Associate Director of Sports Communication

Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeastern Louisiana University.

Southeastern Louisiana University's Athletic Department invites applications for the position of Associate Director for Sports Communications. The Associate Director for Sports Communications leads and manages the communications strategy for assigned athletic teams. This role oversees all media and public relations, social media, and creative content creation to enhance the university's brand and student-athlete reputations. The successful candidate serves as a primary spokesperson and liaison to the media and public, responsible for crafting compelling narratives and building strong relationships with journalists. Additionally, this position acts as on-air talent for live radio and online broadcasts, providing play-by-play commentary and color analysis, and involves supervising student workers and interns.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.  Interpersonal communication skills to interact effectively with a variety of clients, support staff, and external media.
The ability to accept feedback as part of the creative process.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Master’s degree from an accredited university. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations with continuing education or professional NCAA work experience.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong attention to detail and thorough understanding of branding/identity standards 
Highly organized and multi-task orientated with strong attention to time management
Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, oral, and written communication skills.
Strong leadership skills

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeastern Louisiana University.

Southeastern Louisiana University's Athletic Department invites applications for the position of Associate Director for Sports Communications. The Associate Director for Sports Communications leads and manages the communications strategy for assigned athletic teams. This role oversees all media and public relations, social media, and creative content creation to enhance the university's brand and student-athlete reputations. The successful candidate serves as a primary spokesperson and liaison to the media and public, responsible for crafting compelling narratives and building strong relationships with journalists. Additionally, this position acts as on-air talent for live radio and online broadcasts, providing play-by-play commentary and color analysis, and involves supervising student workers and interns.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.  Interpersonal communication skills to interact effectively with a variety of clients, support staff, and external media.
The ability to accept feedback as part of the creative process.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. Master’s degree from an accredited university. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations with continuing education or professional NCAA work experience.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong attention to detail and thorough understanding of branding/identity standards 
Highly organized and multi-task orientated with strong attention to time management
Exceptional interpersonal, presentation, oral, and written communication skills.
Strong leadership skills

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Cover Letter
Resume/Vita
Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
Names and contact information for 3 references

Posting Close Date

September 22, 2025

Please Note:  Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

How to Apply:

Click on the Apply button and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies. Any required documents should be attached under the Resume/CV section of your application. If all required documents are not attached you will NOT be considered.

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