Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Communications

Description

Albion College invites applications for the Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Communications position. The Assistant AD for Sports Communications,  in conjunction with the Director of Athletics, is responsible for the development and promotion of Albion College athletics in a way  that advances and supports the mission of Albion College and the athletic department . This position will plan and implement a proactive, coordinated sports media relations program with emphasis on establishing and cultivating relationships with print, broadcast, and online media. As well as, provide updated statistics and game information for the NCAA and MIAA in sports as selected by the MIAA’s Director of Information Services. In addition, the Assistant AD for Sport Communications will maintain the Albion College athletics website (gobrits.com) and maintain other electronic communications, including social media, with external audiences. Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload with sensitivity and confidentiality. Must contribute to a campus climate that emphasizes a commitment to working with individuals and groups from a variety of identities, cultures and backgrounds.

The job description can be viewed here. 

FLSA Classification: 
Salaried / Exempt / Administrative

Employment Status: At-Will

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Three years’ experience in print, broadcast, online journalism, public relations or sports information.

Application Instructions

Qualified candidates should submit an online application, including cover letter, current resume and a commitment statement (a statement on the applicants commitment to working with individuals and groups from a variety of identities, cultures and backgrounds in the workplace), and contact information for three (3) professional reference through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/186725

Please contact Jennifer Rushton, Director of Athletics (jrushton@albion.edu or 517-629-0583) for questions about the position or search.  A review of application will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.