Sports Information Assistant (29970)

OTTAWA UNIVERSITY • Ottawa, KS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The position is responsible for assisting in communication efforts of selected athletic contests for designated sports. Works a maximum of 29 hours a week, in designated weeks, during Fall and Spring Term. This role supports Ottawa University's mission to integrate faith, learning, and life in the academic experiences of students.

Requirements

• Working toward a degree/collegiate coursework related to the requirements of this position.
• Prior working experience (or coursework) which are related to the requirements of this position.
• Knowledge in the use of Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with PrestoWeb, and SIDEARM website Content Management Systems.
• Experience with photography and videography.
• Ability to effectively accept and apply the instruction and critique of others and continue to show job improvement with increased experience.
• Effective writing/communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with students/employees/guests of the University community.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, pushing, and lifting.
• Frequent prolonged and irregular hours, and exposure to varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in communication efforts of selected athletic contests for men's and women's soccer, cross country, track and field, bowling, lacrosse and tennis.
• Comprehensive website management, including event previews, game stories, scores, statistics, rosters and schedules updates, and archival program information.
• Working with photography and videography related to athletic communications.
• Working cooperatively with others within and outside of the department to provide an effective product.
• Maintaining positive work attendance.
• Working in a variety of environments and climatic conditions.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekend hours.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree