Director, Sports Communications

Responsibilities

• The Director of Athletics Communications serves as the primary communications and media relations professional for the College’s Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.
• This position coordinates and implements communications activities that promote the College’s athletic programs, student-athletes, coaches and events; supports positive media coverage and public awareness; and ensures accurate, timely and consistent information is communicated to internal and external audiences.
• The Director works collaboratively with Athletics leadership and appropriate College departments to support the College’s mission, strategic priorities and communications standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education in sports journalism, sports administration, public relations or related field.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in collegiate athletics communications, sports information, media relations, public relations, communications or a related field.
• Experience working in a college or professional sports information office/communications environment, including knowledge of statistical and publishing software and website or digital content management.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to independently travel to various campuses and other locations for College business.
• Demonstrated proficiency using a personal computer, office software such as Microsoft Office and electronic mail.

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance options to meet your needs
• Generous paid time off includes vacation, sick, personal, holidays, and winter & spring breaks
• Florida retirement membership (FRS)
• Educational and professional development opportunities for you and your dependents