Manager of Athletic Communications

Saint Leo University • Hanover, NH

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree