Athletics Communications Intern
Posted Aug 31, 2024
Posting Details
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Position Title
Athletics Communications Intern
Posting Details
First Section
Position Title
Athletics Communications Intern
Apply NowPosition Approval Date
08/29/2024
Is this position budgeted?
Yes
Is this position an essential position?
No
About Susquehanna
Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.
The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing — and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive — present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.
Position Summary
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of Athletic Communications, the Athletics Communications Intern supports Susquehanna University’s long and proud Division
III
heritage by helping to generate regional and national visibility for its 23 intercollegiate sports and its student-athletes through creative video/digital content, media relations, press releases, media guides, SURiverHawks.com, and any other available print & electronic media. This is a one-year appointment, with the possibility of subsequent reappointments up to a total of three years. This position is defined as a non-exempt position under
FLSA
regulations.
Specific Responsibilities
The Athletics Communications Intern, supported by several student assistants, is responsible for assisting the director in:
Maintaining and managing the athletics website, SURiverHawks.com, as well as the department’s social media platforms to help recruit student-athletes and inform alumni, parents and the University community.
Developing video/digital content for the athletics website, social media, athletic development, and individual team and marketing materials.
Serving as the primary contact person for several sports.
Hiring, training, and managing the student staff in the office and during contests.
Handling sports media relations, supporting the sports hometown news release program, and writing information for media on the University’s varsity sports programs.
Staffing press areas and official scoring areas at home sporting events, while maintaining statistical records on student-athletes.
Producing game programs and other sports publications that maintain the university’s graphic identity.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree required.
Experience
Experience in a sports information office preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of various sports, basic office equipment, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, and photo and video editing software. Knowledge of in-game statistical software (Stat Crew, PrestoStats, and
NCAA
LiveStats). Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, strong attention to details, and the ability to manage multiple projects in an effective and timely manner. Skilled in communication both verbal and written. Ability to relate and work with other university departments, and to exercise good judgement and confidentiality and work independently.
Additional Requirements
This position requires a willingness to work extended hours, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays as well as some travel to away sporting events.
This position requires a valid driver’s license, the ability to drive and qualify under the university’s insurance carrier when driving a university and/or leased vehicle.
CPR
,
AED
and First Aid certification is preferred.
This role is identified as one that includes significant interaction with students and/or campus activities, and/or has oversight for disciplinary procedures. Therefore, you are considered a Campus Security Authority (
CSA
) and required to report any Clery Act crime disclosed to you and remain compliant with annual
CSA
training requirements.
Physical Demand
Requires the ability to walk and carry items to press box atop stadium and to other athletic fields, occasional travel to off-site conferences or sporting events. Position requires the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time, and the ability to move about the campus. Position requires the ability to talk and to hear instruction, the ability to frequently convey detailed or important instructions and ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly. Position requires lifting, pulling, pushing, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work is indoors and outdoors.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience
Experience in a sports information office preferred.
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Number of Months
10 months
Additional Work Schedule Details?
Hours per week during the academic year (39 wks)
Hours per week during the summer (13 wks)
Status
Full-Time Benefits Eligible
Posting Date
08/30/2024
Closing Date
09/30/2024
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full Time
Open Until Filled
No
Anticipated Start Date
Posting Number
AH01272
Posting Specific Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. Diversity & Inclusion Statement 2. Other Additional Documents
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