Communications Coordinator (Graduate Assistant)

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of the Incarnate Word seeks a Communications Coordinator (Graduate Assistant) for the 2026-2027 academic year. This role involves managing the communications for Sports and Wellness, including website updates, social media, and marketing materials.

Graduate students at UIW are encouraged to apply, as this position requires a commitment of 20 hours per week, with some evening and weekend events.

Qualifications

• Must have one year experience in a communications role or similar environment.
• CPR and First Aid Certification required within three months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and maintenance of Sports and Wellness communication.
• Design and develop marketing materials for the department.
• Coordinate communications with various student stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication

Excellent organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Proficiency in Adobe Suite

Knowledge of collegiate sports

Education

Current UIW graduate student

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Premiere

Job description

Communications Coordinator (Graduate Assistant)

Position Title Communications Coordinator (Graduate Assistant)

Academic Year 2026-2027

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Communications Coordinator (Graduate Assistant) is responsible for assisting in all aspects of Sports and Wellness communication, including website maintenance and development, video/multimedia production, social media engagement, and promotions. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Sports and Wellness.

This is a student position open to current UIW graduate students.

Essential Functions

• Assist with the development and maintenance of all Sports and Wellness websites and social media accounts.
• Design and develop marketing materials.
• Serve as department marketing liaison to student stakeholders (i.e. – student organizations, the student newspaper, Greek Life, etc.).
• Assist the Assistant Director of Sports and Wellness with marketing and outreach efforts.
• Coordinate and adhere to departmental risk management efforts for all programs and facilities in areas of responsibility.
• Serve on departmental, university, and/or national committees.
• Adhere to all UIW and Sports and Wellness branding standards, style guides and web standards.
• Understands and represents the mission and vision of UIW and UIWSports and Wellness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, and etc).
• Proficiency in taking sports photos and film.
• Ability to work during normal business work hours.
• Knowledge of or familiarity with wellness, athletic facilities, and sports at the collegiate level.
• Ability to follow a social media implementation plan.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Current UIW graduate student

Required Work Experience

One (1) year experience in a communications role, recreation/club sports program, sports management, or game operations atmosphere

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

CPR and First Aid Certification (if expired, must be completed within 3 months of employment)

Work Hours

• 20 hours per week required.
• Events and games/tournaments are on nights and weekends; ability to meet during work hours with Assistant Director of Sports and Wellness.

Physical Demands

Typical with job position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).