. - Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

| Knowledge Skills and Abilities |
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook or equivalent. - Proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator. - Ability to learn and effectively use StatCrew and NCAA LiveStats. - Superlative writing, verbal communication and interpersonal skills. - Strong multitasking and project management skills. - Detail-oriented and organized. - Tact, discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality, when required. - Ability to establish structure during periods of change and growth. - Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment. - Ability to follow the mission of the university. - Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. - Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

| | Required Education |
Bachelor’s Degree. | | Required Work Experience |
Two (2) years experience in the athletics communications field. | | Preferred Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Sports Management, or related field. - Experience in public relations and/or marketing.

| | Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations |
Must have a valid driver’s license, driving record that is insurable by UIW insurance carrier, and be at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW. | | Work Hours |
Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with extended hours as needed to meet departmental goals to include nights, weekends, and holidays. | | Physical Demands |
- Ability to lift equipment, tools, and/or materials weighing up to 25 pounds waist-high. - Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage and record communication stats, as well as attend meetings on and off campus. - Ability to navigate busses and other vehicles when traveling with the team.

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Posting Details

Posting Details

| Posting Number | AS2236PO | | Number of Vacancies | 2 | | Job Type | Full Time | | Job Category | Administrator (exempt) | | Desired Start Date | 04/16/2026 | | Position End Date (if temporary) | | | Reports to | Athletics Communications Manager | | Salary | $45,000 Annualized | | Open Date | 03/13/2026 | | Close Date | 03/20/2026 | | Open Until Filled | No | | Special Instructions to Applicant |
N/A. | | EOE |
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy). | | Title IX |
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. |

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents 1. Letter of Recommendation 1 2. Other Document

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • UIW Website
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Indeed
   • LinkedIn
   • WorkplaceDiversity.com
   • HispanicDiversity.com
   • BlackJobCenter.com
   • WomensJobCenter.com
   • VeteransConnect.com
   • Personal Referral
   • Employee Referral
   • Other

2. (Open Ended Question)

3. * What is the highest level of education you have achieved?

   • Less than Bachelor's Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • PHD or higher

4. * How many years of experience do you have in the athletics communications field?

   • Less than 2
   • 2 years
   • 3 years
   • 4 years
   • 5 or more years

5. * Do you currently have a valid driver's license AND are you at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW?

   • No
   • Yes, I have a valid driver license and I am at least 21 years old

6. * Rate your experience in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams using the following rating scale for each application: (0) no experience; (1) minimal experience; (2) limited experience; (3) proficient experience; (4) advanced experience; and (5) expert experience. Indicate any special skills in each such as pivot tables, Vlookup, etc...

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Describe your experience working with Photoshop and Illustrator to include organization and time period working with each.

(Open Ended Question)

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