Assistant Athletic Director, Sports Information Job at Inside Higher Ed in Lorma

Overview

Job Title: Assistant Athletic Director, Sports Information

Employer: Inside Higher Ed

Location: Lorman

Posted: 08/27/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for all aspects of electronic media and production and sports information related to the college’s intercollegiate sports.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Knowledge of trends, techniques and strategies related to sports information
• Proficient computer skills; automated scoreboard statistical software packages preferred
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
• Ability to effectively communicate with the media
• Ability to write, edit and/or develop articles, reports and publications
• Ability to effectively supervise student personnel
• Ability to travel as needed to cover athletic events
• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records and reports
• Ability to represent the ASU athletic department in fundraising efforts, home game events, and within the university’s daily operations

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for the daily promotion of athletic teams
• Produce and manage content on official Alcorn Athletics social media sites
• Production of weekly press releases for each in-season sport
• Maintenance of statistical data for all sports
• Maintenance of historical records and data for all sports
• Develops daily and weekly contacts with local media
• Hires and supervises clock operators, statisticians, student workers, public address announcers, etc. for select sports
• Produces game day programs and maintains Athletic Web site
• Serve as primary media contact for all sports
• Compile statistics for all in-season sports following events
• Supervise staff to provide game management for all sports
• Compiles and publishes Athletic Department Fact Sheets
• Coordinates and promotes athletic events on campus and in the community via use of social media

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• General journalism and competent photographic skill preferred
• Experience managing and promoting regional and national tournaments helpful

Licensing and Certifications

N/A

Work Details

• Work in Noisy Areas: No
• Sedentary/Light/Medium/Heavy Work: See details below
• Travel: Frequently
• Extended Work Hours: Frequently

Light Work - Exerting Up To 20 Pounds: Frequently. Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 Pounds: Occasionally. Travel: Frequently. Extended Work Hours: Frequently.

Openings

• Posting Number: S1156
• Number Of Vacancies: 1
• Location: Lorman
• Open Date: 08/27/2025
• Open Until Filled: No

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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