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Athletics

Job Summary

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Department Information

Athletics

Job Summary

Columbus State University, a Division II member of the Peach Belt Conference invites applications for the position of Sports Information Director. This position will perform all duties in compliance with all NCAA, Peach Belt Conference, and Columbus State University rules and regulations.

The Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Media and Communications (SID) reports directly to the Athletic Director and is responsible for all aspects of publicizing the 14-NCAA sport athletic program at Columbus State University. The SID is expected to coordinate and form relationships with members of the local media and provide them with an abundance of information regarding CSU athletics. The SID is also responsible for all published communication disseminated from the Athletic Department, especially brochures, media guides, press releases, and all athletic department website information. The SID is also responsible for managing all in-game operations for statistics, scorekeeping, public address, and timing of all athletic events. The SID also assists in all marketing and promotion efforts of the CSU Athletic Department.

Responsibilities

Significant Duties & Responsibilities include: Provide accurate and up-to-date information to the local media, fans and supporters of Columbus State University on a regular basis.; Edit and update content on the athletic website (csucougars.com) on a regular basis. This includes text, statistics, schedules, and photographs.; Coordinate media at all home athletic events, as well as coordinating all media requests for interviews, photo shoots, feature stores, etc. on a daily basis.; Ensure accurate collection of and dissemination of statistics and records for all sports.; Design, author, edit and disseminate all printed information released by the athletic department. This includes all publications, various letters, press releases, and web content.; Coordinate staffing of all press and statistical operations at home events to include public address, scoreboard, timing, statistics, and some promotional opportunities.; Assist in the overall daily operation of the athletic department, including consultation on computer and electronic issues.; Others duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in a related field

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications include: Masters degree preferred

Proposed Salary

The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $49,000 - $51,000 and includes full benefits.

Required Documents to Attach

Required Documents to Submit with Online Application

-   Cover Letter/Letter of Application
-    Resume
-    Unofficial Transcripts
-    Other document 1 - 3 references with names and contact information

All applications and required documents must be submitted using the Columbus State University's online employment site.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include: Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.; Must have experience designing publications, writing sports press releases.; Must be proficient with internet and web applications related to managing a athletic website.; Exceptional leadership skills.; Proven track record of consistently modeling positive behaviors at all times.; Strong follow-through skills, as well as, the ability to plan, organize, and control projects through to completion.; Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.; Willingness to travel nights and weekends; the ability to work effectively in a diverse community.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Justin Hay, Hiring Manager, via email at hay_justin@columbusstate.edu

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Institutional Values

Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

Position of Trust + Education

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