Assistant Athletics Director, Media Relations (Internal Only)

Closes: Wednesday, November 13, 2019

(Job #19-74) Public Affairs/Communications Specialist III, Assistant Athletics Director, Media Relations, $4,104-7,425/month. Appointments are typically made at the beginning of the salary range. This is a full-time, benefited, 12-month pay plan permanent position with a one-year probationary period in the Department of Athletics. This position comes with an extensive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, CalPERS retirement, Fee Waiver eligibility (reduced tuition on most CSU system classes), life insurance, and voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts. Additional benefits infor-mation can be found at https://hraps.humboldt.edu/employee-benefits. This is an internal-only recruitment open only to current HSU employees. Humboldt State University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution that strives to foster an inclusive and equitable commu-nity to support our students of diverse backgrounds. HSU is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality committed to working in a multicultural and multi-racial community that reflects the diversity of the state. Additional information about Humboldt State University can be found at www.humboldt.edu. Position Summary: The incumbent is responsible for all functions involving media relations, in -game event management, maintenance of historical records, and NCAA-mandated statistics for all assigned intercollegiate teams; responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with relevant internal and external constituents to ensure that the public receives relevant, timely, and desired information about the intercollegiate athletics program; and assists in providing strategic direction in developing communication, marketing, and public affairs plans to support long-term objectives of the Athletics Department while increasing the visibility of the University's athletic programs. Duties:

Performs varied communication assignments related to public and media relations and athletics marketing in-cluding assisting in the development of media relations plans.

Coordinates press conferences as needed (special event, postgame); coordinates media needs before, during and after events.

Produces weekly sports updates and distributes them electronically to opponents, media, fans, and staff; main-tains department website.

Writes press releases, post-game stories, student-athlete signings, awards, new hire announcements, rankings, etc. for assigned sports; maintains photo files of coaches, staff, and student-athletes for use in brochures, on the web, and in the media; pitches feature story ideas to local, regional, and national media outlets. Produces and implements creative marketing content, video, social media and website campaigns for the Department of In-tercollegiate Athletics.

Oversees production of record books, including research, writing, editing, layout and design; produces game-day programs, scorecards, and inserts; monitors, maintains and updates all-time statistical record database.

Produces marketing content for game day programs, news releases, websites, ticket brochures, fundraising flyers, camp brochures, print advertising, and other campus publications that promote intercollegiate athletics; designs brochures and flyers for camps, clinics, and other department fundraisers.

Provides reports of daily, weekly, and yearly statistics to CCAA and NCAA; generates game statistics using computer-based programs.

Facilitates interaction with coaches, student-athletes, media relations, and administrators.

Provides lead coordination of award programs, including nominating student athletes for Player of the Week and post-season awards.

Provides lead work direction to staff and on-site work direction to student assistants at home contests, which includes game day event management and coordination of duties.

Develops campaign themes and designs the corresponding collateral materials. Coordinates social media (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram etc.) as it pertains to marketing and promotions; coordinates the distribution of marketing materials to sponsors, local vendors and University departments; and helps develop and implement in-game promotions.

Performs other secondary duties as assigned.

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Duties take place in an office setting located at Humboldt State University, with additional duties performed both indoors and outdoors in various locations on- and off-campus as it relates to coordinating and supporting events and programs. As an exempt employee, the incumbent has some flexibility in setting their schedule, however, the in-cumbent must be available during regular campus hours Monday through Friday to meet the operational needs of the campus and department. Some evening and weekend hours are required and will be specified by the supervisor to meet operational needs. Incumbent will travel (by air, bus, automobiles) to conference, regional, and national post-season events with teams, as well as overnight stays away from campus. The incumbent must maintain regular and acceptable attendance to athletic events at such levels as the Athletic Director determines. This position requires, with or without reasonable accommodations, the ability to frequently sit, move or stand to work in office and game facilities, be at a computer for 6-8 hours per day, occasionally reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop and kneel and lift objects of up to 50 lbs in weight. The incumbent must also possess or be able to obtain a valid California Driver's License. Minimum Qualifications: Entry into the Public Affair s / Communications Specialist classification requires knowledge of the fundamentals of public affairs and media relations, and some exposure to marketing and market-ing research. This background normally is obtained through a college degree, which includes relevant coursework in the field, AND up to two years of related professional or technical experience. Additionally, work at position skill level III (Public Affairs / Communications Specialist III) requires the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below, which would normally be obtained through three additional years of related professional or technical experi-ence. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of communication, public affairs, media, marketing, and/or media relations theories and concepts in order to develop and execute communication strategies and plans to promote the University's Athletics Department.

Expert knowledge of university communication objectives and ability to translate them into effective commu-nication and media campaigns, along with expert writing, editorial and verbal communication skills with a solid foundation in the composition of various communication vehicles are necessary for success in this role.

Solid computer skills including, but not limited to, advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Intermediate skills with desktop publishing software (such as lnDesign, Photoshop, and video editing software such as iMovie, Adobe Premiere and Adobe After Effects).

Thorough knowledge of and ability to use effectively media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, HootSuite). Experience with Stat Crew, NCAA Genius, Blue Frame, Next Gen, SIDEARM, VidSwap, Vol-leyMetrics, and/or Livestats.

Thorough knowledge of applicable copyright and other laws pertaining to publications and the news media

Ability to understand issues from a broad, strategic perspective.

Comprehensive knowledge of and ability to apply standard marketing principles.

Ability to apply appropriate statistical techniques and methods to conduct research.

Knowledge of interview techniques and the ability to define and deliver media messages.

Ability to effectively manage media relations and apply effective media strategies and techniques.

Demonstrated ability to market story concepts to university officials and media outlets.

Comprehensive knowledge of marketing and research techniques and methods.

Ability to perform detailed work with accuracy under time pressures.

Ability to provide lead work direction.

Expert networking and interpersonal skills including strong consultative and persuasive skills to work with internal and external constituents and the media.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective inclusive working relationships amongst diverse popu-lations including staff, faculty, administration, students, and other internal and external constituents.

Must be able to accept constructive feedback and work cooperatively in group situations. Preferred Qualification: Five or more years of collegiate athletic media relations exper ience

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Application Procedure: To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following mater ials via Interfolio (link below):

Letter of Interest

Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Contact information for at least three professional references

HSU Employment History Form (HSU Employment History Form: https://forms.humboldt.edu/employment-history-form)

CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW: http://apply.interfolio.com/70882 (NOTE: Download the HSU Employment History Form and save it as a PDF file prior to filling it out. If the form is filled out on line (accessed via a web browser), content WILL NOT be saved). Application Deadline: The deadline to submit application mater ials is 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Novem-ber 13, 2019. To be notified in the event this recruitment re-opens for a subsequent review of applications, send an email to careers@humboldt.edu that includes the job number (19-74) and applicant’s last name in the subject line of the message. Humboldt State University sits on the traditional homelands of the Wiyot people in what is currently called Arca-ta, CA. The Wiyot people call the area Goudi’ni (over in the woods). HSU was the first campus in the California State University system to offer a stand-alone major in Native American Studies. HSU is committed to enriching its educational environment and its culture through the diversity of its staff, facul-ty, and administration. Persons with interest and experience in helping organizations set and achieve goals rela-tive to diversity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information. Incorrect or improperly completed applications will not be considered for vacancies. Any reference in this announcement to required periods of experience or education is full-time activity. Part-time experience or education--or activities only part of which are qualifying--will receive proportionate credit. In accordance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements, preference may be given to the campus applicants covered by these agreements. However, positions are open to all interested applicants, both on and off campus.

Class Code: 0800

Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) is required prior to the appointment date. A background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Adverse findings from a background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Publication Date: October 30, 2019

Humboldt State University is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality reflecting the ethnic and cultural diversi-ty of the state. Additional information about Humboldt State University can be found at www.humboldt.edu. Humboldt State University is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Compliance with the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 (EO 1083) is a condition of employment. CSU employees in positions with duties that involve regular contact with children or positions which supervise such employees are designated as Mandated Reporters under CANRA and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in EO 1083. Upon appointment to this position, the successful candidate(s) will be notified of and required to acknowledge their CANRA reporting status. Additionally, all CSU staff and faculty receive training annually on their obligations in responding to and reporting incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. You will be notified by email when you are required to take this mandated training.