Assoc. Athletic Director, Strategic Communications Position Available In Adams, Mississippi

• Job Title
• Associate Athletic Director, Strategic Communications
• FLSA Status
• Exempt
• Posted Salary Range
• Commensurate with experience.
• Employment Status
• Full Time
• Department
• Administration
• Job Summary
• The incumbent is responsible for all aspects of electronic media production, strategic communications plans, public relations initiatives and the Brave Sports Network programming related to the University’s intercollegiate sports.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and guidelinesKnowledge of communications best practicesKnowledge of sports events production and directingExcellent leadership and management skillsProficient computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite and automated scorebook statistical softwareCompetent photographic skills (preferred)Ability to manage and promote tournamentsAbility to work effectively with minimal supervision•Essential Job Functions•Develops and implements a strategic communications plan which promotes the Alcorn Athletics’ brandEnhances and maintains public relations initiatives that engage students, alumni, fans and sponsorsOversees the Brave Sports Network through coordinator of game day production, video board content management and leveraging the streaming platformProduces and manages content on official Alcorn Athletics social media sitesMaintains statistical data and historical records for all sportsHires and supervises clock operators, statisticians, student workers, public address announcers, etc.

, for selected sportsProduces game day programs and maintains the Athletic websiteEstablishes and fosters relationships with local sports reportersProvides media passes and media seating for athletic events, upon requestCompiles statistics and FAQs for all in

• season sports eventsSupervises staff to provide game management for all sports 

• Other Duties:

• Other related duties, as assigned
• Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, sports management, or related field.

Three (3) years experience in a sports information environmentPrior experience dealing with the media on the local, regional and national level; General journalism experience preferred

• Licensing and Certifications
• N/A•Physical Requirements•Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areasSedentary Work•Exerting 10 poundsLight Work•Exerting up to 20 pounds OccasionallyMedium Work•Exerting 20-50 poundsHeavy Work•Exerting 50-100 poundsVery Heavy Work•Exerting in excess of 100 pounds•Travel•Frequently•Extended Work Hours•Frequently•Posting Detail Information•Posting Number S1066Number of Vacancies 1Location LormanPosition End Date (if temporary)Open Date 10/01/2024Close DateOpen Until Filled No •Advertising Summary•Excellent Benefits Package Applicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationUnofficial TranscriptsMulti MediaLetter of Recommendation (Professional)Letter of Recommendation (Personal)Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)Optional Documents