Assistant Athletics Director for Communications

Virginia Reign FC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Reign FC is seeking an Assistant Athletics Director for Communications to manage all sports information and media for athletic programs. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree and four years of related experience, focusing on media relations, social media management, and day-to-day athletic operations.

Benefits

Tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Four years' related experience required.
• Preferred qualifications in sports information and media.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of sports information/media.
• Promote athletic programs to local media.
• Manage social media accounts and website content.

Skills

Knowledge of Stat Crew

Knowledge of Genius Sports

Knowledge of Daktronics

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Athletics Director for Communications

Job ID: 30416

Location: College of Staten Island

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

POSITION DETAILS

The Assistant Athletic Director for Communications will perform all assigned responsibilities under the direction and supervision of the Director of Athletics. This individual is responsible for assisting with the development, implementation, and organization of all sports information/media related to athletic programs. The position will support the Department of Athletics' day-to-day operations, gameday administration, and other administrative functions. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assistwith the administration and operations of Department fundraising and alumni communication.

• Supervise and coordinate all media/sports information needs for all home events, including staffing

• Promote all athletic programs to local/area media using guidelines established by the Athletic Department.

• Serve as the public relations representative for the Athletics Department in developing positive relationships with media representatives fromthe electronicand print media.

• Responsible for the technical functions of the Website, including design, graphics, and updated information.

• Maintain, monitor and continuously update and post on all Athletic Department social media accounts.

• Update the athletics page on the website with team schedules, news releases, rosters, coaches’ bios, and other information. Collect information and coordinate team photos and biographies from each player.

• Coordinate media days for each sports team for social media graphics, hype videos, posters, and other sports-related projects.

• Gather, compile, and maintain statistical information, i.e., weekly and year-end statistics, individual/team records, and awards andreportto appropriate national governing bodies.

• Design and produce game day athletics programs.

• Manage staffing needs for home events, including statisticians, photographers, etc.

• Assist with communication with alumni through email and newsletters.

• Work with coaches and the alumni office to build databases and connections with alumni.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and four years' related experience required.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Knowledge of Stat Crew, Genius Sports, Presto, Side Arm Sports, Daktronics required

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Administers one or more aspects of a College athletics program.

- Coordinates development and implementation of information and marketing materials, such as web sites

- Coordinates recreation and intramural programs in support of wellness activities

- Organizes, coordinates, and manages intramural and varsity sports events

- Compiles and reports on statistics for NCAA and CUNY requirements; compiles reports on programs and activities

- Coordinates scheduling of facilities and programs

- Assists management with planning and oversight of various athletics activities

- Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Student Athletics Program Specialist

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$52,267 - $62,411

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

*CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases.Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjustedby6.09% with additional increasesof 3.25% effective 9/1/2025and 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please visit http://cuny.jobs/ and enter the Job ID# in the “What” section field. Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information) as one file.

CLOSING DATE

July 5, 2025