Manager of Athletic Communications

Job Description Summary

The Manager of Athletics Communication plays a vital role in promoting and enhancing the visibility of an institution’s athletic programs. This position is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies that support the university's athletics brand, engage fans, and highlight student-athlete achievements. This 12-month position under the Assistant AD of Internal Operations, will promote the great student-athletes and coaches involved with our 21 NCAA Division II Varsity sports, 5 JV/Reserve programs.

Job Description

DUTIES AND TASKS: 

• Support the University's mission and core values as a contributing member of the University's community.
• Supervise data entry and tracking of in-game and cumulative statistics.
• Responsible for writing releases, preparing game programs, updating statistics/ records/rosters and maintaining historical archives.
• Assist in maintaining and updating www.saintleolions.com and social media for Saint Leo athletics.
• Assist in game day operations with duties included, but not limited to, live stats, scorer's table/press box staffing, and preparation of game day scripts.
• Act as a liaison between coaches, student-athletes, sports programs and athletic department with local, regional and national media to maximize coverage and exposure for Athletics through both traditional and new media sources.
• Assist in the planning, promotion and organization of departmental special events.
• Serve as primary athletic communications contact for select sports (TBD).
• Identify creative avenues and new technologies to enhance the Saint Leo University athletics brand, and promote the university core values and NCAA Division II philosophy across campus and to the surrounding community.
• Other duties as assigned by Athletics Director and the Director of Athletics Communications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (Please list specific requirements) 

Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• Excellent communication and strong writing skills
• Minimum of three years of related experience in communications field (NCAA athletics preferred)
• Working knowledge of computer applications and software including MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator/InDesign/Photoshop) programs.
• Working knowledge of The Automated Scorebook/StatCrew statistical software
• Technical knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Mac OS operating systems
• Developed knowledge of mainstream social media sites and social media mobile applications
• Familiarity with website content management system, SIDEARM

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate with the athletic department, University, community and media outlets

Abilities:

• Ability to work under deadline pressure and collaboratively with internal and external constituencies
• Team oriented and willing to multitask efficiently and effectively
• Willing to work weekend, evenings, and travel

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS: 

Bachelor’s degree in Sport Management, Journalism or related field from a regionally accredited college or university.  Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university preferred. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   

Lifting of equipment 

Exposure to outdoor weather conditions

ENVIRONMENT: 

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various type of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.   The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

NOTICE:
The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.  Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.  Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success.

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world.  Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center

*Eligibility based on meeting required service period