Associate Director for Communications

East Tennessee State University, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Johnson City, TENNESSEE
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information


Job Title Associate Director for Communications
Department Intercollegiate Athletics - 16006
Pay Grade 10
Job Category Administrative
Job Summary
ETSU Athletics is accepting applications for an Associate Director for Communications. This position is responsible to the Director for Communications for assistance with public relations and publicity for the university’s athletics program including production of ETSU Athletics and University publications, community public relations, graphic design, content creation, marketing engagement, event management, preparing news releases, assisting with the management of graduate assistants, interns, and other student help; and performing other related duties as assigned.
The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including:
  • Paid time off & leave
  • 17 paid holidays
  • Educational Assistance 
  • 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 at: https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/ .
 
ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform 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. Employees must be able to perform the position’s essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Possess strong writing, editing, and design skills.
  • Computer skills using Mac and PC platforms, in addition to Stat Crew and/or NCAA Live Stats experience with football, volleyball, basketball, soccer and/or baseball/softball.
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Software.
  • Previous experience working in a college sports information office.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other computer skills required.
  • 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.
  • Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of East Tennessee State University, the Southern Conference, and the NCAA.
  • Experience being a public address announcer and conducting interviews with coaches and student-athletes.
  • Experience working with outside media outlets.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • 1 year of experience working in Athletic Communications/Sports Information at the Division 1 and/or professional sports level.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree.
  • 3 years of experience working in Athletic Communications/Sports Information at the Division 1 and/or professional sports level.
Salary

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number AS01293P
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 01/16/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants

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