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Florida International University - Board of Trustees

2025-2026 Athletics, Student Communications Assistant

Florida International University - Board of Trustees, Miami, Florida, us, 33222

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Overview

About FIU Florida International University is Miami's public research university, focused on student success. FIU is a top U.S. research university (R1) with more than $200 million in annual expenditures. FIU ranks highly for patent production and engages in fundraising efforts to support opportunities. FIU has two campuses and multiple centers, with artistic and cultural engagement through its museums. FIU is a member of Conference USA with extensive student-athlete participation. For more information about FIU, visit www.fiu.edu. Job Summary

The Athletics Department is currently seeking a student to join their team of professionals. Duties to include: Writing stories, including game recaps, previews and features Assist the media with interviews of student-athletes and coaches at athletics events Assist with statistical inputting and historical record maintenance Help manage the FIU Athletics website Assist with content management and social media Editing graphics/videos for social media using Adobe Creative Cloud Expectation to help at events that would include nights and weekends along with assistance at the office. Take photography and video content Job Category

Federal Work Study Desired Qualifications

Preferred Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop) Preferred Experience with statistical software such as NCAA Live Stats/Stat Crew Who May Apply

Students enrolled at FIU, who have been awarded Federal Work Study (FWS) as part of their Financial Aid Award package. Student must be enrolled with a minimum of six (6) credit hours in a course of study leading to a degree or a Financial Aid eligible certificate, during Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Upon credits decreasing, award being canceled, or graduating, FWS employment must end. Work Schedule

Ability to lift heavy equipment up to 20 lbs, ability to stand or sit for a long period of time, ability to work outside Ability to travel locally & nationally Flexible hours including nights, weekends, holidays Advertised Salary

$13.00/Hour Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check. This student appointment may be subjected to a pre-employment background check. Student Background Checks

Extended Background Check is required if the job includes any of the following responsibilities. Some may also require a Fingerprint Check: Duties: Will the position provide unsupervised direct care, treatment, education, training, instruction, supervision, or recreation to vulnerable populations such as minors, the elderly, or those with disabilities? (Fingerprint Check required) - No; Will the position work within a Child Care center, medical facilities, etc. (Requires DCF Clearinghouse at a cost) - No; Will the position work in a university sponsored Summer Camp? (Requires DCF Clearinghouse at a cost) - No; Will the position require entering any K-12 schools? (Requires public school system clearance) - No; Will the position perform fiscal duties to include budgeting, accounting, or having direct access to cash, checks, gift cards and/or credit/debit cards to include making and/or receiving payments? - No; Will the position have control over university-wide operational processes through functional roles or system security access? - No; Will the position drive a university vehicle? (MVR Check only) - No; Will the position travel with student athletes to events? - Yes; Is this designated as a position of special trust, responsibility, and sensitive location? - No; Will the position have system access to process payments, print or distribute checks, process corrections, or generate, update, or approve financial transactions that will result in the disbursement of university funds? - No; Will this position work within units that provide health and human services? - No; Will the position support university sponsored research? - No How To Apply

Current Employee: As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. You can track your applicant status in "My Applications". To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. Prepare to attach electronic copies of your resume/curriculum vitae, cover letter or other documents. Combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment in Word or PDF format. This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date. Prospective Employee: If you have not created an account, you will be asked to create one. Provide an active email for communication and track your status in "My Applications". All applicants must complete the online application including work history and educational details, even when attaching a resume. This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date. Disclosures

Clery Notice: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, FIU provides information on crimes statistics and related issues for the past three calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/. Pay Transparency: FIU will not discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing pay. Some roles require disclosure of compensation information when necessary for official purposes. FIU is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer. For nondiscrimination inquiries, contact FIU’s Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or ocrca@fiu.edu.

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