Athletics Communications & Stats Assistant

Penn State University; United States; On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University Behrend campus is seeking a part-time Sports Information Office assistant to support daily operations and coverage of varsity events. The role combines statistics, writing, photography, and social media tasks to promote Behrend Athletics.

You will work approximately 20 hours per week, with weekday evenings and occasional weekends, and will gain hands-on experience in game coverage, post-season reporting, and content management while delivering excellent customer service to

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as athletic schedules require.
• Basic knowledge of NCAA athletics and interest in sports communication preferred.
• Experience with statistics, writing, photography, social media, or website management preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn athletic software systems.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively with coaches, staff, and student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operations of the Sports Information Office, including coverage of varsity athletic events.
• Record and maintain athletic statistics using approved statistical software.
• Assist with game-day responsibilities, including live stats, rosters, game notes, and reporting results.
• Write and edit game recaps, feature stories, and other athletic department content.
• Update athletic websites, schedules, and records as needed.
• Assist with social media content creation and promotion of Behrend Athletics events.
• Photograph and/or assist with video coverage of athletic competitions.
• Support postseason reporting, awards submissions, and other department projects.
• Provide excellent customer service to student-athletes, coaches, staff, and visiting teams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Evenings/weekends availability

NCAA knowledge

Sports communication interest

Statistics

Writing

Photography

Social media

Website management

MS Office

Athletic software familiarity

Tools

Microsoft Office

Athletic software systems

Job description

Penn State University Behrend campus is seeking a part-time Sports Information Office assistant to support daily operations and coverage of varsity events. The role combines statistics, writing, photography, and social media tasks to promote Behrend Athletics.

You will work approximately 20 hours per week, with weekday evenings and occasional weekends, and will gain hands-on experience in game coverage, post-season reporting, and content management while delivering excellent customer service to