Make a difference at one of Florida’s premier institutions for education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed.
JOB TITLE
Sports Information Manager
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Sports Information Manager supports the promotion and growth of Florida Polytechnic University Athletics through strategic storytelling, media relations, digital content development, and game-day communications operations.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and advance athletics communications initiatives across digital, social, web, print, and video platforms
- Collaborate with the Strategic Communications team and athletics staff to develop content
- Serve as the primary gatekeeper in Athletics for University brand standards, copyright, and NAIA/Sun Conference compliance
- Serve as the primary athletics media contact for local, regional, and national media outlets
- Act as the official representative to the NAIA Sun Conference
- Proactively solicit and promote student-athlete honors
- Maintain accurate historical records, statistics, and files for all varsity sports
- Direct the daily operations of athletics website
- Coordinate game-day communications operations
- Curate and execute a high-impact social media strategy
- Oversee the creative direction of live video streaming and produce promotional content
- Produce professional game programs, previews, recaps, and statistical reports
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Sports Management, or a related field, or 3 years in a related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Sports Management, or a related field
- 3 years of experience supporting collegiate athletics communications operations
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of NAIA and Sun Conference compliance requirements
- Experience with athletics statistics software and live-stating software
- Excellent communication skills
- Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite
NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; occasional overtime (weekends and evenings) may be required.
TARGET HIRING SALARY: $59,500 - 63,000, commensurate with experience.
Location/Work Model: Full-time/On-site
