Graduate Assistant, Sports Information

Position Title:

Graduate Assistant, Sports Information

Department:

Athletics

Reports To:

Director of Athletics

FLSA:

Exempt

This position promotes and supports the learning experience of Marian University students by, assisting the Athletic Communications Director with publicity efforts for the University’s 15 sponsored athletic programs. This position will maintain compliance of Marian University, Northern Athletics Conference, Northern Collegiate Hockey Association, and NCAA rules and regulations. This position will serve for two consecutive years under a twelve-month term of appointment.

Position Title:

Graduate Assistant, Sports Information

Department:

Athletics

Reports To:

Director of Athletics

FLSA:

Exempt

This position promotes and supports the learning experience of Marian University students by, assisting the Athletic Communications Director with publicity efforts for the University’s 15 sponsored athletic programs. This position will maintain compliance of Marian University, Northern Athletics Conference, Northern Collegiate Hockey Association, and NCAA rules and regulations. This position will serve for two consecutive years under a twelve-month term of appointment.

Essential Functions:

1. Update and manage the university’s athletic website (www.SabreAthletics.com).
2. Assist with design of athletic publications.
3. Compile team statistics and records.
4. Compile in-game statistics.
5. Report results to local, regional, and hometown media.
6. Assist with game operations.
7. Additional significant duties will be assigned (based on qualifications and departmental need)

Other Responsibilities:

1. Performs other work related duties as assigned

Education, Experience, and Skills Required:

1. Acceptance into a Marian University Master’s degree program.
2. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required. 2 years of experience in intercollegiate athletic communications/sports information work.
3. Knowledge or willingness to learn Stat Crew, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop.
4. Candidate must demonstrate knowledge of NCAA Division III philosophy, recruitment, rules and regulations.
5. Must have willingness to work nights and weekends.
6. Strong oral and written communication skills and organizational skills.
7. Valid driver’s license is required and register as a University driver.
8. Willingness to support the Mission and Core Values of the University.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and name, address and telephone number of three references to muapplicants@marianuniversity.edu. Please use “Graduate Assistant, Sports Information” in the subject line of the email.

Applications received by April 19, 2024, will receive full consideration. Review of applications will continue, thereafter, until the position is filled.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Transforming lives through academic excellence, innovation and leadership. Marian University is a community committed to learning, dedicated to service and social justice, and joined together by spiritual traditions.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the receipt of criminal background and reference check information; and the determination that the candidate remains eligible and suitable for employment.