Assistant Director of Athletics Communications

Towson; Dayton (OH); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of Dayton is seeking an Assistant Director of Athletics Communications to lead media relations and game-day duties for several NCAA Division I programs. You will help tell student-athlete stories, coordinate communications, and support marketing across platforms.

The role requires strong writing, content creation, and in-game data handling, plus the ability to work nights/weekends and travel with teams as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; experience as primary athletics communications contact
• Proficiency with TAS/Stat Crew and NCAA Genius
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Proficiency in InDesign and Photoshop
• Game day experience in fast-paced environments
• Multimedia/social media experience and versatility

Responsabilités

• Oversee media relations and game day duties for multiple NCAA programs
• Support game day operations for select home events
• Assist with other sports as needed
• Ensure compliance with University, NCAA, and conference rules

Connaissances

Writing skills

Communication

Media relations

Social media management

Flexible hours

Driver's license

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Outils

TAS/Stat Crew

NCAA Genius

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Description du poste

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Assistant Director of Athletics Communications

Take your athletics communications career to the next level! Tell the stories behind the moments, amplify the achievements of our student-athletes, and help the University of Dayton Flyers take flight. Join Dayton Athletics and make your mark in Division I athletics communications. Apply to our Assistant Director of Athletics Communications opening today!

Under the direction of the Director of Athletics Communications, the Assistant Director of Athletics Communications is responsible for the operation of media, public relations and game day duties for at least four of the 17 NCAA Division I intercollegiate programs at the University of Dayton, in addition to assisting with game day operations for select home events. Supporting other sports, including men’s and women’s basketball, as needed.

All University of Dayton Athletics employees are expected to comply with all laws, policies, rules and regulations governing the University, the NCAA and the Atlantic 10.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience as primary athletics communications/media relations contact
• Working knowledge of in-game statistical programs TAS/Stat Crew and NCAA Genius Software
• Applicants must show proficiency in writing and excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in desktop publishing software (Adobe InDesign), as well as Adobe Photoshop
• Proven game day experience with the ability to work in a fast-paced game day environment
• Experienced in multimedia / social media functions for a communications office
• Capable of working effectively with a diverse group of student athletes, coaches, staff, media, and visitors on a daily basis
• Must be flexible to travel with assigned teams for competition as required, and ability to work irregular hours including nights, weekends and some holidays
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, and maintain a low-risk driving record and be able to be insured by the University

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s or advanced degree
• Experienced in NCAA sponsored athletics programs at the Division I, II or III level
• Working knowledge of university, and NCAA rules and regulations
• Experience in video editing

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.