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Overview This person will assist the Assistant Director of Athletic Communications in all aspects of Athletic Communications for the department, specifically focusing on intercollegiate athletics. This position will follow a 211-Day Calendar. Benefits include : medical and dental insurances, retirement plans, paid time off, educational benefits for employees and dependents at Penn College and Penn State University, and more. For additional information, click here. Qualifications

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education, Recreational Education, Health, Sports Administration, Communication, Journalism or other related discipline. Required Master's Degree in Sports Administration, Communication, Journalism or related discipline. Preferred

EXPERIENCE 1-3

years' experience in an NCAA athletic/recreational program with a background in sports information/journalism. Required

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Evidence of creativity and ingenuity in developing programs and solving problems. Required Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form. Required Self-starter. Required Strong writing, editing, communication, and organizational skills. Required Ability to manage multiple sports, projects, deadlines, and responsibilities simultaneously. Required Knowledge of athletic statistics and sports information operations. Preferred Experience with website content management systems and social media platforms. Required Possession of a valid driver's license. Required Familiarity with data processing and statistical procedure. Preferred Responsibilities Provide support to the Assistant Director of Athletics Communications as a source of information for selected intercollegiate programs including news, scores, statistics, and other information to media outlets and conference offices. Assist in writing press releases, including post-game recaps, award announcements, season previews for pctwildcats.com. Assist in maintaining in-game and season statistics. Assist in compiling and submitting statistics and team results in accordance with guidelines set by NCAA, e conference, and affiliated organizations. Assist in updating and maintaining athletics website and historical archives/record books. Assist with management of department social media platforms and webcasting. Assist with the creation of photo and video content for digital and social platforms. Assist in the production of electronic/printed content to promote the departments athletics programs, student-athletes, home athletic events, fundraising efforts and community service initiatives. Assist with the nomination process for weekly and yearly athletic and academic awards. Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Athletics Communications on all Athletics marketing & promotional initiatives in support of intercollegiate athletics. Ensure safety and security at all events, communicating concerns to College Police and the Director of Athletics Physical Standards and Special Job Features None Pay Transparency Based on minimum education and experience qualifications the yearly salary range is $43,000 - $48,000. College Statement This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice. EEO Statement Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce. #LI-Onsite Job Code L3320