Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary media contact for selected sports
• Maintain in-game and cumulative statistics
• Oversee student worker athletic communications staff on game days
• Write press releases, including game recaps, award announcements, and student profiles for amherst.athletics.edu
• Assist with the management of the department’s social media platforms and in the creation of photo and video content

Requirements

• Strong time management and organizational skills with an ability to work independently
• Excellent writing and editing abilities
• Working knowledge of intercollegiate athletics and their specific playing rules, NCAA regulations, and statistics
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work nights and weekends
• Successful completion of required reference and background checks
• An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check

Preferred

• Familiarity with Adobe Suite and statistical programs preferred