ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC COMMUNICATIONS

Position Information

Posting NumberSRGV8656

Working TitleASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ATHLETIC COMMUNICATIONS

Number of Vacancies1

LocationEdinburg, Texas

DepartmentAthletics

FTE1

FLSAExempt

Scope of Job

To generate maximum publicity and recognition for the department of intercollegiate athletics through strategic media relations. Ensure the University and its athletic achievements are presented in a consistent and favorable way to a wide-ranging audience in addition to performing duties related to providing a consistent and continuing public relations program for the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, primarily by maintaining a readily accessible, accurate and useful news and information service.

Description of Duties

Assists with the development and implementation of public relations strategies for the department of intercollegiate athletics and ensures press releases and other related items of interest are identified, developed, and posted on the department’s website.

Develops, promotes, and distributes news, stories, and information concerning the University’s intercollegiate athletic programs.

Directs post game media coverage for all assigned sports.

Plans, develops, and implements short and long-range event and game day strategies working closely with the external marketing and development staff. Directs updates to local, state, and national media inquiries to promote the image of the university, department, and / or assigned program(s).

Ensures athletic press releases and media relations publicity aligns with established University guidelines and are maximized both internally and externally.

Serves as an advisor and liaison to the head coaches and student-athletes for communications and media relations activities of assigned sports.

Serves as initial contact for media for assigned programs, providing information as required on routine matters.

Develops game day and sport specific publications including but not limited to media guides, game programs, game day notes for assigned sports.

Develops and writes press releases, news / feature articles and profiles of coaches, staff, and student-athletes and other related items of interest for internal and external audiences and stakeholders.

Assists with the maintenance of department’s website and social media accounts.

Assists with the maintenance of archival information, records, photos, statistics, etc.

Edits video highlights, interviews, and photos for the athletic website and social media for completeness and accuracy.

Develops, cultivates, and maintains working relationships with internal / external departments / agencies and other organizations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or sports management or a related field from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

None.

Licenses / Certifications

None.

Required Experience

Two (2) years of related experience in the athletic communications field.

Preferred Experience

Experience in collegiate athletics communications. Video editing, statistical software, and digital photography experience.

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment. Successful applicants will be knowledgeable in Statcrew / NCAA Live Stats, Final Cut, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign & Premier, as well as have some knowledge of HTML code.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; some travel, night and weekend work is required. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment across the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

Strong writing, editing, computer and oral communication skills are required. Strong communication and political acumen skills. Thorough, strong project management skills. Outstanding interpersonal and public relations skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse community and wide range of constituencies, including the corporate community and institutional marketing personnel. Fluency with both Mac and PC operating systems. Understand the nuances of game day presentation. Demonstrated knowledge of electronic sports news media needs. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with coaches, administrators, faculty, and students. Ability to work under the pressure of very tight deadlines. Ability to work a flexible schedule including frequent evenings and weekends to support events. Excellent collaboration and relationship building skills.

Physical Capabilities

N / A

Employment CategoryFull-Time

Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Position Available Date11 / 13 / 2025

Grant Funded PositionNo

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Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following :

• Date of Birth
• Social Security Number
• Gender
• Ethnicity / Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-8880 and / or careers@utrgv.edu.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Regulatory Affairs.

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Cover Letter / Letter of Application

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