Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
FP401 - Assistant Director for Sports Communication
Virginia Department of Human Resource Management, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23501
Assistant Director for Sports Communication
Norfolk State University, a NCAA Division I institution, is seeking applicants for an Assistant Director for Athletics Communication. This candidate will assist with the management of the media relations department and serve as the primary contact for all communication and public relations efforts for the department of athletics for specific sports. The position will report directly to the Associate Director for Communications. Responsibilities include: Disseminates information for all assigned sports, including overseeing writing, editing, and distributing of sports information in the form of Athletic Department website stories, social media accounts, press releases, media guides, game programs, telephone interviews, etc. on a timely basis. Coordinates and reports compilation of statistical records, records of competition, and archival information on a timely basis. Spearheads the response to University and public inquiries as related to athletic events, student-athletes, and coaches in addition to serving as the primary contact for designated sports and cultivates/maintains relationships with local, regional, and national media to maximize coverage and exposure for the athletics programs through traditional and new media sources. Coordinates the nomination and promotes serious consideration of outstanding student-athletes as candidates for Conference, Regional and National awards, both for athletic as well as academic excellence. Media relations function on day of competition. Responsible for hiring, coaching, developing and reviewing performance of the staff. Supervise game-day workers for home competition of assigned sports, including statisticians, clock operators, public address announcers, scorekeepers, etc. Provides supervision to game day workers during home competition; provides statistical and/or game-tracking services during athletic competition as needed for assigned sports. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Educational or hands on experience related to media relations and/or mass communication Strong oral and written communication skills Proficient in social media platforms and website content Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations Proficient in current and developing trends (video, voice, data, and computing technologies) A successful criminal background check is required. Additional Considerations: Masters degree Two years experience in media relations in intercollegiate athletics Application and/or rsum for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or rsums will not be accepted. Contact Information: Name: Office of Human Resources Phone: 7578238160 In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Norfolk State University, a NCAA Division I institution, is seeking applicants for an Assistant Director for Athletics Communication. This candidate will assist with the management of the media relations department and serve as the primary contact for all communication and public relations efforts for the department of athletics for specific sports. The position will report directly to the Associate Director for Communications. Responsibilities include: Disseminates information for all assigned sports, including overseeing writing, editing, and distributing of sports information in the form of Athletic Department website stories, social media accounts, press releases, media guides, game programs, telephone interviews, etc. on a timely basis. Coordinates and reports compilation of statistical records, records of competition, and archival information on a timely basis. Spearheads the response to University and public inquiries as related to athletic events, student-athletes, and coaches in addition to serving as the primary contact for designated sports and cultivates/maintains relationships with local, regional, and national media to maximize coverage and exposure for the athletics programs through traditional and new media sources. Coordinates the nomination and promotes serious consideration of outstanding student-athletes as candidates for Conference, Regional and National awards, both for athletic as well as academic excellence. Media relations function on day of competition. Responsible for hiring, coaching, developing and reviewing performance of the staff. Supervise game-day workers for home competition of assigned sports, including statisticians, clock operators, public address announcers, scorekeepers, etc. Provides supervision to game day workers during home competition; provides statistical and/or game-tracking services during athletic competition as needed for assigned sports. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Educational or hands on experience related to media relations and/or mass communication Strong oral and written communication skills Proficient in social media platforms and website content Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations Proficient in current and developing trends (video, voice, data, and computing technologies) A successful criminal background check is required. Additional Considerations: Masters degree Two years experience in media relations in intercollegiate athletics Application and/or rsum for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or rsums will not be accepted. Contact Information: Name: Office of Human Resources Phone: 7578238160 In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer.