Communications Assistant

Southern Arkansas University; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 9,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Southern Arkansas University is hiring a Communications Assistant for the 2026-27 academic year in Albany, NY. The role involves assisting the Athletic Communications Department with daily operations, managing social media, and ensuring accurate content for sports teams. Candidates must have a strong work ethic and understanding of collegiate athletics. Skills in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office are preferred. The position offers flexible hours, working up to 20 hours per week with a potential earnings of $10,000 per academic year.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work nights and weekends is essential.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
• General knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with communications-related activities for assigned sports.
• Manage social media channels for assigned sports.
• Ensure accurate information on UAlbanySports.com and other outlets.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Good understanding of collegiate athletics

Capacity to engage with diverse cultures

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

UAlbany Athletic Communications: Communications Assistant

Job Purpose

This is a two-semester (2026-27 academic year), 20-hour-per-week position that is responsible for assisting the Athletic Communications Department with day-to-day operations. Communications Assistants will be responsible for providing communications-related services for assigned teams while promoting the UAlbany Athletics Department, its student-athletes, and its coaches.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for all communications related activities for assigned sports, including but not limited to: press releases, statistics, box scores, content creation, and other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for working individually and as a part of a team to ensure the high-quality management of social media channels for assigned sports.
• Ensure daily accurate and up-to-date information for assigned programs on UAlbanySports.com, team social media accounts, the UAlbany Athletics mobile app, and various other communications outlets.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Digital Content and Communications.

Minimum Qualifications

• A strong work ethic and willingness to work nights and weekends.
• Must possess a good understanding of collegiate athletics and be able to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
• General knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Capacity to work with people in a multi-ethnic environment and develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, InDesign) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with photography or videography.

Compensation

Communications Assistants are eligible to earn up to $10,000, working a maximum of 20 hours per week, from August until May.

More Information

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How to Apply

To apply for this position, email your resume and cover letter to [e-mail]. Please have applications submitted no later than May 4, 2026.