Assistant AD, Athletics Communication Job at Auburn University in Auburn

Overview

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Position Information

Requisition Number: S4713P
Home Org Name: Digital Marketing
Division Name: Director Intercollegiate Athletics
Position Title: Assistant AD, Athletics Communication
Job Class Code: BB73
Appointment Status: Full-time
Part-time: FTE
Limited Term: No
Limited Term Length:

Job Summary

The Assistant Athletics Director of Athletics Communications is responsible for developing and implementing the strategic communication efforts, primarily focusing on the Auburn Men’s Basketball program. This includes managing day-to-day publicity, coordinating with the media, and overseeing press operations. The position works closely with coaches, student-athletes, and staff to enhance and elevate the Auburn brand.

Essential Functions

• Leads the day-to-day publicity and communications efforts for the Auburn Men’s Basketball program.
• Designs, edits, produces, and distributes a wide range of media materials, including media guides, game programs, press releases, and digital content. Oversees media relations for the program, including award nominations and promotional campaigns. Coordinates outbound messaging and supervises communications staffing for men’s basketball, particularly on game days. Serves as the primary liaison to media representatives and maintains statistical records and historical archives for the program.
• Fosters strong, collaborative relationships with coaches, student-athletes, and key stakeholders to ensure open communication and effective coordination across the athletics communications strategy.
• Manages media relations for the Head Men’s Basketball Coach, assistant coaches, and student-athletes by preparing press materials, coordinating interview requests, and responding to media inquiries to ensure consistent public representation.
• Supervises assigned communications and administrative staff, providing guidance and oversight in the execution of communications plans for their assigned sports. Reviews content, assists with media relations strategies, ensures brand consistency, and coordinates coverage of events and digital content. Mentors staff to enhance storytelling and maintain high standards of accuracy and professionalism.
• Implements strategic media relations during crisis situations, ensuring timely and accurate communication to protect the Athletics Department’s reputation.
• Collaborates with External Affairs units to ensure cohesive messaging across platforms and initiatives.
• Oversees game-day communications operations, including issuing press credentials, preparing game notes, supervising the official stat crew and student assistants, and coordinating post-game reports.
• Leads efforts to promote Auburn teams and tell student-athlete stories. Builds relationships with media to highlight achievements and partnerships with campus, local, regional, and national media.
• May serve as communications lead for an additional sport.
• Will work nights and weekends as needed for events.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
• Ensures all communications comply with NCAA and SEC regulations in the performance of job duties.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, impacting students, communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to excellence in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtowns, top-ranked schools, and easy access to major cities and beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn fosters an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communication, Journalism, or related field
• 6 years of experience in public relations, media relations, and/or providing communications services

Minimum Skills, Licenses, And Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of marketing and communication theories, concepts, techniques, mediums, and strategies.
• Ability to write for various audiences and formats.
• Ability to work with high-profile individuals such as head coaches and student-athletes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, preferably in sports journalism or communications and mass media.
• Knowledge of news production and strategic social media marketing.
• Knowledge of SEC and NCAA rules related to media, outlets, and promotional practices.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with collegiate-level basketball teams and leading men’s basketball communication efforts at the FBS level, preferably at a Power 5 institution.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range: $69,490 - $125,090

Job Category: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing

Working Hours: 7:45a - 4:45p, M-F; nights and weekends as needed

City: Auburn, State: Alabama

Posting Date: 09/03/2025

Closing Date:

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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