Assistant Athletics Director for Communications

Akron, OH (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Description

Essential Functions
  • 25% Direct the production of media guides, game programs and daily press releases.
  • 30% Attract national and regional media attention while encouraging game day coverage and improving media relations. Act as a liaison between the University and the media/public.
  • 30% Direct the day-to-day office operations and administer programs to improve the University's communication effort.
  • 10% Revise and correct written work while acting as the chief editor for various publications.
  • 5% Manage incoming calls for the purpose of responding to inquiries and resolving problems.
Education
Additional Position Information:
Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree.
Experience
Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience managing media communications and reporting sports information. Incumbent should possess excellent communication and computer skills including word processing and desktop publishing capabilities. Knowledge of intercollegiate athletics, statistics, related NCAA rules and regulations and news media is necessary. Prefer four years of experience.
Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.
Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.
Application Deadline: For best consideration, please apply by June 3, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt)
United States of America (Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if Applicable)
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Natasha Kuzmina
Email
nkuzmina@uakron.edu
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Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
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The University of Akron, is the region’s most influential public research university, contributing to the resurgence of the local economy, providing a workforce highly trained in diverse disciplines, and known for an innovative approach to higher education.With more than1 15,000 students and more than 200 associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate and law degree programs, UA offers career-focused and experiential learning that defines the polytechnic approach to education.UA brings together diverse disciplines in ways that provide students with life-long skills, internships and co-ops, opportunities for academic research, study abroad, on-campus student employment and service projects designed for diverse groups of learners, including full-time, part-time and online students, veterans, and adults returning to the classroom.

Akron, Ohio, USA
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