Collegiate Athletics & Communications Coordinator

University of Scranton, Department of Communication & Media; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Scranton is seeking an Intercollegiate Athletics Coordinator to provide hands-on, department-wide experience in sports information, media relations, postseason events and enhancing the student-athlete experience within a competitive NCAA Division III athletics program.

The coordinator will promote the University’s student-athletes, teams, and athletic achievements across multiple platforms while supporting day-to-day department operations, including game-day operations, press

Responsibilities

• Assist with game-day operations.
• Develop and submit proposals to host NCAA Tournament competitions, including creating proposed budgets and securing hotel rooms.
• Support SAAC advisor in planning and execution of the Iggy Awards show at the end of each academic year.
• Oversee scheduling of work study students to monitor the Giaquinto Strength & Conditioning Center, and schedule team lifts.
• Manage live statistics and scoring for home athletic events, including but not limited to men’s and women’s volleyball.
• Assist in the creation, editing, and distribution of press releases, game recaps, feature stories, and announcements.
• Maintain and update athletic department website content, including rosters, schedules, and statistics.
• Develop and schedule social media content across platforms (Instagram, X, Facebook, etc.).
• Assist with production and execution of live broadcasts for home events.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Communication skills

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Passion for athletics

Job description

The University of Scranton is seeking an Intercollegiate Athletics Coordinator to provide hands-on, department-wide experience in sports information, media relations, postseason events and enhancing the student-athlete experience within a competitive NCAA Division III athletics program.

The coordinator will promote the University’s student-athletes, teams, and athletic achievements across multiple platforms while supporting day-to-day department operations, including game-day operations, press