Director of Athletic Communications

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Position Information

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Posting Number

SP004684P

Position Title

Director of Athletic Communications

Division/College

Athletics

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Position Details

Position Information

Internal Posting?

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SP004684P

Position Title

Director of Athletic Communications

Division/College

Athletics

Department

General Athletic Support

Location

Moscow

Posting Context Statement

The Director of Athletic Communications reports to the Assistant Athletics Director for Brand Engagement and Digital Strategy and is responsible for all communications, media relations and publicity activities for the Department of Athletics, including assigned sports. The position is expected to provide and maximize positive exposure of the University of Idaho, its athletics programs, events, student-athletes, coaches and staff.

Position Overview

The position ensures effective external communication, branding and messaging by leading and collaborating on communication efforts within the Department of Athletics and across campus. This position advances the reputation of Idaho Vandal Athletics, the University of Idaho, and assigned unit(s) through purposeful and creative messaging. The position will work in a collaborative environment with Department of Athletics staff, teams, coaches, student-athletes and partners on and off campus to create impactful communications. This position will act within all

NCAA

, Big Sky Conference,

HIPAA

,

FERPA

and university rules, laws and requirements.

Duties may include:

Managing and hiring communications staff

Managing communications budget and expenditures

Write and edit a variety of content for assigned sports

Maintain govandals.com, social media presence, and online communications

Collaborate on data collection, insights and metrics to improve revenue digital strategy

Collect and maintain statistical records for assigned sports

Work with local and national media and broadcast partners to ensure accurate and timely reporting

Provide consultation and writing support to department leadership

Other duties as assigned

Unit URL

govandals.com

Position Qualifications

| Required Experience |
- One year performing media relations or public event organization

| | Required Education |
- Bachelor’s Degree in communications; four additional years of experience (for a total of five years) may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree

| | Required Other |
- None

| | Additional Preferred |
- Experience working in collegiate athletics - Diverse experience working directly with coaching staffs and teams - Strong writer and copy editor - Experience with video production and graphic design in Adobe Creative Suite - Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues

| | Physical Requirements & Working Conditions |
- Must be able to work in an environment with continual interruptions and outside noise

| | Degree Requirement | Listed degree qualification is required at time of application |

Posting Information

| FLSA Status | Exempt | | Employee Category | Exempt | | Pay Range | Commensurate with experience | | Type of Appointment | Fiscal Year | | FTE |
1 | | Full Time/Part Time | Full Time | | Funding | | | A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. | | | Posting Date | 12/11/2024 | | Closing Date | 12/25/2024 | | Open Until Filled | No | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Applicant Resources | https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources | | Background Check Statement |
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. | | EEO Statement |
The University of Idaho is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The University is committed to the policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status as protected under applicable federal, state or local law in employment or educational programs. |

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