Assistant Program Director - Athletics (Strategic Communications)
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Nacogdoches, TX
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Communications
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July 8th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Stephen F. Austin State University is hiring an Assistant Program Director - Athletics (Strategic Communications). The role involves managing media relations and event coordination for assigned sports, promoting the athletics department and university through communications, and maintaining records and statistics. The position reports to the Assistant Athletics Director (Strategic Communications) and requires initiative and independent judgment within general supervision.
Highlights
Manage media requests and serve as primary media liaison for assigned sports.
Perform event management duties including press box organization and media coverage oversight.
Compile, maintain, and distribute sports statistics and records.
Use social media and video content to promote teams and events.
Develop and implement communications and media relations plans for athletic programs.
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, or related field required.
Minimum two years of related experience required; athletic media relations experience preferred.
Proficient with spreadsheet, database, statistical analysis, word processing, desktop publishing, and website content management software.
Must be able to work flexible schedules including evenings, nights, weekends, and travel with teams.
Position subject to background check and participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Assistant Program Director - Athletics (Strategic Communications) Full Description
Job Title | Assistant Program Director - Athletics (Strategic Communications) Full Time/Part Time | Full Time FLSA | Exempt General Job Description | This is a professional position responsible for telling the story of the student-athletes, coaches, staff, and department that helps to increase the exposure and awareness of the athletics department and ultimately the university. Responsible for performing event management for assigned sports, serving as the daily media liaison for assigned sports, and maintaining records and statistics. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Assistant Athletics Director (Strategic Communications). Essential Job Functions | 1. Serves as athletic communications representative and performs event management for assigned sports. a. Responds to and manages internal and external media requests for information, photos, and interviews with student-athletes, coaches, and other athletic department personnel. b. Serves as the liaison between the university as it relates to National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and conference media requests. c. Organizes press box and oversees all aspects of an event pertaining to media relations, including radio, newspaper, and television coverage. d. Compiles and distributes statistics, game notes, post-event scores, and stories. 2. Maintains records and statistics, including year-end summaries for all sports. 3. Serves as the daily liaison to local, regional, and national media to solicit and promote interesting story ideas for assigned sports. 4. Uses social media and video to promote teams, student-athletes, and upcoming events as directed. 5. Delivers the university’s and athletics department’s internal and external messaging as directed. 6. Assists in developing, directing, and implementing a communications/media relations plan for all sport athletics programs. 7. Assists in planning and implementing publicity associated with marketing and promotions projects and special events. 8. Coordinates and monitors the production of athletics publications, including designing, writing, and editing media communication tools. 9. Reviews and evaluates current media trends to determine implementation and best practices. Non-Essential Job Functions | 1. Adheres to all applicable NCAA, conference, and university rules and regulations. 2. Attends university, conference, NCAA, and other organizational meetings as assigned. 3. May be required to travel to various sporting events with teams. 4. Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
1. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, university policies and procedures. 2. Knowledge of, or ability to learn, policies, procedures, and guidelines established by the conference and the NCAA. 3. Knowledge of professional standards and trends related to area of responsibility. 4. Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, statistical analysis, word processing, desktop publishing, and website content management software. 5. Organizational skills in managing projects simultaneously while maintaining a satisfactory work product. 6. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. 7. Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time. 8. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships. 9. Ability to maintain currency of knowledge and skills. 10. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary. Physical Demands | Required Education | Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, or a related field is required. Required Experience and Training | Two years of related experience is required. Additional education may substitute for experience on a basis set forth by the Department of Human Resources. Preferred Qualifications | Experience in intercollegiate athletic media relations is preferred. Special Conditions for Eligibility | This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check. This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy. Min Pay Rate | Mid Pay Rate | Salary Information | Salary Grade - 11 Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting | Candidate must have the ability and desire to flex schedule as needed to cover events and travel. Is Background Check Required? | Yes Benefit and Retirement Eligibility | This position is eligible for participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. EEO Statement | Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | S2025-118 Candidates Eligible to Apply | Open to all qualified applicants Number of Positions Available | 1 Posted Date | 07/07/2025 Review Start Date | Close Date | Work Schedule | Open Until Filled | Yes Special Instructions to Applicants | Desired start date is August 1, 2025. Posting Quick Link | https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/13166
Contact Information
Contact Name | Jessica Dorsey Contact Phone | (936)468-3501 Contact Email | jessica.dorsey@sfasu.edu Contact Information |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Will you have earned a bachelor's degree prior to the start date of this position?
Yes
No
* What is your academic major/minor? (Open Ended Question)
* Which of the following best represents the number of years experience you possess relating to the job to which you are applying?
Less than two years
Two to three years
Four to five years
Six to seven years
Eight to nine years
Ten or more years
* Do you have experience with NCAA Intercollegiate Athletics?
Yes
No
* Please describe your experience in media relations, including any experience in intercollegiate athletic media relations. (Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience with NCAA intercollegiate athletics, including experience specifically with NCAA Division I athletics. (Open Ended Question)
