Director, Athletic Communications

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The Director, Athletics Communications acts as a key link between the College’s athletics department and the public by strategically engaging with local and national media outlets. The Director oversees the Sports Information Office, managing both internal and external communications for the department. They ensure the department adheres to all NCAA and conference policies and procedures regarding sports information, statistical reporting, and game management.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Serve as the primary liaison for all media communications, efficiently distributing sports information to stakeholders and directing the sports communication strategy. This includes managing the Athletics Information Office and ensuring compliance with NCAA and conference standards.

• Oversee game management and facility logistics, from scheduling to ensuring venue readiness for athletes, officials, and spectators. This encompasses managing game-day staff and maintaining regulatory compliance.

• Conduct post-event evaluations and statistical analysis, addressing cleanup, debriefing staff, and compiling accurate athlete statistics for various purposes, including media dissemination and archival records.

• Direct the athletics website and social media engagement strategy, maintaining historical archives and fostering audience interaction across platforms.

• Facilitate collaboration with the NEWMAC conference office and ensure comprehensive compliance and coordination within the department.

• Monitor the effectiveness of communication strategies and oversee staff training on operational protocols and standards, representing the college in professional settings and maintaining relationships with media representatives.

• Undertake additional responsibilities as directed by the Assoc. Dean for Campus Life, Director of Athletics.

QUALIFICATIONS – Qualifications are deemed required or preferred and represent what is needed to effectively perform job.

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required

• 3-5 years of relevant experience required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google applications, Adobe Creative Suite, website management, live streaming, and statistical software

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES – May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job. 

• Excellent communication and writing skills

• Knowledge of business and management principles

• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations

• Ability to use of computers and office equipment, including typing and managing files

• Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan

• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others

• Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others

PHYSICAL ABILITIES – Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to navigate different locations, such as campus areas, off-site events, and sports facilities.

• Capacity for extended work hours, especially during events or game days.

• Sufficient vision and hearing for tasks like reading, reviewing content, and managing communications.

• Ability to communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and via digital platforms.

• Ability to work an irregular day schedule, nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.

WORK ENVIRONMENT – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• Office environment

• Outdoor games require work to be performed in hot, cold, rainy, and snowy weather conditions

Disclaimer: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.  Ce