Athletics External Operations & Engagement Lead

Berea College; Berea (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Berea College is seeking an External Operations Associate to support athletic communications and manage home events. The role includes supervising student workers within the Work College Program, coordinating media relations, and assisting with fundraising and advancement initiatives for athletics.

The position requires coordinating with coaches, SAAC, and College Relations to enhance engagement, with a focus on on-campus events and community outreach. Strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic administration, sport management, journalism, communications or a related field preferred.
• On-deadline writing experience, with 1-3 years of professional athletic communications experience preferred.
• Experience with website platforms (e.g., Sidearm, PrestoSports or similar) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing home athletic events.
• Provide oversight of concessions operations, ticket operations, greeting the visiting team and officials, supervising staff and broadcasts.
• Support statistical generation and reporting.
• Support with Sports Information and Athletic Event functions and initiatives.
• Plan and develop a Game Day training for the Athletic department and campus community.
• Coordinate visiting teams and media relations.
• Develop advancement plans and assist with fundraising for athletics.
• Oversee content on the departmental website and social media.

Skills

Statistical software

Genius Sports/LiveStats

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Livestreaming

Event management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in athletic administration, sport management, journalism, communications or related field

Tools

Sidearm

PrestoSports

Job description

Berea College is seeking an External Operations Associate to support athletic communications and manage home events. The role includes supervising student workers within the Work College Program, coordinating media relations, and assisting with fundraising and advancement initiatives for athletics.

The position requires coordinating with coaches, SAAC, and College Relations to enhance engagement, with a focus on on-campus events and community outreach. Strong communication skills are essential.