Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Texas A&M - Kingsville•Kingsville, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

About Texas A&M University–Kingsville Texas A&M University–Kingsville (TAMUK), the oldest institution of higher learning in South Texas and a proud member of the Texas A&M University System, stands as the region’s premier university. TAMUK offers the widest range of academic programs and degrees in South Texas, provides exceptional learning and residential facilities, conducts impactful research, awards substantial scholarships, and has awarded more than 80,000 degrees in the institution’s 100-year history. The university is recognized for its unwavering commitment to student success, meaningful research, and deep community engagement. With a welcoming campus culture and strong regional partnerships, TAMUK offers faculty and staff a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader South Texas region. Location: The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo. For more information, click here . Position Overview The Assistant Director of Athletic Communications reports to the Director of Athletic Communications and assists in publicity efforts for all sponsored sports, including writing press releases and feature stories; Produces and edits game programs, game notes, and media guides; Assists with maintenance of the Athletic department’s website.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in sports journalism, sports administration, public relations, or related field.
Three (3) years of related experience.
Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong time management skills
Strong multi-tasking skills and ability to handle multiple projects at once
Ability to adapt to different duties during work hours
Ability to write about multiple different sports and topics for the web
Knowledge of AP style guides for writing for the web
Knowledge of NCAA Livestats and other official statistical software
Knowledge of Adobe suite products for creative design

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree

Responsibilities

Assists the Director of Athletic Communications and the athletics’ department with day-to-day operations
Trains and supervises graduate students, student workers and game-day staff
Attends weekly meetings with staff and administration
Consistent compliance with NCAA DII, LSC, TAMUK, and TAMUS policies, rules, and regulations
Attend trainings as needed to ensure compliance with TAMUK and TAMUS policies
Assists in publicity efforts for all sponsored sports, including writing press releases and feature stories; producing and editing game programs, game notes and media guides; helping maintain historical records; distributes athletic information to all media outlets; and assists in the relations with local, regional and national media
Assists in the maintenance of the official website
Assists the game day operations, including media relations, game management and statistical services
Create or assist in the creation of promotional items for events and/or games that the athletics department promotes
Inform and/or release information to local, regional and national media regarding athletic news and/or updates
Collaborate with campus departments as needed in the promotion and execution of Athletic Events

Benefits

Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
On-Campus Wellness Opportunities: TAMUK’s Wellness Program is designed to enrich lives through health and wellness programming that is meaningful and impactful.
Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Tuition Benefits: Employee Tuition Assistance Program Book scholarships
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
Employee Leave: 8+ hours of vacation per month
8 hours of sick leave per month
8 hours of paid Birthday leave
12-15 paid holidays per year