athletics director

Minnesota West Community and Technical College

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Working Title:</b></p>
Athletic Director<p></p><p><b>
Institution:
</b></p>Minnesota West Community and Technical College<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>
Classification Title:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
MnSCU Academic Supervisor 2<p></p><p><b>
Bargaining Unit / Union:</b></p>
216: Middle Management Association<p></p><p><b>
City:</b></p>
MWST - Worthington Campus<p></p><p><b>
FLSA:</b></p>
Job Exempt<p></p><p><b>
Full Time / Part Time:</b></p>
Full time<p></p><p><b>
Employment Condition:
</b></p>Unclassified - Unlimited Academic<p></p><p><b>
Salary Range:
</b></p>$34.11 - $51.28<p><b>
Job Description</b></p><p>
The Athletic Director (AD) provides comprehensive, full-time leadership and administrative oversight for athletic programs at Minnesota West Community and Technical College. This position is responsible for the success of athletic operations, encompassing compliance, personnel management, academic and wellness coordination, housing and basic needs support, athletic transportation, budgeting, facility oversight, and strategic development of new programs like Club-sports.</p><p>
The AD also serves as the primary public-facing representative of the Athletics Department and is tasked with coordinating closely with the college&rsquo;s Marketing and Communications Office to ensure consistent branding, effective promotion, and prompt response to media inquiries. The Director fosters inclusive excellence, academic integrity, institutional pride, and student success through an equity-driven and student-centered approach.<br>
The incumbent will initially exercise administrative oversight exclusively for intercollegiate athletic programs. However, the scope of appointment is projected to expand into a consolidated Director of Athletics portfolio, encompassing comprehensive governance of all intercollegiate athletic operations. This transition remains contingent upon subsequent departmental reorganization, institutional strategic alignment, and demonstrated programmatic need.</p><p><b><br>
Principle Responsibilities:
</b></p><p><b>1. Provide direct supervision to assigned employees.</b></p><ul><li>
Lead and supervise assigned athletics personnel, including but not limited to, hiring, training, coaching and developing, promoting, rewarding, assigning and reviewing work, directing work, approving transfers, evaluating, disciplining, suspending, and recommending dismissal. Maintain assignments in the Faculty Workload Management (FWM) system.</li><li>
Ensure that collective bargaining agreements and policies/procedures are implemented and appropriately enforced.</li><li>
Recruit, onboard, coordinate, and evaluate all coaches and athletics support personnel for teams.</li><li>
Provide guidance on game strategies, season planning, athlete discipline, and NJCAA compliance.</li><li>
Facilitate ongoing professional development opportunities, including annual workshops, certifications, and coaching clinics.</li>
Promote clear performance expectations, continuous improvement, and ethical conduct in all athletic staff.<br>
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</li></ul><p><b>2. Strategic Leadership &amp; Athletics Oversight</b></p><ul><li>
Provide overall leadership and direction for athletic programs across all college campuses.</li><li>
Develop, implement, and evaluate short- and long-term strategic plans aligned with institutional priorities, including student success, equity, and enrollment growth.</li><li>
Promote a culture of sportsmanship, personal accountability, and academic excellence.</li><li>
Represent the institution at NJCAA Region XIII, MCAC meetings, and related professional consortia.</li><li>
Collaborate with college leadership to align athletic programming with college-wide strategic and operational priorities.</li></ul><p><br>
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<b>3. </b><b>Student-Athlete</b><b> Academic, Health, and Conduct Support</b></p><ul><li>
Coordinate with faculty, advisors, and tutoring services to monitor eligibility, provide interventions, and support academic progress for athletes.</li><li>
Serve as primary liaison to Student Health needs and athletic trainers to manage injury reporting, referrals, and wellness initiatives.</li><li>
Ensure athletes are educated on college behavioral expectations; manage informal discipline in coordination with the Dean of Student Development.</li><li>
Track retention and academic performance of student-athletes and implement strategies to improve outcomes.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
4. Housing and Basic Needs Support</b></p><ul><li>
Partner with the Basic Needs Resource Hub to ensure student-athletes are connected to real-time support for food, housing, transportation, and healthcare.</li><li>
Work with local housing authorities, landlords, and nonprofit partners to help athletes secure affordable, safe housing options.</li><li>
Monitor athletes at risk of housing insecurity or food instability and intervene proactively in coordination with student services.</li><li>
Support emergency housing access and case management during breaks, off-season periods, and transitional enrollment phases.</li></ul><p><br>
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<b>5. Transportation &amp; Event Coordination</b></p><ul><li>
Coordinate all athletic travel logistics for teams, including fleet scheduling, driver coordination, and travel compliance.</li><li>
Collaborate with Transportation Services on game day needs, safety reviews, and post-event evaluations.</li><li>
Oversee planning and staffing of home athletic events, including officials, facilities setup, crowd management, and compliance.</li><li>
Develop an internal system for managing and approving travel requests aligned with college policy and budget protocols.</li></ul><p><br>
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<b>6. Budget Management, Facilities, and Equipment Oversight</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and administer budgets for athletics in coordination with the Business Office and Dean of Student Development.</li><li>
Track expenditures, monitor grant-funded athletic components, and ensure fiscal stewardship.</li><li>
Supervise the inventory, purchase, maintenance, and rotation of all athletic uniforms, equipment, and team supplies.</li><li>
Coordinate facility scheduling, upgrades, and maintenance in collaboration with Physical Plant and Operations staff.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
7. Media, Communications &amp; External Relations</b></p><ul><li>
Serve as the primary spokesperson for the Athletic Department in response to external media inquiries and interviews.</li><li>
Collaborate closely with the college&rsquo;s Marketing and Communications team on all athletics-related press releases, branding, marketing materials, and social media coverage.</li><li>
Oversee internal content production (e.g., game recaps, team highlights, athlete spotlights) and ensure consistent branding across platforms.</li><li>
Strengthen alumni and donor engagement through athletic storytelling, recognition events, and campaign partnerships.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
8. Club Sports Program Development</b></p><ul><li>
Lead the design, launch, and growth of a competitive collegiate Club-sports program within athletics.</li><li>
Benchmark national and regional models to establish rules, recruitment pipelines, coaching roles, and team culture.</li><li>
Coordinate space, equipment, and software needs for an on-campus or hybrid Club-sports lab.</li><li>
Promote Club-sports as a strategic enrollment and retention initiative tied to emerging student interests and digital engagement.</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
9. Compliance and Student Engagement</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and implement inclusive recruitment strategies to attract diverse student-athletes, including those from historically underserved backgrounds.</li><li>
Create a team culture rooted in respect, anti-discrimination, and inclusive excellence.</li><li>
Support equity-intended trainings and collaborate with campus affinity groups and community partners.</li><li>
Leverage athletics to build school pride, student engagement, and community connection across all campuses.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
10. Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department, student service, orientation and general campus needs. Assist to maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.</b></p><p><b>
Salary Range:</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>
Three years of professional experience in athletics administration, coaching, student services, or related field. A Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Sports Management, Athletic Administration, Education or closely related field can substitute for one year of experience.</li><li>
Knowledge of NJCAA or similar collegiate athletics regulatory frameworks.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience supervising staff, managing budgets, and coordinating compliance.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>
Ability to travel, work evenings/weekends, and manage multi-campus operations.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Preferred Qualification</b></p><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree from an accredited college or university</li><li>
Experience in leadership and/or supervision appropriate to the assignment</li><li>
Experience working with intercollegiate athletics and knowledge of NJCAA/MCAC guidelines</li></ul><p><b><br>
Other Requirements</b></p><ul><li><p>
You must apply online and attach an electronic cover letter and resume to your online application in order to be considered for this position.</p></li><li><p>
All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment.</p></li><li><p>
In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)</b></p><p>
This position requires a flexible schedule to accommodate athletic events, meetings, and administrative responsibilities. Typical work hours vary and may include evenings and weekends.</p><p><b><br>
Telework (Yes/No)</b></p><p>
No</p><p><b><br>
About</b></p><p>
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a student-centered, open-access community and technical college within the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The college provides transfer, occupational and career programs, workforce training, educational outreach and life-long learning opportunities. The College is committed to accomplishing its mission: Dedicated to serving the varied educational needs of our diverse populations in affordable, accessible and supportive settings.</p><p><br>
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a comprehensive community and technical college with five southwestern Minnesota campuses: Canby, Granite Falls, Jackson, Pipestone, and Worthington and learning centers in Luverne and Marshall Minnesota. Students have the opportunity to earn an Associate Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in more than 60 disciplines.</p><p></p><p><b>
Benefits Information:
</b></p><p>At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.</p><p></p><p><b>
Desired Start Date:</b></p>
07-01-2026<p></p><p><b>
Position End Date:</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Open Date:</b></p>
03-30-2026<p></p><p><b>
Close Date:</b></p>
04-21-2026<p></p><p><b>
Posting Contact Name:</b></p>
Tricia Bueltel<p></p><p><b>
Posting Contact Email:</b></p>
tricia.bueltel@mnwest.edu</div>

Athletic Director

NCAA

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 POSITION SUMMARY: The Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations oversees the daily, internal operations of the athletic department. Demonstrating a willingness and capability to abide by Athletic Department, Eureka College, Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference (NACC), St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III rules, the Associate Director for Internal Operations oversees NCAA compliance and internal, daily operations, while also aiding the Director of Athletics as appropriate and assigned with regards to other tasks and special events. This position serves on the athletic department leadership team. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Monitor, update, and manage the Athletics Dashboard to ensure accurate roster information and provide that information to campus partners as necessary. In partnership with the Director of Athletics, plan and coordinate a vibrant and thorough student-athlete orientation. Oversee all NCAA Compliance related activities and clearance processes. In partnership with other departmental stakeholders, plan, coordinate, and execute gameday operations as well as special events. Coordinate with Admissions regarding special recruitment events in conjunction with home athletics contests. Serve on committees and operate as the department representative as required. In partnership with the Director of Athletics and other departmental stakeholders, oversee athletic facilities and coordinate their maintenance and improvement with the Director of Facilities. Aid in the coordination of all businesses processes within the department to include but not limited to: accounts payable, budget tracking, hotel reservations, and travel planning for teams and groups. Supervise all athletic department student workers. Coordinate with and oversee the Facility Coordinator for the planning and implementation for outside rentals, camps, and clinics. Serve as the point-person for the department when the Director of Athletics is not available. Assist the Director of Athletics with special projects as assigned. ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with the supervision, care for, and inventory equipment and facility. Maintain effective working relationships within the athletic department team and the College as a whole in order to contribute to the overall success of all sport programs. Positively lead and contribute as a member of the Athletic Department both internally, around the college, and to external groups. Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS: Manage and coordinate meetings as assigned. EDUCATION: Essential: Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree from an accredited four year college or university. Desirable: Master&rsquo;s Degree. EXPERIENCE: Essential: Experience in an athletic administrative role at the college level. Desirable: LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Valid driver&rsquo;s license. CPR, AED, and First Aid certification. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Knowledge of the inner workings of a collegiate athletic department. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to deliver knowledge to and instruct student-athletes and professional staff in an effective manner. Knowledge of safety and first aid techniques. Skill in identifying problems, evaluating alternatives and implementing effective solutions. Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with a diverse population. Ability to positively contribute to a team environment. Knowledge of basic computer applications and electronic mail. WORKING CONDITIONS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Work is routinely performed indoors, in office environments and in gyms, and other recreational environments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. Off campus travel is required. WORK SCHEDULE: Varies, evenings and weekends will be required and necessary to fulfill duties. TARGET SALARY RANGE: $60,000 to $70,000 annually BENEFITS: Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability &amp; AD&amp;D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of benefits, here https://www.eureka.edu/staff-faculty/human-resources
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 Eureka College is a member of the NCAA Division III, the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, and the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference. Focused on &ldquo;excellence in learning, service, and leadership,&rdquo; Eureka currently has nearly 600 students enrolled in 23 undergraduate degree programs. The College was named to the President&rsquo;s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for three consecutive years, rated No. 1 in the Midwest on the US News &ldquo;Great Schools, Great Prices&rdquo; best value list twice, and is cited as one of fifty national &ldquo;All-American Colleges&rdquo; by the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. Chartered in 1855 by abolitionists who were members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Eureka provides a non-sectarian liberal arts education and was the first college in Illinois and the third in the nation to admit men and women on an equal basis&mdash;equality of educational opportunity continues to be a focus of the College. Alumni include forty-two college presidents, seven governors and members of Congress, and the 40th President of the United States. The town of Eureka offers the ambiance of a small town combined with easy access to the amenities of metropolitan are...as. Eureka&rsquo;s mid-state region is Illinois&rsquo; largest business and commercial center outside Chicago. Nearby Peoria, Bloomington, and Normal, Illinois offer a wide range of cultural opportunities, with Chicago and St. Louis less than three hours away. Two private universities and a state university are within a 30 mile radius.
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Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations

Ponca City Public Schools

<div><p>Ponca City is seeking a teacher to serve as an extra duty Assistant to the Athletic Director. Assistant athletic director will also have coaching duties.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Ponca City Public Schools</b></p><p>
Job Description</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Assistant Athletic Director</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
Date:</b> July 1, 2016</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Reports to:</b> Athletic Director</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Supervises:</b> Students</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Qualifications:</b> Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate</p><p>
Current CPR Certification</p><p>
Current First Aid Certification</p><p>
5 Years Successful Experience as a Secondary Head Coach</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Job Goal:</b> Assists the Athletic Director to coordinate the district&rsquo;s athletic program.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Employment Terms:</b> 12 month contract</p><p></p><p><b><br>
FLSA Classification:</b> Exempt</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Evaluation:</b> Annually by Athletic Director</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Physical Demands: </b>This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA &ndash; it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.</p><p></p><p><i><br>
Regular Requirements: </i>Stand for extended periods; run, walk, jump; twist at the neck and trunk; bend at the waist; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; reach with hands and arms overhead, above shoulder and horizontally; lift/move up to 50 pounds</p><p></p><p><i><br>
Occasional Requirements: </i>Ability to administer CPR</p><p></p><p><i><br>
Visual Requirements: </i>Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus</p><p></p><p><i><br>
Hearing/Speaking Requirements: </i>Adequate to exchange information</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p><p>
Assists the Athletic Director with any of the following responsibilities:</p><br>
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Administers all aspects of the district&rsquo;s athletic program in compliance with the program budget, OSSAA rules and other regulatory guidelines.</li><li>
Recruits and recommends employment actions for all coaches, athletic employees, and volunteers pertaining to coaching duties.
</li><li>Promotes the district&rsquo;s athletic program in the school and the community through the development of brochures, press releases, etc. while ensuring compliance with Title IX and other applicable laws.</li><li>
Models and requires good sportsmanship of all coaches and players and fosters good school-parent relations.</li><li>
Ensures appropriate arrangements for all visiting teams&rsquo; use of district facilities.
</li><li>Attends all school meetings which may impact the athletic program.</li><li>
Supervises the care and maintenance of athletic equipment, materials, supplies and facilities. Orders repairs and replacement items as needed in accordance with the district&rsquo;s purchasing policies and budget.</li><li>
Assigns and track keys issued to staff for the use of athletic facilities.</li><li>
Attends and supervises all home sports activities or makes arrangements for administrative supervision as needed.</li><li>
Coordinates the use of the athletic facilities by the band, sports teams, and other individuals requesting use of the district&rsquo;s facilities in accordance with district policy and procedure.</li><li>
Ensures that students have an annual physical and receive the required annual health/injury notices. Maintains these and other appropriate records in student files, including insurance, and parent consent forms.</li><li>
Coordinates out of town activities with the appropriate school principal and transportation director at the beginning of each season.</li><li>
Coordinates with the appropriate school principal to plan an annual recognition program for school athletics and approves the awarding of athletic honors.</li><li>
Reviews and submits necessary forms to the payroll clerk to ensure prompt and accurate payment to all athletic department employees.</li><li>
Regularly participates in appropriate professional development opportunities.</li><li>
Complies with all federal, state and local laws, and board policies and procedures.</li><li>
Utilizes professional behavior in all school related interactions.</li><li>
Assumes leadership role in the orientation and in service training of coaching personnel and instructs coach staff on athletic policies and practices.</li><li>
Represents the School District in matters of interscholastic athletics with the OSSAA and Oklahoma Coaches Association.</li><li>
Schedules and organizes all athletic events.</li><li>
Contracts officials for all home contests.</li><li>
Develops and continues to evaluate appropriate handbooks, rules, guidelines, and regulations governing the conduct of athletic activities</li><li>
Establishes and enforces the physical, academic, and training requirements of eligibility for participation</li><li>
Supervises all ticket sales and fund-raising events of the athletic program, and assumes responsibility for proper handling of funds.</li><li>
Works with various booster clubs to ensure proper relationship between them and the District.</li><li>
To ensure continuity of services, remote work may be necessary in the event of a health crisis or disruptive situation that requires the closing of school and/or office buildings. An employee&rsquo;s eligibility for remote work will be determined by the superintendent of schools. Expectations and guidelines for remote work will be distributed by the employee&rsquo;s supervisor, based on his/her role and responsibilities.</li></ul><br>
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Performs all other tasks as supervisor may assign.</li></ul></div>

Assistant Athletic Director

Florida International University

<div><b>About FIU</b><p><br>
Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.</p><br>
<b>How To Apply</b><p><b><br>
Current Employee</b></p><p>
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in &quot;<b>My Applications</b>&quot;.
</p><p><b><i>To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.</i></b></p><p>
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.</p><ul><li><b><i>This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.</i></b></li></ul><br>
<b>How To Apply</b><p><b><br>
Prospective Employee</b></p><p>
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in &quot;<b>My Applications</b>&quot;.
</p><p><b><i>To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.</i></b></p><p>
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.</p><ul><li><b><i>This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.</i></b></li></ul><br>
<b>Other Information</b><br>
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Ability to work evenings and weekends.</li><li>
Ability to work flexible hours as needed.</li></ul><br>
<b>Pre-Employment Requirements</b><br>
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Driver's License Check</li><li>
Expanded Background Check</li></ul><br>
<b>Work Schedule</b><br>
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Begin time: 8:30 AM</li><li>
End time: 5:00 PM</li></ul><br>
<b>Advertised Salary</b><br>
$60,000 - $67,000<br>
<b>Job Category</b><p><br>
Administrative</p><br>
<b>Minimum Qualifications</b><p><br>
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four (4) years of experience or Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two (2) years of appropriate experience.</p><br>
<b>Job Summary</b><p><br>
Manages daily operations and financial impact of sport team activities in assigned area and oversees the coordination of travel for intercollegiate athletics Teams. Assists with the development and implementation of sports budgets and forecasting. Assists Coaches in the coordination, processing, and financial management of all travel and non-travel related activities.</p><ul><li>
Oversees and manages the day-to-day fiscal responsibilities of the FIU Athletics travel department for intercollegiate events, recruiting trips and away games.</li><li>
This role includes, but is not limited to implementing strategies, procedures, and processes based on best practices to improve operating standards.</li><li>
Creates Travel Authorizations and Expense Reports for travel activities of assigned sports/departments.</li><li>
Provides training and support to Directors of Operations for assigned sports for team travel and non-travel related financial responsibilities as well as auditing and reviewing work output.</li><li>
Coordinates and facilitates travel and expense training and workshop as requested. Adheres to all State of Florida, University, NCAA, Conference USA, and department rules and policies.</li><li>
Implements FIU policies and procedures in the day-to-day operations of assigned activities, included, but not limited to, team operation and travel, creating purchase orders, invoice processing, and proper record keeping and tracking.</li><li>
Oversees the development, implementation, and day to day tracking and forecasting of assigned sports budgets.</li><li>
Processes or initiates the creation of ID transfers, journal entries, approval of intercompany billing, and invoice processing.</li><li>
Utilize the University's Total Contract Management software for the initiation, processing and execution of contracts with vendors as needed.</li><li>
May represent the Senior Associate Athletic Director in committee meetings or matters related to sport operations/travel.</li><li>
Follow FIU procedures in the execution of purchasing requirements.</li><li>
Prepares financial analysis, reports, and metrics.</li><li>
Works with internal and external auditors as needed.</li><li>
Serves as the University's credit card holder and approver for departmental transactions. Adheres to University's credit card policies and procedures.</li><li>
Supervises and provides guidance to assigned staff.</li><li>
Assists with the development and implementation of the Athletic wide budget.</li><li>
Analyzes develops, and implements more streamlined and efficient processes for handling travel transactions within the current University systems, with a focus on reducing paper-based workflows and maximizing automation.</li><li>
Oversees travel related foundation reimbursement transactions process.</li></ul><br>
<b>Disclosures</b><p><b><br>
Clery Notice</b></p><p>
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.<br>
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To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).</p><p><b>
Pay Transparency</b></p><p>
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.</p><p><b>
Notice of Non-Discrimination</b></p><p>
FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email ocr@fiu.edu.</p><p><b>
Reasonable Accommodation Statement</b></p><p>
Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.</p></div>

Assistant Athletic Director of Business and Finance

Missouri State University

<div><div><div>Position Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Position Title</b></div> <div>Athletics Communications Specialist, West Plains</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Location</b></div> <div>West Plains Campus</div>
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<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>West Plains General Athletics</div>
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<div><div><b>HR Home Department</b></div> <div>040500 WP ATHLETICS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT</div>
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<div><div><b>Pay Grade</b></div> <div>41</div>
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<div><div><b>Proposed Salary</b></div> <div>$19.23 hourly</div>
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<div><div><b>Sponsorship Information</b></div>
<div>Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.</div>
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<div><div><b>Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?</b></div> <div>No, Position is available to all applicants.</div>
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<div><div><b>Appointment Type</b></div> <div>Full Time Regular</div>
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<div><div><b>Exempt/Non-Exempt</b></div> <div>Non-Exempt</div>
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<div><div><b>General Function</b></div>
<div>The Athletics Communications Specialist &ndash; West Plains is responsible for providing information to the public on specific and assigned intercollegiate athletics programs, assists the Director of Athletics &ndash; West Plains with public relations activities within intercollegiate athletics, and serves as a liaison between intercollegiate athletics and the media as required. The Athletics Communications Specialist &ndash; West Plains assists in the development and distribution of various publications for intercollegiate athletic programs, helps develop and maintain an effective presence with web and social media, and implements marketing, public relations, and promotional efforts in support of Grizzly Athletics.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Description of Primary Duties</b></div>
<div><b>ESSENTIAL</b><b> </b><b>DUTIES</b><b> </b><b>AND</b><b> </b><b>RESPONSIBILITIES</b><br>
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1. Ensures that information about the Campus&rsquo;s intercollegiate athletics programs is available to the public in a timely and effective manner by assisting in the planning, development, and execution of a comprehensive program of sports coverage which focuses on both competitive and non-competitive activities and includes information on student-athletes and teams in the University&rsquo;s intercollegiate athletics program.<br>
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2. Expands the opportunities for publicizing the University&rsquo;s intercollegiate athletics program by serving as a liaison between the University and the media, responding to requests from the media, as directed by the Associate Vice Chancellor for Marketing and Communications and the Director of Athletics &ndash; West Plains, for information regarding individuals and teams, initiating communications, as appropriate, with the media and providing information which could result in additional coverage of athletics, and coordinating media needs and reporting functions for assigned events so that material for publication or broadcast is available as desired.<br>
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3. Works with event coverage and promotion by performing duties as assigned in game analysis commentary on radio and/or television game broadcasts as well as streaming equipment for University athletic events.<br>
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4. Provides a comprehensive package of materials for public dissemination by assisting in the planning, development, and distribution of publications for men&rsquo;s and women&rsquo;s sports, including game-day programs for each sport which contain schedules, rosters, statistics, results, records, season outlook, and/or sketches on individual student-athletes, individual event programs containing an update of the material published in the respective media guides, schedule cards, schedule posters, ticket flyers, newsletters, alumni publications, special event publications, and other materials as needed.<br>
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5. Assists with a comprehensive and timely presence on the internet, including social media, for Grizzly Athletics programs.<br>
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6. Ensures that necessary individual and team statistical data for University teams and their opponents are gathered and reported on Presto as required by NJCAA, by communicating with sport coaching staff members, as necessary, for those competitive events which occur on or away from campus.<br>
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7. Assists in the maintenance of a close and effective working relationship between the coaches and other staff personnel within intercollegiate athletics by establishing priorities for completion of tasks in a wide variety of areas.<br>
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8. Promotes a positive image of the University by responding to inquiries and requests for materials from individuals and organizations, formulating replies or providing materials appropriate and consistent with University policies and guidelines presented in a manner favorable to the University, and serving as a spokesperson for the University on athletics related matters under the direction of the Associate Vice Chancellor for Marketing and Communications and the Director of Athletics &ndash; West Plains.<br>
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9. Promotes a positive image of the University through maintaining credible relations with various news media and other collegiate athletics communications offices.<br>
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10. Abides by and complies with National Junior Collegiate Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the NJCAA Region 16, and National Junior College Athletics Association Esports (NJCAAE) as well as the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) and NIRA Ozark Region rules, academic standards, requirements, and policies of the University, and all guidelines and policies of the Athletics department and reports any concerns of compromise or violation of rules, standards, guidelines or policies to the Director of Athletics &ndash; West Plains or the Assistant Director of Athletics, Compliance.<br>
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11. Maintains competency and professional currency through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as directed by the Director of Athletics.<br>
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12. Contributes to the overall success of Grizzly Athletics by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.</div>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Acceptable Qualifications</b></div>
<div><div><b>Education</b>: An associate&rsquo;s degree is required, with an emphasis in English, Business, Communications, Journalism, or Public Relations preferred.</div><div>
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<b>Experience</b>: At least one year of experience in a position performing related communications work; may include cumulative work experience as a graduate assistant, intern, or student assistant, preferably in athletics communication at the college level. An understanding of and experience with the web and social media is required. Experience in printing and publication design, and knowledge of radio and television sports broadcasting is preferred.</div><div>
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<b>Skills:</b> Strong oral and written communication skills, and effective interpersonal skills are required. Computer literacy, particularly in word processing, websites (Presto or similar), is required. Established sports journalism skills, particularly in the intercollegiate area, are preferred.</div><div>
Effort: Frequently required to lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 30 pounds.</div><div>
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<b>Other</b>: The scope of the position frequently requires extended workdays and work weeks, including weekends, and may include overnight, out-of-town travel, particularly during the fall and spring semesters to attend athletics events, league meetings, and workshops.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>Additional Qualifications</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Link to Job Description</b></div> <div>https://www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/5023.htm</div>
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<div><div><b>Open Date</b></div> <div>04/06/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)</b></div> <div>04/20/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div>Official transcripts will be required at time of hire.<br>
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Anticipated start date is 7/01/2026.<br>
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</div><br>
<div><div><b>Equal Opportunity Statement</b></div>
<div><b>Non-Discrimination Statement</b><br>
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Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.<br>
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This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.<br>
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The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, <b>Compliance@MissouriState.edu</b>, 417-836-4252.</div>
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<div><div><b>Background Check Statement</b></div>
<div>Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Detail
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>20260088FTS</div>
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<div><div><b>Quicklink for Posting</b></div> <div>https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/85840</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Athletics Communications Specialist, West Plains

UNC Charlotte

<div><div><div>General Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Vacancy Open to</b></div> <div>All Candidates</div>
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<div><div><b>Employment Type</b></div> <div>Permanent - Full-time</div>
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<div><div><b>If time-limited, note appointment end date</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Hours per week</b></div> <div>40</div>
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<div><div><b>Months per year</b></div> <div>12</div>
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<div><div><b>Position Number</b></div> <div>012499</div>
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<div><div><b>NC Salary Grade Equivalency</b></div> <div>NC10</div>
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<div><div><b>Classification Title</b></div> <div>Public Communications Spec</div>
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<div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>Associate Director of Social Media Strategy</div>
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<div><div><b>Salary Range</b></div> <div>$37,978 - $52,220</div>
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<div><div><b>Anticipate Hiring Range</b></div> <div>$37,978 - $47,473</div>
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<div><div><b>FLSA Status</b></div> <div>Non Exempt</div>
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<div><div><b>Division</b></div> <div>Athletics</div>
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<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Athletics (Adm)</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Unit</b></div> <div>Athletics Admin/Support</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Schedule</b></div>
<div>8:00 am &ndash; 5:00 pm; Monday &ndash; Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.</div>
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<div><div><b>Primary Purpose of Position</b></div>
<div>The Associate Director for Social Media Strategy reports to the Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing and Fan Engagement and is responsible for developing, overseeing, and maintaining all social media channels for Charlotte&rsquo;s 19 Division I athletics teams and the Charlotte 49ers&rsquo; main social media channels.</div>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Education/Experience</b></div>
<div>Required Minimum Qualifications:<br>
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.<br>
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Note: Some state job postings state you can qualify by an &lsquo;equivalent combination of education and experience.&rsquo; If that language appears above, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.</div>
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<div><div><b>Essential Job Duties</b></div>
<div>This position will provide an integrated strategy to advance Charlotte&rsquo;s Athletics brand through social media. Assists in the creation, implementation, and monitoring of strategic marketing campaigns via social media to generate greater awareness of the Athletics brand. Work closely with the Assistant Director of Marketing, Director of Creative Video, and Creative Services Director to produce content aimed at enhancing recruiting, fan engagement, and elevating the Niner brand.</div>
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<div><div><b>Other Work Responsibilities</b></div>
<ul><li>Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed by the Associate Athletic Director of Strategic Communications.</li>
<li>Adheres to NCAA compliance regulations, Conference Affiliation, and University.</li>
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<div><div><b>Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education</b></div>
<ul><li>Knowledge and experience with social media platforms and content creation.</li>
<li>Experience working in professional or university-level social media campaigns or sports programs</li>
<li>Computer experience, especially with desktop publishing (Adobe Creative Suite)</li>
<li>Must be able to work evenings and weekends</li>
<li>The duties and responsibilities of this position must be performed in a competent manner following the highest standards for leadership, professionalism, integrity, accountability, responsibility, cooperation, and customer service.</li>
</ul>
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<div><div><b>Necessary Licenses or Certifications</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Work Location</b></div> <div>Student Activity Center</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Posting date</b></div> <div>04/10/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Closing date</b></div> <div>04/26/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Proposed Hire Date</b></div> <div>05/11/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Contact Information</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Special Notes to Applicants</b></div>
<ul><li>If there is a document you feel is relevant to this position that you would like reviewed with your resume and application, you may upload it to the &ldquo;Other Documents&rdquo; section of the Applicant Documents.</li>
<li>The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report</li>
<li>The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.</li>
<li>Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.</li>
<li>UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div>

Associate Director of Social Media Strategy

Lake Forest College

<div><div><div>April 13, 2026<br>
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</div></div><div><p>Lake Forest College, located just north of Chicago, invites applications for the full-time position of <b><i>Assistant Sports Information Director/Director of Football Recruiting Operation</i></b><i>s</i>. This role provides a comprehensive opportunity for an individual passionate about working in collegiate athletics in a role that allows for creative expression, problem solving, and the opportunity to work with multiple-sports and student athletes across multiple platforms within a highly selective liberal arts environment. The Assistant Sports Information Director/Director of Football Recruiting Operations is responsible for creative content creation, sport coverage and management, and supporting the mission, goals, and procedures of the Department of Athletics and the College.</p>
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The position requires a strong on-campus presence, including significant evenings and weekends, and reports to the Director of Athletics.</p>
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We encourage applicants to submit a portfolio demonstrating sport related creative content and examples of writing in their application materials.</p>
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Key Responsibilities:
</b></p><p><b>Assistant Sports Information Director
</b></p><ul><li><b>Sport Coverage</b>: Football, Tennis (M/W), Women&rsquo;s Hockey, Men&rsquo;s Volleyball, Softball</li>
<li><b>Media Relations: </b>Serve as the primary contact for designated sports. Write and distribute press releases, game previews, and port-game recaps.</li>
<li><b>Game Day Management:</b> Oversee game-day statistics (Statcrew/Genius) for home events. Produce game programs, rosters, and media packets.</li>
<li><b>Website and Social Media:</b> Maintain the athletic department website (rosters, bios, schedules) and manage social media, providing live in-game updates.</li>
<li><b>Awards and Archives:</b> Nominate student-athletes for conference and national awards (eg. CSC Academic All-American). Maintain historical records and stats for all assigned sports.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Director of Football Recruiting
</b></p><ul><li><b>Recruiting Strategy: </b>Partner with the Head Football Coach to execute recruiting strategies, maintain prospect databases, coordinate campus visits, and manage communication to prospective student-athletes.</li>
<li><b>Creative Content and Branding:</b> Lead the creative direction of football graphics and digital media (social media, print, STORYIT E-Magazine, email campaigns) to enhance the program&rsquo;s reputation and attract prospective student-athletes.</li>
<li><b>Produce High End Visuals:</b> including personalized social media templates, mailers, and edit video for recruiting purposes. Work collaboratively with campus partners to ensure timely delivery and production of materials.</li>
<li><b>Social media:</b> Manage social media platforms for football to ensure a consistent, modern brand presence.</li>
<li><b>Student worker oversight:</b> Supervise and train creative media student interns/assistants.</li>
<li><b>Project Management: </b>Highly effective at managing competing priorities and driving multiple projects to completion simultaneously.<b>
</b></li></ul><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree</li>
<li>1-3 years of experience in collegiate or professional athletics (recruiting, creative services, or sports information).</li>
<li>High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects).</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of NCAA Compliance rules regarding recruiting and social media.</li>
<li>Excellent writing and editing skills.</li>
<li>Proficiency in statistical software (Statcrew/Genius) and website content management systems (i.e. Presto Sports/Sidearm).</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Salary and Benefits:
</b></p><p><b>Salary: $45,000-50,000.
</b></p><p><b>Benefits: </b><b>www.lakeforest.edu/offices-and-departments/human-resources/employee-benefits</b></p>
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Application</b></p>
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Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to </b><b>athleticsearches@lakeforest.edu</b><b>.</b></p>
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If you are interested in learning more about employment at Lake Forest College, please visit </i></b><b><i>Working at Lake Forest | Lake Forest College</i></b><b><i>.</i></b></p></div></div><p></p>

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