Assistant Director of Athletic Communications

Job Function:

Supports the Director of Athletic Communications in coordinating a comprehensive program of publicity for Kings Colleges intercollegiate athletic program via local, regional, and national print and electronic media.

Essential Elements:

1. Responsible for implementing a dynamic marketing plan for athletics, including both written and digital elements, as instructed by the Director of Athletic Communications.
2. Aids in the management of a robust student work force.
3. Provides game-day and pre- and postgame information and results for all Kings College athletic events to media representatives, including media representatives for visiting colleges.
4. Provides live coverage of all home athletic events where applicable, including live stats and video streams through the conference-wide network, MACtv, on Hudls Production Truck.
5. Serves as a liaison between the Kings College Athletics, the MAC, and the NCAA.
6. Compiles statistics for varsity athletic teams and distributes them to NCAA, MAC, and other organizations where appropriate.
7. In-game working knowledge of NCAA Genius Live Stats and StatCrew or Presto statistical software, with specific experience in football, basketball, and volleyball preferred.
8. Is responsible for the development and maintenance of the athletics pages on the Kings College website; knowledge of Sidearm-designed websites is desirable.
9. Consistently produces content for @KingsMonarchs on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, aligning with current social media trends to enhance the student-athlete experience as assigned by the Director of Athletic Communications.
10. Strong knowledge and experience in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, Boxout Sports, and/or Canva encouraged.
11. Collaborate with Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Communications, the athletic department, and coaching staff to develop and implement social media strategies with a specific emphasis on recruiting needs.
12. Prepares nominations and vote for various All-Conference, All-Region, All-American, and other academic and special awards.
13. Directs all activities in press box for home games; serves as official statistician for all home games; monitors and addresses professional conduct of all press-box personnel.
14. Work in collaboration with coaching staff as requested in their recruiting and graphic design needs.
15. Adhere to all NCAA and conference rules and regulations.

Required Skills, Training and Experience

1. Bachelors degree awarded from an accredited college or university (minimum credential).
2. Ability to operate a motor vehicle with a good driving record and be approved by the Colleges insurance carrier and Human Resources Department. This includes holding a valid US Drivers License.
3. Computer and technology software and systems proficiency and aptitude, including knowledge and use of Microsoft Office, NCAA Genius Live Stats, StatCrew or Presto, Sidearm websites, and Adobe software.
4. Valid clearances, including PA State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI Fingerprints are required.