Staff Assistant, Coordinator for Sports Information

Department Summary:

Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community dedicated to the lifelong success of all students, focused on the continuous improvement of its people, and responsible for leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and the world. Bridgewaters accessible environment of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking, pursuit of new knowledge, and deeper understanding, the cultivation of meaningful and diverse interpersonal relationships, and fostering an appreciation for global engagement, all aimed at transforming lives and improving the human condition.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our institutional values, which ensure that all students are supported and succeed.It is the mission of the Department of Athletics and Recreation at Bridgewater State University to provide varsity, intramural, club and recreational activities to address the needs, interests and capabilities of our students, faculty and staff. All activities are conducted with fair sportsmanlike principles as mandated by our various sports governing bodies. With service to our campus as a priority, our activities are intended to enhance and be a vital part of the total collegiate experience for all participants.

Position Summary:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Assists with the compilation and dissemination of all news and information regarding BSU athletics to various media sources and external stakeholders. Works closely with all staff in the Department of Athletics and Recreation to create content for the athletics website and social media channels, assists in the management of statistics and historical data on all intercollegiate programs, promote competitions and assist with game operations including livestreaming and gameday statistics.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to the Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Information

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Temporary, hourly and student personnel assigned to the area.

This is an APA unit position and is subject to the terms of that union agreement. This is a full-time, partially grant funded position with funding secured through August 1, 2028. An extension of the position will be contingent upon funding.

Position Type: APA Professional

Essential Duties:

• Assist in the coordination of intercollegiate athletics communication efforts, including news releases, gameday operations, and statistics collection.
• Assist in the management of the athletics website (bsubears.com) and social media platforms.
• Support the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Information in communications with the conference, regional and national level for assigned sports, serve as the primary contact for a select number of varsity teams.
• Responsible for gameday video stream and video production systems that include Presto Streaming, Boxcast, Hudl, and additional software.
• Assists in the submission of weekly statistical reports with the NCAA as well as numerous conferences as required.
• Assists in developing communications plan that will increase the visibility and brand for Athletic Department as well as the University.
• Assists in the capture of high-quality game day photography for use in web, social media, and promotional materials, ensuring timely delivery and visual consistency with institutional branding.
• Assist with the administration of BSU Athletics Hall of Fame.
• Work cooperatively with the Home Events Manager to coordinate management of home intercollegiate events.
• Assist the Office of Equal Opportunity /Title IX Coordinator office as a responsible employee with regard to incidents of sexual or gender-based harm or discrimination.
• Plan and implement assessment efforts that inform data driven decision making for the programs, services and activities within your core duties.
• Develop and implement intentional programs, services and activities within your core duties that will meet the unique needs of all student populations.
• Utilize diversity and social justice practices to promote student success as it relates to your core duties.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Sports Administration, Journalism, Physical Education or related field
• Two to three years experience serving as a collegiate Sports Information Director or on the staff of an athletic conference in its sports information department.
• Experience in web page design and maintenance
• Experience with PrestoStats, NCAA Live Stats or similar computer-based statistics package for game management
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as playing and practice season schedule dictates.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. with appropriate accommodation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Communications, Sports Administration, Journalism, Physical Education or related field
• Experience with personnel in game-day management a plus.

Salary Range: $57,000 - $60,000
Posting Number: S01321P
Open Date: 05/13/2026
Close Date: 06/14/2026
Open Until Filled: No