Public Communication Specialist - 2675

Responsibilities

• The Assistant Sports Information Director must write proficiently and be capable of producing upwards of 10-15 press releases per week. Attention to detail is important and all written content must be accurate as it pertains to facts, statistics, grammar and spelling, as well as the use of Associated Press style. Special attention should also be taken to have written materials present UNC Pembroke in a positive light without misrepresenting factual components.
• The Assistant Sports Information Director must submit stories to all members included on the UNCP athletic media distribution list.
• The Assistant Sports Information Director is responsible for producing, editing, and designing a number of publications used by UNCP coaches and admission counselors in recruiting prospective students to UNC Pembroke.
• The Assistant Sports Information Director is required to utilize desktop publishing software. The design of UNCP publications must adhere to UNCP specifications as they pertain to colors and appropriate use of UNCP imagery. Having each publication accurate and edited meticulously is a high priority. Attending UNCP athletic events and recording statistical information.
• The Assistant Sports Information Director is required to attend UNCP athletic events and record statistical information. This information will require the use of software such as the Automated Scorebook for most sports and Kreider In-Tournament software for wrestling. The information compiled needs to be submitted to not only UNCP media outlets, but also to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Conference Carolinas. The accurate recording of statistical information is extremely important. In addition to submitting the information to the above organizations, all statistical information will be recorded in the UNCP Record Book, which will be updated annually.
• Responding to request for interviews or information from media – the Assistant Sports Information Director is responsible for responding to media outlets including newspapers, radio stations, TV stations, electronic media, and professional journals that make specific requests from UNCP. It is important that UNCP policies are adhered to in responding to these requests. Requests can range from scheduling interviews to providing statistical information.
• The position assists in all aspects of the sports information/athletic communications department as well as coordinating efforts in new media techniques/opportunities such as, but not limited to, audio/video streaming, video production and distribution. The selected candidate will serve as the primary media contact for many of UNC Pembroke’s 17 varsity sports and will assist with duties of other sports while also playing a main role in the hiring and supervision of interns and student assistants.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in communication/ journalism field with a minimum of two years working experience in a sports information office, or related field.
• Working knowledge of Stat Crew in-game statistical program required.
• Proficiency in desktop publishing software (Adobe Photoshop/InDesign and/or QuarkXPress) is required.
• Outstanding writing, communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Flexibility to travel and work nights and weekends is required.
• Ability to work on deadline and manage several tasks simultaneously required.
• Working knowledge of university, and NCAA rules and regulations preferred.
• Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation: None