Associate Director - Athletic Communications

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Job Title

Associate Director - Athletic Communications

Department

Athletic Media Relations - 16080

Pay Grade

7

Job Category

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Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Associate Director - Athletic Communications

Department

Athletic Media Relations - 16080

Pay Grade

7

Job Category

Administrative

Job Summary

Reports to the Associate AD for Marketing and Branding, assisting with public relations and publicity for ETSU Athletics. Responsibilities include producing athletic and university publications, managing community relations and events, writing news releases, creating creative content, and supervising graduate assistants, interns, and student workers. Performs other related duties as assigned.

The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services and programs including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to university facilities and services and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information. https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong writing, editing and design skills.
• Computer skills using Mac and PC platforms.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Power Point and other computer skills required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter with an outstanding work ethic.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and information.
• Strong teamwork aptitude.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of and compliance with all applicable rules and regulations of East Tennessee State University, the Southern Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in Athletic Communications/Sports Information at the Division I and/or professional sports level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in Athletic Communications/Sports Information at the Division I and/or professional sports level.
• Previous experience working in a college sports information office preferred.
• Stat Crew and/or NCAA Live Stats experience with football, volleyball, basketball, soccer and/or baseball/softball

Salary

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | AS01581P | | Is this position subject to a criminal background check? | Yes | | Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source? | No | | FLSA Status | Exempt | | Open Date | 06/23/2025 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants | |

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents 1. Transcripts

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