Assistant Director of Media Relations

University of Montevallo

Montevallo, Northern (AL, KY)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

University of Montevallo is seeking a Sports Information professional to assist the Director of Media Relations in promoting athletics and coordinating information for the media. Responsibilities include game day operations, producing materials, and updating the athletics website and social channels.

The role requires 1–3 years of related experience, a bachelor’s degree, and the ability to work nights and weekends as needed to support events and deadlines.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.
1–3 years of related experience.
Knowledge of NCAA and conference rules and regulations.
Strong communication and media relations skills.
Ability to work nights and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

Assist Director with game day operations and press row management.
Produce sports information materials for the media.
Coordinate athletics information on the University website.
Support marketing and fan engagement initiatives, including oversight of the department’s fan engagement app.
Develop office policies for the Sports Information Department.
Organize publications production flow and advertising for publications.
Update athletic website and social media for all teams.
Create press releases, game notes, and stories.
Maintain team and individual statistics.
Coordinate media coverage for home and away events.
Provide leadership and supervise direct reports.
Assist in planning special events such as Hall of Fame and other recognitions.

Skills

NCAA rules knowledge

Media practices

Statistics knowledge

Desktop publishing

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Statistical packages

Desktop publishing

Job description

The purpose of this position is to assist the Director of Media Relations with preparation and dissemination of information to the University community and to local and state media; promote and publicize sports-related stories and events.

Assist the Director of Media Relations with game day operations; oversee press row/press box management for home athletics events in the absence of the Director of Media Relations, including supervision of student assistants.
Assist the Director of Media Relations with the production of all sports information materials to the media.
Assist the Director of Media Relations with the coordination and management of information pertaining to Athletics on the University website.
Assist the Director of Media Relations with marketing and promotions projects, including oversight of the department’s fan engagement app.
Assist with developing and implementing office policies for the Sports Information Department.
Assist with the organization of publications production flow and advertising for publications.
Assist in managing updates to the athletic department website and social media account (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, etc.) for all athletic teams and department.
Create press releases, game notes, and stories for publication.
Assist in maintaining team and individual statistics.
Assist with the coordination of media coverage for all home and away athletic events.
Provide leadership, evaluate, and supervise direct reports in performing duties as charged.
Assist the department with the planning and execution of special and annual events, including but not limited to Hall of Fame, Student-Athlete End of Year recognition, etc.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.

Additional Duties

The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of and compliance with NCAA and conference rules and regulations;
Knowledge of media practices and procedures;
Knowledge of statistics, rules and regulations for the sports to be covered;
Knowledge of computerized statistical packages and desktop publishing equipment; Ability to communicate effectively;
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; work nights and weekends as required.

The educational requirement for this position is: Bachelor’s degree

Education substituted for experience? No

This position requires: 1-3 years of related experience.

Experience substituted for education? No

Licenses, Certification or Registrations

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include:

Valid driver’s license
Acceptable driving record

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for this position include:

None

Environmental Working Conditions

Travel Requirements

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 2

Desired Start Date

Physical Requirements

Standing: Under 1/3 of the time; walking: Under 1/3 of the time; sitting: Up to 2/3 of the time; using hands: Over 2/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: Up to 2/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: Under 1/3 of the time; talking or hearing: Over 2/3 of the time.

This position requires lifting: Up to 10 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time.

This position has the following special vision requirements: No special vision requirements.

Open Date

Open Date 08/11/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

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