Part Time - Sports - Information Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University; Abington (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State Abington is seeking a Part-Time Sports Information Assistant to support media relations, communications, and digital content for its 14 NCAA Division III varsity sports. Working under the direction of the Sports Information Director, this opening will assist with promoting Penn State Abington’s student-athletes, coaches, teams, and athletic events across a variety of media and digital platforms.

This is a 10-month, part-time appointment that requires schedule flexibility, including

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, sports management, journalism, public relations, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in sports information, athletic communications, journalism, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with Genius Live Stats (NLS) and/or PrestoStats.
• Strong working knowledge of social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter).
• Familiarity with athletics website management platforms, particularly SIDEARM and/or Presto.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, or similar graphic design/content-creation platforms.
• Experience with digital content platforms such as BoxOut Sports.
• Experience with web streaming and video production, including Hudl and Production Truck.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear, accurate, engaging game recaps, previews, press releases, and other sports content.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with coaches, student-athletes, staff, and campus partners.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
• Experience in NCAA athletics environment, Division III preferred.
• May require outdoor work in adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sports Information Director with media relations, coverage, and promotion of 14 NCAA Division III varsity sports.
• Write and distribute press releases, game previews, recaps, feature stories, and other digital content for the Athletics website.
• Create and schedule social media content to promote teams, student-athletes, coaches, and events.
• Maintain and update the Penn State Abington Athletics website (AbingtonSports.com) with schedules, rosters, statistics, records, and history.
• Provide game-day sports information support including in-game statistics, live stats, web streaming, and social media coverage.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot web streaming and video production equipment and platforms.
• Coordinate and supervise student workers and game-day personnel during home events.
• Maintain accurate statistical records, team histories, and athletics archives.
• Support postseason and championship reporting for NCAA and conference requirements.
• Perform other duties related to athletics communications as assigned.

Skills

Social media

Content writing

Web streaming

Graphic design

Video production

Statistics tracking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field

Tools

Genius Live Stats (NLS)

PrestoStats

SIDEARM CMS

Presto

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

BoxOut Sports

Hudl

Production Truck

Job description

Penn State Abington is seeking a Part-Time Sports Information Assistant to support the department’s media relations, communications, and digital content efforts for its 14 NCAA Division III varsity sports. Working under the direction of the Sports Information Director, this opening will assist with promoting Penn State Abington’s student-athletes, coaches, teams, and athletic events across a variety of media and digital platforms.

This is a 10-month, part-time appointment that requires schedule flexibility, including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays throughout the Academic Year (August through May).

Job Duties

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Sports Information Director with media relations, coverage, and promotion of Penn State Abington’s 14 NCAA Division III varsity sports.
• Write and distribute press releases, game previews, recaps, feature stories, and other digital content for the Athletics website.
• Assist with the creation and scheduling of social media content to promote teams, student-athletes, coaches, accomplishments, and events.
• Help maintain and update the Penn State Abington Athletics website (AbingtonSports.com), including schedules, rosters, statistics, records, and historical information.
• Attend home athletic events and provide game-day sports information support, including:
  • In-game statistics and live statistics
  • Web streaming and production support
  • Social media coverage
  • Public address and/or game-day operations as needed
• Assist with the setup, operation, and troubleshooting of web-streaming and video production equipment and platforms.
• Help coordinate and supervise student workers and game-day personnel during home athletic events.
• Assist with maintaining accurate statistical records, team histories, archives, and other athletics-related information.
• Support the department’s postseason and championship reporting efforts, including NCAA and conference-related statistical and media requirements.
• Perform other duties related to athletics communications and sports information as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications

Required/Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, sports management, journalism, public relations, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in sports information, athletic communications, journalism, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with Genius Live Stats (NLS) and/or PrestoStats.
• Strong working knowledge of social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter).
• Familiarity with athletics website management platforms, particularly SIDEARM and/or Presto.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, or similar graphic design and content-creation platforms.
• Experience with digital content platforms such as BoxOut Sports.
• Experience with web streaming and video production, including platforms such as Hudl and Production Truck.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear, accurate, and engaging game recaps, previews, press releases, and other sports-related content.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with coaches, student-athletes, staff, and campus partners.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays, based on the athletics schedule.
• Experience working in an NCAA athletics environment, particularly at the Division III level, is strongly preferred.
• May require the ability to work in an outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.

Background Checks / Clearances

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

Our values are as follows; Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Discovery, Excellence, and Community.