Sports Information Director

Position Information

Position Information

Vacancy Number: S-00892 Position Title: Sports Information Director Classification Title: Department: Athletics Employment Type: Full-Time Duties and Responsibilities:
The Athletics Department at Auburn University at Montgomery is accepting applications for the Sports Information Director position. The candidate selected to fill this position will be responsible for the following:

• Coordinates all activities regarding the collection of information from the university’s individual sports.
• Disseminates university sports information to the various media such as print, television, radio and internet.
• Develops and maintains cordial, informative relationships with community representatives and media persons in order to encourage the promotion of the University’s athletics programs.
• Ensures proper records and statistics for all sports are kept in an orderly manner for historical as well as daily information requests.
• Produces publications the media guides, special brochures, and any University athletic event programs which must be produced in cooperation with University Relations.
• Develops and maintains computerized statistical programs for all University sports.
• Attends all University sporting events when outside media personnel are present.
• Assists in fundraising development for the department, including generating sponsors for the athletics website, digital game boards, and game programs.
• Coordinates the daily update of the University athletics website.
• Maintains the Athletics Department web calendar.
• Prepares and manages a fiscal budget for sports information.
• As a part of the job responsibilities associated with this position, knowledge of rules and regulations set forth by the NCAA and conference should be maintained, reviewed and practiced to ensure compliance relative to those applicable duties.
• Oversees graphic and video content for all social media accounts sponsored by the Department of Athletics and maintenance of all streaming equipment.
• Oversees video streaming of all designated events by the Department of Athletics.
• Supervision of the Assistant Sports Information Director and any student- workers/interns for the Sports Information Office.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The candidate should possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures
• Knowledge of acceptable marketing/promotion techniques
• Knowledge of acceptable basic administrative techniques
• Knowledge of statistical software
• Knowledge of graphic design and publication software
• Skill in applying appropriate University policies and procedures
• Skill in applying acceptable marketing/promotion techniques
• Skill in making written and oral presentation
• Knowledge of video streaming platforms

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, public relations, journalism, or related area and two (2) years of related experience. Strong knowledge of StatCrew and Presto Sports Statistics Software, Adobe Creative Suite, BlueFrame Technology video streaming platform and Boxout Graphic Design platform is preferred. Job Open Date: 05/16/2022 This posting will remain open until closed: Yes Job Close Date: Salary Band: Special Instructions to Applicants:
Auburn University at Montgomery reserves the right once interviewing has begun to stop accepting applications. About the University/College
Located in Alabama’s vibrant state capital, Auburn University at Montgomery is a fast-growing university on the rise. Don’t just take our word for it: The Princeton Review rates us as one of the best colleges in the Southeast, while U.S. News & World Report recently ranked us No. 22 among regional universities in the South for the quality of undergraduate teaching and 38th among all public institutions in the region.

Auburn University at Montgomery is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity; therefore, we encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Additionally, the safety and security of our campus community is a top priority. All employees at AUM are considered to be Responsible Employees and have the duty to immediately report information that has the potential to adversely impact safety or wellness on our campus.

Auburn University at Montgomery is committed to keeping its campus community safe and will follow applicable local, state and federal guidelines and regulations regarding COVID -19 policies and protocols. Quick Link https://www.jobs.aum.edu/postings/5476 Position Profile Link Applicant Documents
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2. Cover Letter
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