Position Information
Information Officer 2
Position Information
Information Officer 2
Apply NowSports Media Officer
Staff
Athletics
Athletics
Athletics
Bemidji State University Campus
Non-Exempt
Part Time
Temporary
Varies
Required to work weekends during the academic year, depending on sport program assignments and the schedule of events, with evening work on certain weekdays also required.
Please note that you cannot apply for this position on this website!
To apply, go to the Minnesota Management & Budget (
MMB
) website at http://mn.gov/mmb/careers/ and search for job #73370
$24.20
$35.13
Hourly
214, MAPE
Bemidji State University (
BSU
)
invites applicants to join our team as a
Sports Media Officer.
BSU’s vision is to educate people to lead inspired lives. To accomplish BSU’s vision, the University prioritizes creating a culture in which diversity is embraced and all people are safe, welcome, and validated. Centered between the three largest Tribal nations in Minnesota – Leech Lake, Red Lake and White Earth –
BSU
also prioritizes increasing engagement with American Indian communities to become a destination university.
Enrolling more than 4,000 students,
BSU
offers more than 70 undergraduate majors and nine graduate degrees encompassing arts, sciences and select professional programs.
BSU
is a member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities and has a faculty and staff of more than 550. BSU’s Shared Fundamental Values include civic engagement and leadership, international and multicultural understanding, belief in the power of the liberal arts, and environmental stewardship.
BSU
is located amid the lakes and forests of northern Minnesota and occupies a wooded campus along the shore of Lake Bemidji.
BSU
balances rigorous academia with the opportunity to enjoy a fun, robust, outdoor culture. The proximity to the lake and the surrounding north woods allows easy access to an assortment of recreation.
The
Sports Media Officer
will assist in all facets of operations and management of the Athletic Media Relations Office and the publicity of Bemidji State’s 15 collegiate athletic programs, including but not limited to creating and curating content for Bemidji State’s print, website, and social media outlets; providing work direction for student staff; responding to media requests; coordinating media interviews; advising coaches and student-athletes for media interviews and social media communications; compiling game and season-long individual and team statistics. The Sports Media Officer will be required to work weekends during the academic year, depending on sport program assignments and the schedule of events, with evening work on certain weekdays also required.
Responsibilities of the Sports Media Officer
include:
In charge of news releases, publications and printed material. Supervising and training student staff and intern positions. Identifying and assigning short and long-term projects to student staff. Fostering positive interactions between department and media (local, regional, hometown and national). Cultivating story ideas to generate media coverage and social media interest. Assisting in maintenance and the development of content for BSUBeavers.com and the department’s various social media outlets. Generating pregame notes packages, game programs, etc. appropriate to coverage; monitor and contribute to the department’s various social media accounts to engage fans and followers. Assisting in the production of pre and post-game videos as well as marketing video projects. Assisting in the development and integration of graphic design, social media, and videography elements used to tell the story of events beyond text and aid in the marketing efforts of the departments, programs, coaches and student athletes. Assisting in the development and integration of contests, behind-the-scenes access, Q&As, trivia, contests and other tools of engagement. Creating graphics for various events for pre and postgame, special events and award graphics.
Percent of Time: 50%
Game day assistance with the organization of statistical teams for department events. Compiling accurate statistics at events and distributing to media outlets, etc. Working with media to ensure those covering the events have all the information needed to shine the most positive and complete light on the department, its programs, coaches and student-athletes, through postgame interviews, game notes packages, rosters, pronunciation guides, etc. Updating social media with game day promotions and graphics, along with doing previews before the games each week.
Percent of Time: 40%
Helping with award nominations. Assisting in the identification and nominations for a variety of athletic and academic awards the department’s administrators, programs, coaches and student-athletes are eligible for through
NSIC
,
WCHA
,
CCHA
, and a variety of organizations. Historical research and archiving: keeping accurate records of department programs, coaches and student-athlete accomplishments, photos, statistics. Assisting in the further development of the departments record books, rosters, award winners, etc.
Percent of Time: 10%
Minimum qualifications for this position include:
Bachelor of Science in mass communication, journalism, public relations, sports management or a related field.
One year experience within sports information, intercollegiate athletics, public relations, communication or electronic or in a print media setting.
Exhibit strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
Understand operations or a collegiate athletics department.
Strong computer skills in desktop publishing, graphic design, video editing, statistical software and website maintenance (Macintosh experience preferred).
Understand new media.
Familiar with standards and practices of media relations.
Familiar with
NCAA
legislation regarding publicity activities.
Preferred qualifications include:
A demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism.
To facilitate the review, assessment, and evaluation process, please ensure that your application and/or resume clearly demonstrate fulfillment of these required and preferred qualifications.
Other considerations:
All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of an offer of employment.
Official transcript(s) must be provided to Human Resources upon hire.
Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (
MAPE
), which can be found at https://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor/mape.jsp
In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MinnState) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, faculty and staff driving on college/university business, who use a rental or state vehicle, shall be required to complete a vehicle Use Agreement form and conform to MinnState’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.
BSU
is a tobacco free workplace (see policy) .
Apply online:
Apply for
Vacancy Posting 73370
, on the Minnesota Management and Budget (
MMB
) website: http://mn.gov/mmb/careers/ .
Inquiries about the position
:
Brittany Lauritsen, Athletic Director
Email: brittany.lauritsen@bemidjista...
If you have general questions about this posting or submitting an application or bid, contact Mary Miller at mary.miller@bemidjistate.edu<... .
UNIVERSITY
/
COMMUNITY
WHY
BEMIDJI
:
Bemidji State University is nestled among the pines along the shores of Lake Bemidji, just blocks from a thriving downtown community. In this Northwoods setting, students, staff, and faculty have a variety of activities at their fingertips. Possessing all the charm and character of a college town, Bemidji remains a tight-knit community of good neighbors and engaged citizens who always come out to cheer for the Beavers. While the city of Bemidji — named after the Ojibwe Chief Shaynowishkung (nicknamed Bemidji) — is home to a diverse population of more than 15,000 people, it serves a regional population of more than 100,000.
Though quaint and historic, the city offers the urban conveniences upon which college students rely. Bemidji State is conveniently located minutes away from affordable restaurants, cozy coffee shops, grocery stores, city parks and more. Small, locally owned shops and art sculptures line the streets of downtown Bemidji, while national chains can be found in and around the Bemidji area, including an uptown selection of department stores and restaurants. students at Bemidji State University have the opportunity to experience a dynamic local culture and history. Bemidji also sits at the center of the legends of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. The famous statues of Paul and Babe greet students as they drive in from the south along Lake Bemidji.
The thriving downtown community presents ample opportunities for engagement off-campus. Among other things, there are fine-dining restaurants, cafes, and a natural foods co-op in downtown Bemidji. The historic Paul Bunyan Playhouse has a calendar of classic shows; restaurants and lounges offer weekly live music performances; the First Friday Art Walk provides a tour of new monthly art exhibits; and annual events such as the Loop the Lake Festival, the Dragon Boat Festival, the Blue Ox Marathon, Bemidji Winterfest, and The Minnesota Finlandia bring the community together.
For those who love the outdoors, there are wooded, multi-use trail systems within minutes of campus and community parks with walking trails, playgrounds and a skate park. Lake Bemidji State Park and its miles of navigable trails is located directly across the lake from
BSU
, and the Buena Vista Ski Area — just 12 miles north of campus — offers downhill skiing and
BSU
-sponsored student transportation in the winter months. Further, the Mississippi River Headwaters is a mere 45 minutes from Bemidji.
For further information About BSU visit our website at http://www.bemidjistate.edu
Review a “special report on how this former lumber town has rebuilt itself as a high-speed, regional center of enterprise” at Bemidji 2.0
Other Resources:
Visit Bemidji – https://www.visitbemidji.com/...
218 Relocate / Greater Bemidji – https://www.218relocate.com/<...
Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce – https://www.bemidji.org/
Explore Minnesota – https://www.exploreminnesota....
Statement of Notice
Bemidji State University prohibits discrimination and sexual violence of any kind. Contact the Title IX Coordinator if you have concerns regarding discrimination and/or sexual violence.
Per Minnesota State System Procedure 1B.3.1 , all universities and colleges must provide contact information of their Title IX Coordinator.
Megan Zothman, Campus Human Resources Officer & Title IX Coordinator
Email: TitleIX@bemidjistate.eduMegan.Zothman@BemidjiState.ed...
Phone: (218) 755-2502
1500 Birchmont Drive NE, Deputy Hall, Room 335, Bemidji, MN 56601
For information regarding benefits: For information regarding benefits: https://www.bemidjistate.edu/...
This position is included in the
Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (
MAPE
)
bargaining unit. A copy of the contract can be found at: https://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor/mape.jsp
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | 2024-010-BSU |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Re-posting | |
| Desired Start Date | |
| Position End Date (if temporary) | |
| Open Date | 01/29/2024 |
| Close Date | 02/20/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions Summary |
**Please note that you cannot apply for this position on this website!
To apply, go to the Minnesota Management & Budget (MMB) website at**
http://mn.gov/mmb/careers/ and search for job #73370
|
| Accept Applications | No |
| Posting Contact | Mary Miller at 218-755-2084 or mary.miller@bemidjistate.edu |
| Equal Employment Opportunity Statement |
Bemidji State University is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. This document is available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities. Consumers with hearing or speech disabilities may contact us via their preferred Telecommunications Relay Service.
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Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume/CV Optional Documents 1. Transcripts 2. Transcripts 2 3. Transcripts 3 4. Transcripts 4
Person | Role |
---|---|
Tyler Christiansen |
Associate Director of Athletics for Media and External Relations |
Kristin Farris |
Assistant Director of Athletic Media Relations |
Person | Role |
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Tyler Christiansen |
Associate Director of Athletics for Media and External Relations |
Person | Role |
---|---|
Tyler Christiansen |
Assistant Director |
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