Director for Athletic Communications

Reporting to the Director of Athletics and Recreation, the Director for Athletic Communications manages the sports information program for all intercollegiate athletic teams. The Director for Athletic Communications will oversee the compilation of accurate statistics for intercollegiate athletics and disseminate timely information to maximize media visibility. This position requires knowledge of athletics and sports information, as well as excellent public relations skills, writing ability, basic web design, web based content management and desktop publishing. The Director for Athletic Communications must be able to manage several projects simultaneously with a high degree of organization. This position must also be able to coordinate with staff and manage student assistants to cover multiple events simultaneously.

Qualification Standards: Education: Master’s Degree preferred, Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, sports management or related field.
– At least five years of experience in Sports Information or related field required. Sports writing, web content management and sports statistics experience highly desirable.
– Valid driver’s license with approval from College’s insurance provider.
– This position is also subject to a criminal history background check and any applicable drug testing.

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This position is also subject to a criminal history background check and any applicable drug testing. THE COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE, ADD, OR REASSIGN JOB DUTIES OR COMBINE POSITIONS, OR PORTIONS THEREOF, AT ANY TIME. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT OR CONTRACT. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Review of applications begins immediately; position open until filled. To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Franney Schulz at fschulz@shc.edu

Reporting to the Director of Athletics and Recreation, the Director for Athletic Communications manages the sports information program for all intercollegiate athletic teams. The Director for Athletic Communications will oversee the compilation of accurate statistics for intercollegiate athletics and disseminate timely information to maximize media visibility. This position requires knowledge of athletics and sports information, as well as excellent public relations skills, writing ability, basic web design, web based content management and desktop publishing. The Director for Athletic Communications must be able to manage several projects simultaneously with a high degree of organization. This position must also be able to coordinate with staff and manage student assistants to cover multiple events simultaneously.

Qualification Standards: Education: Master’s Degree preferred, Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, sports management or related field.
– At least five years of experience in Sports Information or related field required. Sports writing, web content management and sports statistics experience highly desirable.
– Valid driver’s license with approval from College’s insurance provider.
– This position is also subject to a criminal history background check and any applicable drug testing.

Download the full Job Description

This position is also subject to a criminal history background check and any applicable drug testing. THE COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE, ADD, OR REASSIGN JOB DUTIES OR COMBINE POSITIONS, OR PORTIONS THEREOF, AT ANY TIME. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT OR CONTRACT. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Review of applications begins immediately; position open until filled. To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Franney Schulz at fschulz@shc.edu

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