Director of Athletic Communications

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Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title

Director of Athletic Communications

Type of Position

Staff - Full Time

Department

Athletics

Appointment Length

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Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title

Director of Athletic Communications

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Type of Position

Staff - Full Time

Department

Athletics

Appointment Length

July - June (12 mo)

Benefits Eligible?

Yes

Published Salary

Requested Part-Time Staff Hours

NA

F.T.E.

1.00

Grant Funded Position?

No

If temporary (or grant funded) position, indicate ending date

Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities

In concert with the Athletic Director, directs and provides media information for seventeen (17) intercollegiate sports, and implements appropriate actions and strategies within areas of responsibility. Adheres to NCAA Division II, Mountain East Conference, and Fairmont State University rules and regulations for its 17 sport programs as it relates to all aspects of sports information. Seeks professional relationships with media that will benefit the visibility and reputation of the athletic program. Works with coaches and others to identify, prioritize, establish and accomplish athletic communications objectives. Creates, edits, plans and manages all content on FightingFalcons.com. Oversee a part-time staff that includes a photographer, videographer, work study, student, and volunteer workers. Coordinates to ensure that workers are hired and assigned to cover the various game management functions required for each sporting event, such as public address announcer, scoreboard, live streaming video, and other functions. Help with the production of broadcasts. Maintains a successful social media presence through relevant outlets (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, & YouTube). Supports athletic department with external media relations and photo days; creating and developing press releases, game notes for media, media guides, game programs, sports schedules, posters, athletic recruiting materials, and other athletic department printed material. Interacts effectively and responsively with coaches, athletes, staff, students, and community members. Gathers, maintains, and posts NCAA required statistics; adhere to all NCAA rules, regulations and expectations. Maintains team and individual records and photo archives. Operates in-game scoring statistical programs. Assists with marketing and development initiatives and contributes to the overall strategic initiatives of the department. When available and able, travel with teams to away contests to keep statistics and send reports to media outlets. Serve on Athletic Hall of Fame Committee. Performs related work as assigned or as necessary.

Minimum Required Education

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent, as determined by HR).

Required Licenses and/or Certifications

N/A

Minimum Required Qualifications

At least three years of related experience at the collegiate level, however, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience is acceptable which provides an applicant the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities and the capability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with football and NCAA Division II athletics

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number

2024024SP

Number of Vacancies

1

Anticipated Hire Date

ASAP

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

11/02/2023

Job Close Date

11/16/2023

Open Until Filled

No

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/CV 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents 1. Certification/License 2. Transcript #1 3. Transcript #2 4. Transcript #3

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