Director of Athletic Communications

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• Location100 N East Ave, Waukesha, WI, 53186, United States
• Job CategoryAthletics
• Employee TypeAdministrative Staff

Description

Director of Athletic Communication

Description:

At Carroll University, we are committed to identifying and employing strategies to support our goal to be and remain a socially just organization. Rooted in the Presbyterian (U.S.A.) heritage, we respect all aspects of diversity, embrace the practice of equity, expect inclusion, and embrace belonging throughout our community. Therefore, we seek applicants who can demonstrate their understanding of justice and who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population.

• Assist the Carroll Athletic Marketing staff in the development, coordination and implementation of marketing, promotional and fan experience efforts for all 23 sports, and any specific sport or event to which you are assigned.

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• Location100 N East Ave, Waukesha, WI, 53186, United States
• Job CategoryAthletics
• Employee TypeAdministrative Staff

Description

Director of Athletic Communication

Description:

At Carroll University, we are committed to identifying and employing strategies to support our goal to be and remain a socially just organization. Rooted in the Presbyterian (U.S.A.) heritage, we respect all aspects of diversity, embrace the practice of equity, expect inclusion, and embrace belonging throughout our community. Therefore, we seek applicants who can demonstrate their understanding of justice and who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population.

• Assist the Carroll Athletic Marketing staff in the development, coordination and implementation of marketing, promotional and fan experience efforts for all 23 sports, and any specific sport or event to which you are assigned.
• Develop full-scale marketing plans and fan experience menus for sports as needed and assigned.
• Assist with managing public address announcers, coordinating music, video board elements, cheer squad, pep band, and other marketing needs to direct the flow of games, events and promotions as needed.
• Fulfill sponsored elements such as logo exposure, PA announcements, promotions, and events.
• Improve the atmosphere at each event through the use of games, giveaways, contests, trivia and music, etc.
• Promote athletic events and communicate promotions within the residence halls, Greek system, student body, etc.
• Assist in managing community outreach efforts to promote marketing programs to the Waukesha community.
• Provide assistance in creating content, managing daily operation, and scheduling of social media platforms.
• Serve as the primary contact for assigned sports.
• Developing full communications plans, identifying news stories, arranging interviews and promoting the program through all available outlets.
• Creating and publishing digital content for assigned sports, including written, photo and video content.
• Assisting with daily posting on social media platforms for assigned sports.
• Keeping statistical records; providing real-time data entry during live events and archiving statistics for historical reference.
• Updating content, such as bios, rosters, schedules, statistics, press releases, articles, blogs, etc. on gopios.com.
• Serve on the Carroll Golf Outing Committee, the athletic department's major fundraiser.
• Attend all conference-mandated workshops/meeting in the fall, spring and summer.
•  Assume all duties associated with SID's, according to CoSIDA (College Sports Information Directors of America).
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree(required)
• Master’s degree (preferred)
• Knowledge of and compliance with the NCAA Division III mission and philosophies (preferred)
• Ability to manage and train staff. Proficient in Stat Crew and NCAA Live Stats Budgeting background (preferred)
• Excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills, whether dealing with individuals or groups and an ability to work well with different constituents.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude towards the University and its intercollegiate programs is essential.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Human Relations Skills:

• The ability to enthusiastically and positively promote the University and its intercollegiate program is essential.
• Ability to function effectively with the coaching staff and campus community as a team player.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Sensitivity to the needs of students and an understanding of their educational goals.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model to student-athletes and to demonstrate productive, professional behavior at all times.
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, ability, socio-economic background, or job type.

Computer Skills:

• Excel Spreadsheet.
• Understanding budgeting and budget management.

Requirements

As part of your application, please submit  a cover letter, CV and examples of teaching effectiveness. If you have past course evaluations, please submit several that demonstrate your teaching effectiveness. In lieu of course evaluations, a letter from your current supervisor attesting to your skills in the classroom environment.

Carroll University makes employment opportunities available to qualified individuals whose skills and experience make them suitable candidates for placement. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Carroll University does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran's status in administration of programs or in the employment of faculty and staff.

The employment opportunities list is updated periodically based on openings.  Applications will be accepted only for vacancies currently listed.  All inquires will be kept strictly confidential.

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