Sports Information Professional

Opt For Healthy Living; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

CSU Intercollegiate Athletics is seeking a Sports Information Professional I to support athletics communications, media relations, and sports information functions. The role contributes to content creation, statistical reporting, and game-day operations across web, social media, print, and in-game materials.

Under direct supervision, you will handle multiple assignments in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, ensuring accuracy and alignment with departmental and university expectations.

Qualifications

• Entry-level professional duties in athletics communications.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments with attention to detail.
• Adherence to established communications standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supports athletics communications across platforms including web and social media.
• Performs content creation and assists with media relations.
• Compiles statistical reporting and game-day operations support.
• Works under supervision in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Job description

Job no: 561653
Work type: Staff
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Temporary, Full Time, Marketing/Communications, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Classification Title:Sports Information Professional I

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled):Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 11:55 PM.

Hiring Preference

Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary

Under direct supervision, the Sports Information Professional I performs entry-level professional duties supporting athletics communications, media relations, and sports information functions. The incumbent contributes to a broad range of activities, including content creation, media relations support, statistical reporting, and game-day operations.

The position supports the coordination and delivery of athletics communications across multiple platforms, including web, social media, print, and in-game materials. Work involves handling multiple assignments in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, requiring attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to apply established communications standards and procedures. Assignments are performed following defined guidelines and are reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with departmental and university expectations.

FLSA

Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range

$4,570.00 per month (Step 1) -$4,947.00 per month (Step 5)

CSU Classification Salary Range

$4,570.00 per month (Step 1) -$6,658.00 per month (Step 20)

Salary step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Recruitment Type

Temporary (Annually Renewable)

Time Base

Full-Time

Pay Plan

12 months

Work Hours

Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM. Hours will vary based on operational needs.

Department Information

The program of Intercollegiate Athletics is