Director of Athletic Communications

University of Idaho; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Idaho in Moscow seeks a Director of Athletic Communications to lead external messaging, branding and publicity for the Athletics Department, and advance Idaho Vandals’ profile with fans, media, and partners.

You will manage staff, oversee the communications budget, maintain Govandals.com and social channels, and collaborate on data-driven revenue strategies while ensuring compliance with NCAA rules and university policies.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in media relations or public event organization.
• Bachelor’s Degree in communications; four additional years of experience (for a total of five years) may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Preferred: experience in collegiate athletics, working with coaching staffs, strong writer and copy editor, and knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues.

Responsibilities

• Managing and hiring communications staff.
• Managing communications budget and expenditures.
• Write and edit a variety of content for assigned sports.
• Maintain govandals.com, social media presence, and online communications.
• Collaborate on data collection, insights and metrics to improve revenue digital strategy.
• Collect and maintain statistical records for assigned sports.
• Work with local and national media and broadcast partners to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Provide consultation and writing support to department leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Media relations

Public events

Strong writing

Copy editing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Director of Athletic Communications

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Position Information

Internal Posting? |

Posting Number | SP005379P

Position Title | Director of Athletic Communications

Division/College | Athletics

Department | Athletics General

Location | Moscow

Posting Context Statement | The Director of Athletic Communications reports to the Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Operations and is responsible for all communications, media relations and publicity activities for the Department of Athletics, including assigned sports. The position is expected to provide and maximize positive exposure of the University of Idaho, its athletics programs, events, student‑athletes, coaches and staff.

Position Overview | The position ensures effective external communication, branding and messaging by leading and collaborating on communication efforts within the Department of Athletics and across campus. This position advances the reputation of Idaho Vandal Athletics, the University of Idaho, and assigned unit(s) through purposeful and creative messaging. The position will work in a collaborative environment with Department of Athletics staff, teams, coaches, student‑athletes and partners on and off campus to create impactful communications. This position will act within all NCAA, Big Sky Conference, HIPAA, FERPA and university rules, laws and requirements.

Duties may include: Managing and hiring communications staff Managing communications budget and expenditures Write and edit a variety of content for assigned sports Maintain govandals.com, social media presence, and online communications Collaborate on data collection, insights and metrics to improve revenue digital strategy Collect and maintain statistical records for assigned sports Work with local and national media and broadcast partners to ensure accurate and timely reporting Provide consultation and writing support to department leadership Other duties as assigned

Unit URL | govandals.com

Position Qualifications

Required Experience | One year performing media relations or public event organization

Required Education | Bachelor’s Degree in communications; four additional years of experience (for a total of five years) may substitute for a Bachelor’s Degree

Required Other | None

Additional Preferred | Experience working in collegiate athletics Experience working directly with coaching staffs and teams Strong writer and copy editor Experience with video production and graphic design in Adobe Creative Suite Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions | Must be able to work in an environment with continual interruptions and outside noise

Degree Requirement | Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information

FLSA Status | Exempt

Employee Category | Exempt

Pay Range | $55-65K

Type of Appointment | Fiscal Year

FTE | 1

Full Time/Part Time | Full Time

Funding |

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. | No

Posting Date | 07/21/2026

Closing Date |

Open Until Filled | Yes

Applicant Resources | https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources

Background Check Statement | Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement | The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. List of References

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   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
2. * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.
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