Sports Information Director

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Position Information

Position Information

Vacancy Number:

S-01224

Position Title:

Sports Information Director

Classification Title:

Department:

Athletics

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Position Information

Position Information

Vacancy Number:

S-01224

Position Title:

Sports Information Director

Classification Title:

Department:

Athletics

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Auburn University at Montgomery reserves the right once interviewing has begun to stop accepting applications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Athletics Department at Auburn University at Montgomery is accepting applications for the Sports Information Director position. The candidate selected to fill this position will be responsible for the following:

• Coordinates all activities regarding the collection of information from the university’s varsity sports, including sport coverage.
• Disseminates university sports information to the various media outlets (print, television, radio, internet, etc.)
• Develops and maintains cordial, informative relationships with community representatives and media in order to encourage the promotion of the University’s athletics programs.
• Ensures proper records and statistics for all sports are kept in an orderly manner for historical as well as daily information requests.
• Produces publications such as record books, fliers, invitations, special brochures and any University athletic event programs.
• Maintains computerized statistics for all university varsity sports.
• Attends all university sporting events when outside media personnel are present.
• Assists in fundraising development for the department, including generating potential sponsors for the athletics website, digital game boards and game programs.
• Coordinates the daily update of the university’s athletics website.
• Prepares and manages a fiscal budget for the sports information department.
• Supervises the Assistant Sports Information Director, Graduate Assistant, any outside support and student-worker/interns for the Sports Information office.
• Oversees graphic and video content for all social media accounts sponsored by the Department of Athletics.
• Oversees video streaming of all designated events by the Department of Athletics, as well as maintenance of all streaming equipment.
• Oversees setup for all video replay productions as determined by the Gulf South Conference protocols.
• As a part of the job responsibilities associated with this position, knowledge of rules and regulations set forth by the NCAA and Gulf South Conference should be maintained, reviewed and practiced to ensure compliance relative to those applicable duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The candidate should possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of acceptable marketing/promotion techniques
• Knowledge of statistical software (NCAA Genius, Presto, Statcrew, etc.)
• Knowledge of graphic design and publication software (Adobe Creative Suite, Gipper, BoxOut, etc.)
• Knowledge of video streaming platforms and video editing software (FloSports, BlueFrame, etc.)
• Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures
• Skill in making written and oral presentations.
• Skill in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to communication with various audiences, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with others.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in journalism, public relations, marketing or a related area with two (2) years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications
Strong knowledge of NCAA Genius/Presto Sports Statistical software, Adobe Creative Suite, BlueFrame Technology Video streaming platform, FloSports and graphic design.

Job Open Date:

07/22/2025

This posting will remain open until closed:

Yes

Job Close Date:

About the University/College

Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) is a NCAA Division II institution located in Montgomery, AL with membership in the Gulf South Conference. AUM is a fast-growing university with a department of athletics that currently supports 12 NCAA sponsored sports.

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Human Resources/ Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the AUM community.

Quick Link

https://www.jobs.aum.edu/postings/7194

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume 3. Professional Reference Sheet

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