Director of Football Communications - Communications

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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is looking for a Director to work with internal and external constituents to heighten the University of Florida’s athletics program’s visibility and brand awareness with primary emphasis on the football team. Serves as the public and media liaison for the football head coach and assistant coaches, and works in collaboration with the Assistant Director to manage PR for football student-athletes. Assists with staff organization and development and Communications department philosophy.

This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field

Four years of related professional experience

Job Details

Description

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is looking for a Director to work with internal and external constituents to heighten the University of Florida’s athletics program’s visibility and brand awareness with primary emphasis on the football team. Serves as the public and media liaison for the football head coach and assistant coaches, and works in collaboration with the Assistant Director to manage PR for football student-athletes. Assists with staff organization and development and Communications department philosophy.

This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field

Four years of related professional experience

Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Design Suite

Ability to communicate effectively, develop and execute strategic plans, and to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers

Ability to exercise discretion and good judgement while making decisions that impact the UAA

Ability to engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds

Ability to work a non-standard work week which will include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extensive overnight travel

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in an intercollegiate or professional athletics environment

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, pension plan (upon eligibility), athletic event tickets, employee events and recognition programs as well as possible relocation assistance. Competitive compensation package commensurate with candidate’s previous experience and qualifications. You can view our full benefits guide on the official job posting by clicking here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and

not a state

employer

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THE UAA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

WE ARE PROUD TO BE A DRUG FREE TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE.

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