Director, Athletic Communications

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About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Location

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Location

Dahlonega

Job Summary

The Director of  Athletic Communications is responsible for assisting in promoting a positive image, both internally and externally, of the University's 13-sport NCAA intercollegiate athletics program through press releases, publications, web pages and various media outlets. This position requires extreme accuracy, excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and the ability to pay special attention to detail. Incumbent is frequently away from assigned work desk/phone due to official UNG work responsibilities or travel and requires real time communication with others.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary media contact for all external facing communication and coverage of the department's 13 intercollegiate sports.
• Produces statistical reports, nominations, historical records and archives and other report requirements for the NCAA, PBC, Southern Conference, intercollegiate opponents, various periodicals, journals and magazines, major television networks, national wire services, etc.
• Primary content generator for UNGAthletics.com
• Executive producer of the Nighthawk Sports Network: a comprehensive live broadcasting platform for UNG Athletics. Provide oversight and training of technical staff comprised of students, interns, etc.
• Assists Senior Associate Athletic Director, External Operations with operations and coverage of special events and championships.
• Duties as assigned by Director of Athletics and/or Senior Associate Athletic Director, External Operations. 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred.
• One year of job related experience.
• Must be willing to obtain certifications in CPR/First Aid. 

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of all areas of sports journalism required
• Extensive knowledge and use of Stat Crew/Genius software, SIDEARM Sports CMS
• Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite required
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively 
• Ability to accurately write, edit and/or develop articles, reports and publications. Ability to organize and coordinate athletic events
• Ability to organize and multitask
• Ability to pay special attention to detail
• Ability to follow AP style guidelines
• Ability to work evening and weekends in preparation for and during athletic events. High ethical standards, confidentiality and ability to work with diverse faculty, staff, students and other public facing audiences. 

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
• This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education