Assistant Director of Athletic Communications

Auburn University at Montgomery

Montgomery, AL

Posted Date: Aug 29, 2025

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QUALIFICATION

Salary Expectation
Unknown
Years of Experience
1+ Years
Work Type
Full-time

ABOUT PROGRAM

Auburn University at Montgomery
AUM Athletics, Athletics Wikipedia Page

Athletic Director

Conference

Gulf South (DII)

SPORTS/DEPARTMENT

Communications Marketing

About the Job

Job Description

Position Information

Vacancy Number:

S-01232

Position Title:

Assistant Director of Athletic Communications

Classification Title:

Department:

Athletics

Position Information

Vacancy Number:

S-01232

Position Title:

Assistant Director of Athletic Communications

Classification Title:

Department:

Athletics

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Review of applications will begin immediately, with a best consideration date of ten days (September 8, 2025) from initial posting.

All documents must be submitted through the online application system. No credentials, emails, or phone calls will be accepted by the Director of Athletics or search committee members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Auburn University at Montgomery Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented professional for the role of Assistant Director of Athletic Communications position. The position is full-time and will report to the Director of Athletic Communications. The candidate selected to fill this position will be responsible for the following:

The candidate selected to fill this position will be responsible for the following:

Serve as media contact of sports assigned by the Director of Athletic Communications
Assist in the daily maintenance of the AUM Athletics website
Ensure consistent branding across platforms and that information about the University’s intercollegiate athletics programs is available to the public in a timely and effective manner
Input game statistics for assigned sports and contests assigned by the Director of Athletic Communications
Assist with creating graphic and video content for all social media accounts sponsored by the Department of Athletics
Assist with the production of video streaming and instant replay of athletic department contests, as well as maintenance of all streaming and replay equipment
Attend all assigned university sporting events
Disseminate athletic department information to various media outlets (print, television, radio, internet, etc.)
Develop and maintain cordial, professional relationships with university, community representatives and media, in order to encourage the promotion of the University’s athletics programs
Ensure proper records and statistics for assigned sports are kept in an orderly manner for historical as well as daily information requests
Assist with the creation of publications such as record books, fliers, invitations, special brochures and any University athletic event programs
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletic Communications, Associate Director of Athletics for External Affairs and Director of Athletics

As a part of the job responsibilities associated with this position, knowledge of rules and regulations set forth by the NCAA and Gulf South Conference should be maintained, reviewed and practiced to ensure compliance relative to those applicable duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The candidate should possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Knowledge of acceptable marketing/promotion techniques
Knowledge of statistical software (NCAA Genius, Presto, Statcrew, etc.)
Knowledge of graphic design and publication software (Adobe Creative Suite, Gipper, BoxOut, etc.)
Knowledge of video streaming platforms and video editing software (FloSports, BlueFrame, etc.)
Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures
Skill in making written and oral presentations.
Skill in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to communication with various audiences, both orally and in writing

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year institution. One (1) year of related experience in college athletics communications or sports journalism.

Preferred Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of NCAA Genius and Presto Sports Statistical software, Adobe Creative Suite, BlueFrame Technology Video streaming platform, FloSports and graphic design capabilities.

Job Open Date:

08/28/2024

This posting will remain open until closed:

Yes

Job Close Date:

About the University/College

Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) is a NCAA Division II institution located in Montgomery, AL with membership in the Gulf South Conference. AUM is a fast-growing university with a department of athletics that currently supports 12 NCAA sponsored sports.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY AT MONTGOMERY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Human Resources/ Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the AUM community.