What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Athletics Communications position at University of the Incarnate Word?
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title Assistant Director of Athletics Communications
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Athletics Communication serves as the first point of contact for all official Athletics Department internal and external communications to include media inquiries. Position works closely with the Public Relations Department to ensure communications meet university standards. The Assistant Director of Athletics Communication reports to the Director of External Relations.
Benefits
UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.
Job Duties
Job Duty Name Essential Job Duties
Description Of Job Duties
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Bachelor’s Degree.
Required Work Experience
Master’s Degree.
Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations
Must have a valid drivers license, driving record that is insurable by UIW insurance carrier, and be at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW .
Work Hours
Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with extended hours as needed, especially during peak periods, to meet departmental goals.
Physical Demands
Posting Details
Posting Number AS2108PO
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Type Full Time
Job Category Administrator (exempt)
Desired Start Date 03/03/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to Director of External Relations
Salary $44,000-$47,500 Annualized
Open Date 01/28/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
N/A.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Position Information
Position Title Assistant Director of Athletics Communications
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Athletics Communication serves as the first point of contact for all official Athletics Department internal and external communications to include media inquiries. Position works closely with the Public Relations Department to ensure communications meet university standards. The Assistant Director of Athletics Communication reports to the Director of External Relations.
Benefits
UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.
Job Duties
Job Duty Name Essential Job Duties
Description Of Job Duties
- Manage full-time staff and graduate assistants across the communications.
- Work with all external departments to create a social media strategy and consistent messaging across all platforms, bringing to life the question, “Who is UIW Athletics?”
- Maintain the timely updates of the athletic web site at the conclusion of all athletic functions.
- Manage public relations for the athletic department in conjunction with UIW’s Office of Communications and Brand Marketing. Develop speaking points and prepare presentations for the Athletic Director.
- Hire game day personnel and student workers to record stats, media posts, etc.
- Supervise the writing and editing of all UIW Athletics press releases.
- Compile and update statistical records on a weekly basis and maintain archival fields for specific sports.
- Schedule, plan and executemedia luncheons and special activities, as requested.
- Coordinate the preparation and editing of postseason tournament brochures.
- Coordinate the organization of photo and media days for specific sports.
- Coordinate the press box and press row operations, including assembling game day stat crews. Coordinate the advance activities for all away games.
- Create and maintain a library of historical data, documents, information, and photographs. Make the historical information available to staff, coaches, student-athletes, alumni, etc. on request; create a statistical data bank on student-athletes and teams.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite; ability to effectively learn and use StatCrew and NCAA LiveStats.
- Superlative writing, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- A deep understanding of organizational branding and its importance.
- Strong creative vision and execution skills.
- Strong multitasking and project management skills.
- Detail-oriented and organized.
- Strong commitment to enhancing external relations team effectiveness through dependability.
- Strong skills in tact and discretion; ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Ability to establish structure during periods of change and growth.
- Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to follow the Mission of the University.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
- Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .
Bachelor’s Degree.
Required Work Experience
- Five (5) years of professional experience inthe field ofcommunications, marketing, public relations, and/or broadcasting.
- Two (2) years of experience serving in a lead or supervisory role in relevant field.
Master’s Degree.
Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations
Must have a valid drivers license, driving record that is insurable by UIW insurance carrier, and be at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW .
Work Hours
Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with extended hours as needed, especially during peak periods, to meet departmental goals.
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift up to 15lbs of event supplies to include reaching overhead, bending, and squatting to retrieve supplies.
- Ability to actively engage in events for extended periods of time.
- Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage faculty, staff, students, and and media as well as attend meetings on and off campus.
Posting Details
Posting Number AS2108PO
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Type Full Time
Job Category Administrator (exempt)
Desired Start Date 03/03/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to Director of External Relations
Salary $44,000-$47,500 Annualized
Open Date 01/28/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
N/A.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Salary : $44,000 - $47,500
