Assistant Program Director - Athletics (Strategic Communications)

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Job Title

Assistant Program Director - Athletics (Strategic Communications)

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

FLSA

Exempt

General Job Description

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Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Assistant Program Director - Athletics (Strategic Communications)

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

FLSA

Exempt

General Job Description

This is a professional position responsible for telling the story of the student-athletes, coaches, staff, and department that helps to increase the exposure and awareness of the athletics department and ultimately the university. Responsible for performing event management for assigned sports, serving as the daily media liaison for assigned sports, and maintaining records and statistics. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Assistant Athletics Director (Strategic Communications).

Essential Job Functions

1. Serves as athletic communications representative and performs event management for assigned sports.
   a. Responds to and manages internal and external media requests for information, photos, and interviews with student-athletes, coaches, and other athletic department personnel.
   b. Serves as the liaison between the university as it relates to National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and conference media requests.
   c. Organizes press box and oversees all aspects of an event pertaining to media relations, including radio, newspaper, and television coverage.
   d. Compiles and distributes statistics, game notes, post-event scores, and stories.
   
2. Maintains records and statistics, including year-end summaries for all sports.
   
3. Serves as the daily liaison to local, regional, and national media to solicit and promote interesting story ideas for assigned sports.
   
4. Uses social media and video to promote teams, student-athletes, and upcoming events as directed.
   
5. Delivers the university’s and athletics department’s internal and external messaging as directed.
   
6. Assists in developing, directing, and implementing a communications/media relations plan for all sport athletics programs.
   
7. Assists in planning and implementing publicity associated with marketing and promotions projects and special events.
   
8. Coordinates and monitors the production of athletics publications, including designing, writing, and editing media communication tools.
   
9. Reviews and evaluates current media trends to determine implementation and best practices.

Non-Essential Job Functions

1. Adheres to all applicable NCAA, conference, and university rules and regulations.
   
2. Attends university, conference, NCAA, and other organizational meetings as assigned.
   
3. May be required to travel to various sporting events with teams.
   
4. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, university policies and procedures.
   
2. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, policies, procedures, and guidelines established by the conference and the NCAA.
   
3. Knowledge of professional standards and trends related to area of responsibility.
   
4. Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, statistical analysis, word processing, desktop publishing, and website content management software.
   
5. Organizational skills in managing projects simultaneously while maintaining a satisfactory work product.
   
6. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
   
7. Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time.
   
8. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
   
9. Ability to maintain currency of knowledge and skills.
   
10. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Physical Demands

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, or a related field is required.

Required Experience and Training

Two years of related experience is required. Additional education may substitute for experience on a basis set forth by the Department of Human Resources.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in intercollegiate athletic media relations is preferred.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Min Pay Rate

Mid Pay Rate

Salary Information

Salary Grade - 11

Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting

Candidate must have the ability and desire to flex schedule as needed to cover events and travel.

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | S2025-118 | | Candidates Eligible to Apply | Open to all qualified applicants | | Number of Positions Available | 1 | | Posted Date | 07/07/2025 | | Review Start Date | | | Close Date | | | Work Schedule | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Desired start date is August 1, 2025. | | Posting Quick Link | https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/13166 |

Contact Information

| Contact Name | Jessica Dorsey | | Contact Phone | (936)468-3501 | | Contact Email | jessica.dorsey@sfasu.edu | | Contact Information | |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Will you have earned a bachelor's degree prior to the start date of this position?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * What is your academic major/minor?

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Which of the following best represents the number of years experience you possess relating to the job to which you are applying?

   • Less than two years
   • Two to three years
   • Four to five years
   • Six to seven years
   • Eight to nine years
   • Ten or more years

2. * Do you have experience with NCAA Intercollegiate Athletics?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Please describe your experience in media relations, including any experience in intercollegiate athletic media relations.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Describe your experience with NCAA intercollegiate athletics, including experience specifically with NCAA Division I athletics.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References

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