Athletics Communications Assistant (Part-Time)

Position Overview

This position reports to the Director, Athletics Communications, but will also work heavily with the Assistant Sports Information Director, student workers in the athletics communications office, as well as athletics administrators, coaches and student-athletes. This person will help contribute to overall fan engagement and experience, rated through customer service reviews and assist with the successful execution of home games and special events

Responsibilities

• Administrative tasks related to the internal, external, development, and communications segments of the department
• Game day operations - help putting on the best game day experience for fans in every facet of the building
• This individual performs the role of an internal beat reporter, focusing on telling compelling stories in written, video, social media, graphics or other innovative formats.
• Generating and overseeing the distribution of record books/media guides, news articles and short-form video, stats and social media interactions. 
• Responsible for developing external media relationships and managing media requests for assigned sports as well as managing gameday media relations duties including statistics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Organizational skills; ability to multi-task/manage several projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated flexibility, creativity, strategic-thinking skills; willingness to take initiative and learn.
• Positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills along with strong customer service skills
• Proven ability to work autonomously, collaboratively and within a team structure.
• Proficiency in office software systems such as: MS Word, Office, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
• Maintain confidentiality and attention to detail

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.
Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.
Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.