"Assistant Athletic Director, Sports Information"

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Assistant Athletic Director, Sports Information

FLSA Status
Exempt

Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with experience

Employment Status
Full Time

Department
Administration

Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for all aspects of electronic media and production and sports information related to the college’s intercollegiate sports.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Knowledge of trends, techniques and strategies related to sports information
• Proficient computer skills, automated scoreboard statistical scoreboard statistical software packages preferred
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
• Ability to effectively communicate with the media
• Ability to write, edit and/or develop articles, reports and publications
• Ability to effectively supervise student personnel
• Ability to travel as needed to cover athletic events
• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records and reports
• Ability to represent the ASU athletic department in the areas of fundraising efforts, home game events and within the university’s daily operations

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for the daily promotion of athletic teams
• Produce and manage content on official Alcorn Athletics social media sites
• Production of weekly press releases for each in-season sport
• Maintenance of statistical data for all sports
• Maintenance of historical records and data for all sports
• Develops daily and weekly contacts with local media
• Hires and supervises clock operators, statisticians, student worker, public address announcers, etc. for select sports
• Produces game day programs and maintains Athletic Web site.
• Serve as primary media contact for all sports
• Compile statistics for all in-season sports following events
• Supervise staff to provide game management for all sports
• Compiles and publishes Athletic Department Fact Sheets
• Coordinates and promotes athletic events on campus and in the community via use of social media.
• Other Duties: Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
General journalism and competent photographic skill preferred
Experience managing and promoting regional and national tournament helpful

Licensing and Certifications

N/A

Physical Requirements

• Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
  No
• Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
  Occasionally
• Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
  Frequently
• Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
  Occasionally
• Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
  Not Required
• Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
  Not Required
• Travel
  Frequently
• Extended Work Hours
  Frequently

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S1156

Number of Vacancies
1

Location
Lorman

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
08/27/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled
No

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Writing Sample
5. Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
6. Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
7. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)

Optional Documents

1. Multi Media