Athletics Communications Assistant (Two Positions, Part-Time)

Athletics Communications Assistant (Two Positions, Part-Time)

Working Title: Athletics Communications Assistant (Two Positions, Part-Time)

State Role Title: Media Specialist I

Position Type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Intercollegiate Athletics

Department: 300055 - Athletics Communications

Pay Band: 2

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $15.00 per hour

General Information:

James Madison University, a Division I Member of the NCAA and Sun Belt Conference, is accepting applications for two Athletics Communications Assistant positions. The two positions will run through the 2026-27 academic year.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Athletics Communications Assistant will report directly to the Associate Director of Athletics Communications and will serve an integral role in the daily operations of the athletics communications office, which includes media relations and digital and social media coverage of all 18 Division I sports at James Madison. Each Athletics Communications Assistant will serve as a primary contact for assigned Olympic sports, as well as providing assistance with the football and men's and women's basketball programs. These roles will collaborate with communications and other external relations staff as it relates to their assigned spots, will create and distribute of game notes, previews, recaps, website updates and social media content, ensure compliance with all relevant institutional, Sun Belt and NCAA rules. Candidates must be highly motivated, energetic and be able to work in a collaborative team setting while also managing a schedule that requires nights and weekends.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Previous experience in an intercollegiate or professional sports team's communications office
• Possess good writing and editing ability and knowledge of AP writing style; attention to detail is essential
• Experience producing social media content on Instagram, X and Facebook, representing a brand or team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Adobe Creative Suite experience (Photoshop, InDesign and Premiere Pro)
• Knowledge of web software programs, game operations and various NCAA statistical programs
• Ability to work with professionals in multiple settings and varied backgrounds
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Additional Posting Information:

This is a part-time wage position working up to an average of 29 hours per week over the course of a calendar year with no benefits.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.jmu.edu/jobs/athletics-communications-assistant-two-positions-part-time-harrisonburg-virginia-united-states

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