Assistant Director, Sports Information

Assistant Director, Sports Information

Agency: Texas A&M International University

Department: Athletics Department

Salary: $43,909.08/annual

Job Location: Laredo, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Job Summary: The Assistant Director, Sports Information, under general supervision, assists in publicity efforts for all sponsored sports, including writing press releases and feature stories. Produces and edits game programs, game notes, and media guides. Assists with maintenance of the Athletic Department's Web site.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in publicity efforts for all sponsored sports, including writing press releases and feature stories; producing and editing game programs, game notes and media guides; helping to maintain historical records; distributes athletic information to all media outlets; and assists in the relations with local, regional and national media.
• Assists in the maintenance of the official website.
• Assists with game-day operations, including media relations, game management and statistical services.
• Trains and supervises student workers, task workers.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assists to develop and implement a comprehensive public relations program. Promotes the athletic program, teams, and contests.
• May assist in all athletic special events, fundraising, promotions and other activities related to athletics.
• May help develop and execute all student-athlete leadership initiatives and development efforts. Oversight of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee and mentor programs.
• With the help of the Academic Advisors, oversee NCAA CHAMPS/Life Skills program.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education Bachelor's degree in sports journalism, sports administration, public relations, or related field.
• Experience Three years of related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master's Degree in related field.

Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Demonstrated strong writing and verbal skills.
• Web design and basic computer application experience.

Ability to:

• Ability to perform under deadlines.
• Be reliable to the organization.
• Present information clearly and concisely.
• Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Communicate effectively with all segments of the campus community.
• Ability to function under adverse and stressful conditions.

Preferred Knowledge and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of statistical software (Genius, Stat Crew, PrestoSports, etc.)
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
• Familiarity with live-streaming software (Production Truck, Wirecast, etc.)
• Must possess commitment and capabilities to abide by NCAA by laws and Lone Star Conference regulations.

License/Professional Certification - None

Physical Requirements General office environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision of Others:

• This position may supervise student employees, task workers.

Other Requirements:

• Position requires evening and/or weekend hours.
• Position requires travel.
• Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you "Submit" the application materials. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 3 professional references and their full contact information
• Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.