Director, Athletic Communications

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Job Description Summary

To manage the athletic communications department in the intercollegiate athletic office.

Job Description

DUTIES AND TASKS:  

• Oversee a staff of 2 as well as intern, work-study and volunteers 
• Keep updated statistics and game reports for all intercollegiate events 
• Compile SSC, NCAA, and other statistical reports 
• Game day production and management 
• Help with the production of broadcasts 
• Produce videos of coaches and player interviews 
• Write, edit, and produce media guides, brochures, and other athletic publications 
• Travel with teams to away contests to keep statistics and send reports to media outlets 
• Update SLU athletic web page, hotlines, and weekly notes 
• Serve as liaison with area media, providing them with weekly releases, setting up interviews, and recommending feature stories 

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Job Description Summary

To manage the athletic communications department in the intercollegiate athletic office.

Job Description

DUTIES AND TASKS:  

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• Oversee a staff of 2 as well as intern, work-study and volunteers 
• Keep updated statistics and game reports for all intercollegiate events 
• Compile SSC, NCAA, and other statistical reports 
• Game day production and management 
• Help with the production of broadcasts 
• Produce videos of coaches and player interviews 
• Write, edit, and produce media guides, brochures, and other athletic publications 
• Travel with teams to away contests to keep statistics and send reports to media outlets 
• Update SLU athletic web page, hotlines, and weekly notes 
• Serve as liaison with area media, providing them with weekly releases, setting up interviews, and recommending feature stories 
• Keep records and update old files with information regarding athletic material 
• Assist publications office with university wide publications 
• Distribution of promotional materials 
• Serve on Hall of Fame Committee 
• Serve on Alumni Relations Committee 
• Serve on Girls and Women in Sports Committee 

• Requires night and weekend work 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (Please list specific requirements) 

• Experience managing employees and work-study  

• Experience in an intercollegiate sports information environment or athletic communications office  

• Ability to effectively communicate with various constituents on a wide variety of topics  

• Must have outstanding written and verbal communication skills  

• Computer skills to include: Excel, Word, HTML and in-game statistical programs such as stat crew, automated scorebook, etc.  

• Ability to update web-site and use various print and photo applications 

• Ability to work under deadline pressure and collaboratively with internal and external constituencies

• Team oriented and willing to multitask efficiently and effectively

• Frequent hours outside the normal university work day, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends is required

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS: 

Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management, Journalism or related field from a

regionally accredited college or university.  

Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university preferred. 

  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS** :**   

Lifting of equipment 

Exposure to outdoor weather conditions

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Required Documents

In addition to a resume, the following documents are required for consideration. Please upload documents in the second step of the application packet process: 

• Cover Letter
• Values Statement - (500 words or less), should highlight how your philosophy and practices fit the Mission and Core Values of Saint Leo University. The University Mission Statement and Values are available on the Saint Leo website at “https://www.saintleo.edu/about/mission-values”.

ENVIRONMENT:  

 

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various type of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.   The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

NOTICE:

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.  Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.  Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success.

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world.  Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center

*Eligibility based on meeting required service period

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