California State University-Dominguez Hills
Assistant Athletic Director, Sports Information & Communication
California State University-Dominguez Hills, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Assistant Athletic Director, Sports Information & Communication
Working Title:
Assistant Athletic Director, Sports Information & Communication
Department:
Athletics
Division:
Student Affairs
Classification Title:
Sports Information Professional II
Salary Range:
$5,178 - $7,543 per month (anticipated hiring range: $5,178 - $6,312 per month)
The final salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Position Summary Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President/Director of Athletics, the Sports Information Director serves as the primary media and communications liaison for the intercollegiate athletic program. The role develops strategic communications to promote student‑athlete and team achievements across all media platforms, maintains statistical records, and manages game‑day media operations. Responsibilities include writing, editing, and proofreading copy for print and electronic communications, collaborating with designers, photographers, coaches, and student‑athletes, and leading all game‑day sports information operations (statistics, live streaming, public address, and press box management). The director also serves as an athletic department representative to media contacts, cultivates media relationships, advises staff and athletes on media interviews, and mentors student assistants, interns, and graduate assistants.
Requirements: CA driver license (utilizing campus cart and occasional personal vehicle), ability to work evenings, weekends, and off‑campus venues, and some travel with teams.
Key Responsibilities
Write, edit, and facilitate feature articles in local, regional, and national newspapers and specialized publications.
Maintain strategic relationships with media personnel to secure exposure and relay game information.
Serve as liaison to the student newspaper for athletics inclusion and feature stories.
Produce, design, and print all schedules, posters, and calendars for CSUDH athletic events and disseminate to campus departments, local businesses, schools, and community groups.
Lead all game‑day sports information operations, including statistics, live streaming, public address, and press box management.
Execute and oversee online streaming for all home athletic games.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, sports management, public relations, or a related field.
Experience: At least 2 years in collegiate athletics communications, media relations, or equivalent.
CA driver license.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of sports rules and terminology, especially NCAA‑level sports.
Knowledge of game statistics and ability to accurately track and report.
Knowledge of CCAA and NCAA Division II rules and procedures.
Expertise in social media management across platforms (Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, etc.).
Statistical software proficiency: NCAA Live Stats, StatCrew, PrestoStats, or DakStats.
Understanding of copyright and other laws related to publications, news media, and radio/TV coverage.
Accurate compilation, computation, and reporting of game statistics for press releases and record books, operating relevant software and technology.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working within the California State University system.
Experience collaborating closely with coaches, athletic trainers, student athletes, and administrative staff.
Experience in writing and editing.
Experience working independently and collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Experience overseeing professional and student staff.
Background checks, including criminal records, are required for employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance and State Law.
California State University Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.
California State University Dominguez Hills is not currently sponsoring any positions for H‑1B employment visas. The person holding this position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act, as required by CSU Executive Order 1083.
Employees at California State University, Dominguez Hills shall abide by the Nondiscrimination Statement.
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Assistant Athletic Director, Sports Information & Communication
Department:
Athletics
Division:
Student Affairs
Classification Title:
Sports Information Professional II
Salary Range:
$5,178 - $7,543 per month (anticipated hiring range: $5,178 - $6,312 per month)
The final salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Position Summary Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President/Director of Athletics, the Sports Information Director serves as the primary media and communications liaison for the intercollegiate athletic program. The role develops strategic communications to promote student‑athlete and team achievements across all media platforms, maintains statistical records, and manages game‑day media operations. Responsibilities include writing, editing, and proofreading copy for print and electronic communications, collaborating with designers, photographers, coaches, and student‑athletes, and leading all game‑day sports information operations (statistics, live streaming, public address, and press box management). The director also serves as an athletic department representative to media contacts, cultivates media relationships, advises staff and athletes on media interviews, and mentors student assistants, interns, and graduate assistants.
Requirements: CA driver license (utilizing campus cart and occasional personal vehicle), ability to work evenings, weekends, and off‑campus venues, and some travel with teams.
Key Responsibilities
Write, edit, and facilitate feature articles in local, regional, and national newspapers and specialized publications.
Maintain strategic relationships with media personnel to secure exposure and relay game information.
Serve as liaison to the student newspaper for athletics inclusion and feature stories.
Produce, design, and print all schedules, posters, and calendars for CSUDH athletic events and disseminate to campus departments, local businesses, schools, and community groups.
Lead all game‑day sports information operations, including statistics, live streaming, public address, and press box management.
Execute and oversee online streaming for all home athletic games.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, sports management, public relations, or a related field.
Experience: At least 2 years in collegiate athletics communications, media relations, or equivalent.
CA driver license.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of sports rules and terminology, especially NCAA‑level sports.
Knowledge of game statistics and ability to accurately track and report.
Knowledge of CCAA and NCAA Division II rules and procedures.
Expertise in social media management across platforms (Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, etc.).
Statistical software proficiency: NCAA Live Stats, StatCrew, PrestoStats, or DakStats.
Understanding of copyright and other laws related to publications, news media, and radio/TV coverage.
Accurate compilation, computation, and reporting of game statistics for press releases and record books, operating relevant software and technology.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working within the California State University system.
Experience collaborating closely with coaches, athletic trainers, student athletes, and administrative staff.
Experience in writing and editing.
Experience working independently and collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Experience overseeing professional and student staff.
Background checks, including criminal records, are required for employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance and State Law.
California State University Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.
California State University Dominguez Hills is not currently sponsoring any positions for H‑1B employment visas. The person holding this position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act, as required by CSU Executive Order 1083.
Employees at California State University, Dominguez Hills shall abide by the Nondiscrimination Statement.
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