Job Description

This position provides direction and supervises The Reporter student newspaper, including student staff and all business operations of the publication. The Assistant Director works to connect the journalism of the student publication with student learning by liaising with academic departments and faculty as well as other departments and staff throughout the Division of Student Affairs & Enrollment Management as well as the rest of campus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, media, or business-related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in journalism or media position.

Preferred Qualification

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Demonstrated experience in news gathering, reporting and publishing in various media formats.
• Experience in program planning and development.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Well-developed problem solving and leadership ability.
• Direct experience addressing customer concerns in an expedient manner, utilizing effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience using data to inform strategic decisions.
• Experience in the area of budget development and implementation.
• Demonstrated technology background with working knowledge of publishing and news gathering software and hardware.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise others.
• Master's Degree in higher education, student affairs, or media related discipline