Sports Information Director

Independence Community College•Independence, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Independence Community College (ICC) is seeking a dedicated individual to fill the dual role of Athletics Administrative Assistant & Sports Information Director. In the role of Sports Information Director, the individual will enhance the visibility of ICC’s athletic programs, fostering engagement within the college and the surrounding community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, sports management, marketing, communications or a related field preferred
Minimum of 1 – 2 years of experience in an administrative or marketing role, preferable in an athletic or academic setting.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Proficiency with office software (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace) and familiarity with sports information software.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, balance multiple projects, and work well under pressure.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with students, athletes, coaches, faculty, and staff.
Organizational skills
Ability to work well with others from diverse backgrounds.
Familiarity with statistical tracking and reporting for collegiate athletics.
Willingness to support the Vision and Mission of the college.

Responsibilities

Supervising federal work study students assigned to Athletics Administration and ensure all paperwork and time reporting is completed timely and accurately.
Ensuring all records are filed daily and athletic records are up-to-date and current.
Maintaining regular and timely attendance.
Performing other duties as needed.
Serving as the main point of contact for sports media inquiries, interviews, and press releases.
Updating and maintaining the athletic department website and social media platforms by ensuring accurate and timely dissemination of information, schedules, results, and athletic profiles.
Coordinating media coverage for games, events, and announcements, liaising with local and regional media outlets.
Developing marketing and promotional materials for athletic events, including brochures, posters, flyers, and digital media.
Managing the broadcasting of home games and special athletic events, coordinating live streams, commentary, and post-game coverage.
Manage home game replay system for each specific sport.
Tracing and reporting athletic statistics for all teams, ensuring timely submission to regional organizations.
Coordinating photo and video coverage of athletic events for archives, media use, and promotional purposes.
Overall administrative support with other duties as assigned

Benefits

Regular Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a one-hour lunch
Starting in January 2025, regular work schedule: Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a one-hour lunch and ½ workday on Friday (8 a.m. – noon)
Summer Schedule (May 19th – August 1st): Monday – Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., ½ hour lunch and Friday’s off
Earned vacation, personal time, and sick time
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Participation in the Kansas Public Retirement Systems
Long-term disability coverage
Life Insurance
Additional benefits available