Associate AD of Athletic Communications

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​Benefits of Working at UNCW

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Want to become a soaring

UNCW

Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.

Employees of

UNCW

are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at

UNCW

or any other university within the

UNC

System. In addition,

UNCW

covers the cost of tuition and fees for one

UNCW

course each summer session.

As a full time employee,

UNCW

also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.

We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy , and the employee assistance program , many of which are offered free of charge.

Working Title

Associate AD of Athletic Communications

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/32493

Vacancy Number

E1177

Position Number

8267

Location of Workplace

Main UNCW Campus

Home Department

Athletics - 25900

Division

Chancellor - 25000 Division

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Associate AD of Athletics Communications will:

Work collaboratively with senior leadership around the development of strategies for public relations, media relations/sports information, brand management, creative services, website management, marketing, and social media strategies.

Manage/lead the Athletic Communications team.

Independently direct, develop timelines, assign personnel, and manage the successful completion of multiple, concurrent projects.

Direct the review, planning, and implementation of all Athletic Communications Office policies and determine appropriate levels of accountability.

Develop and administer the Athletics Communication Budget.

Advise/contribute to the development and implementation of strategies that align with the university’s strategic plan.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment and 5+ plus years of related experience or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Master’s Degree with at least five years of experience in a related field.

Prior management experience with ability to lead, develop, and mentor employees.

Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills combined with the skill in interacting with diverse department, University and community constituencies.

Ability to strategically manage, direct and complete multiple projects and assignments concurrently.

Extensive writing, editing, desktop publishing, website and social media skills.

Ability to develop and disseminate information with sensitivity and urgency under tight deadlines.

Knowledge of

NCAA

rules and regulations with practical, hands-on experience in applying Division I regulations.

Required Certifications or Licensures

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The

UNCW

Department of Athletics sponsors 19 varsity sports and competes in the

NCAA

Division I as a member of the

Coastal Athletic Association.

UNCW

Athletics primary purpose is to produce a competitive and successful sports program while abiding by

NCAA

,

CAA

and institutional rules and regulations.

UNCW

Athletics has a strong commitment to gender equity and diversity, while promoting a greater sense of integrity, leadership, sportsmanship and ethical behavior to the overall campus dynamic.

College/School Information

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability,

UNCW

offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students,

UNCW

offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-

BSN

program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned

UNCW

the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW

has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

EEO Statement

At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (

UNCW

), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

UNCW

believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

UNC

Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings

Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants

PLEASE

NOTE

: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the ‘Work History’ section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Months Per Year

12 Months

FTE

1.0 (40 hours per week)

Type of Position

Permanent

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions

Job Posting Date

06/18/2024

Posting Close Date

06/28/2024

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of 3 Professional References Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity with UNCW? (2024)

   • UNCW Website
   • UNCW LinkedIn Page
   • UNCW X Account (formerly Twitter)
   • UNCW Employee Referral
   • UNCW Instagram Account (UNCW_jobs)
   • UNCW Job Alert
   • Chronical of Higher Education
   • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
   • Glassdoor
   • Higher Ed Jobs
   • Hispanic Outlook
   • Indeed
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • North Carolina Job Network
   • Women in Higher Education
   • Craigslist
   • Career Events/Job Fairs
   • Billboards/Marquee
   • Other

2. * If you selected "Other" to the question above, please explain how you found out about this opportunity. Enter N/A if not applicable.

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