Sports Information Director

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Position Summary:

Adams State University (NCAA Division II and Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference member) is seeking applications for the position of Sports Information Director (SID). The SID will serve as the institutional representative to the media for all athletic activities. The SID will be responsible for all duties involved in helping the athletics department fulfill all sports information responsibilities at the department, RMAC and NCAA Level.

Specific Responsibilities

● Refining, reinforcing, and advancing key messages and initiatives through all relevant content formats

● Ensuring compliance with relevant University policies and best practices pertaining to communications, editorial content, press releases, media relations, digital media, use of name and marks, copyright, and other related areas

● Cooperating closely with the university’s public relations office to ensure consistent and complementary strategic plans with overall university outreach and communications

● Collaborating with relevant stakeholders to set and manage the strategic and creative direction of our live video streaming function

● Handle all Website updates, articles/Bio writing, statistical and score reporting as necessary for the 20 Varsity Sports

● Assist with, and primary contact for annual Hall of Fame Ceremony preparations/Operations

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Position Summary:

Adams State University (NCAA Division II and Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference member) is seeking applications for the position of Sports Information Director (SID). The SID will serve as the institutional representative to the media for all athletic activities. The SID will be responsible for all duties involved in helping the athletics department fulfill all sports information responsibilities at the department, RMAC and NCAA Level.

Specific Responsibilities

● Refining, reinforcing, and advancing key messages and initiatives through all relevant content formats

● Ensuring compliance with relevant University policies and best practices pertaining to communications, editorial content, press releases, media relations, digital media, use of name and marks, copyright, and other related areas

● Cooperating closely with the university’s public relations office to ensure consistent and complementary strategic plans with overall university outreach and communications

● Collaborating with relevant stakeholders to set and manage the strategic and creative direction of our live video streaming function

● Handle all Website updates, articles/Bio writing, statistical and score reporting as necessary for the 20 Varsity Sports

● Assist with, and primary contact for annual Hall of Fame Ceremony preparations/Operations

● Assist with other events as assigned including alumni events, Athlete Banquet, Grizzly Club events, and any other duties as assigned

● Assisting in promoting and creating Grizzly Club Materials

● Advertising responsibilities for Grizzly Club, including logos on website, virtual events, graphics, signage, etc.

● Main contact for all media relations regarding Adams State Athletics

● Providing pre-and post-event information (Game Previews, Game Recaps, etc)

● Managing Press Facilities, hosting visiting members of the press

● Preparing Game Programs and Statistical reports

● Main contact for both the NCAA and RMAC and will positively promote our school and department.

● Attend Media Days for the RMAC, submit schedules to the RMAC, and any other relevant information

● Promoting and solicit student-athlete honors at the RMAC, NCAA, and national organizational awards

● Promoting Student Athletes via highlight videos, SA of the month, Spotlight, and other promotional events

● Main contact for Scoreboard operations and Daktronics

● Maintaining accurate files and records

● Oversee supervision of sports information interns

● Oversee student-assistant hiring, scheduling, and supervision

● Responsible for approving all hours for work-study students for Sports Information through Workday

● Attend all home contests and stat all home events

● Writing press releases and Athletic Director reports as assigned

● In charge of running all Social Media Platforms for Adams State Athletics

● Maintaining the Adams State Athletics Website, which includes Bios, Rosters, Coaching Changes, etc. (https://asugrizzlies.com/)

● Develop and maintain a positive relationship with Adams State University Alumni and Grizzly Club Members, keeping in mind that they serve a position of vital importance to the success of our athletic programs

● This position will be responsible for assisting the administrative staff with administrative duties and general office duties

Qualifications

● Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism, communications, public relations, or any related field

● Previous sports information experience

● Knowledge and Experience working with STATCREW, Blue Frame, and Presto Sports

● Knowledge and Experience working with Hudl

● Knowledge in working with Adobe programs (InDesign, Photoshop, etc.); Daktronics video board equipment, tricaster equipment, and working with live streaming equipment via SlingStudio, OBS, and Black Magic Design

● Equitable appreciation of all sports

● Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deal with a wide variety of people in a courteous, tactful, and efficient manner

● Familiarity with NCAA standards, rules, and regulations

● Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively with individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies in a global environment

● Ability to treat others with respect, civility, and courtesy and to work honestly, effectively, and collegiality with employees, students, and the community. This includes the ability to use appropriate conflict management skills to effectively manage any disagreement that might arise or to bring the disagreement to management for assistance in productive resolution when the situation requires.

● An understanding of Adams State University’s vision and mission

Salary

The pay range for this position is $42,252 to $48, 060. In addition to salary, Adams State University offers a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans. For detailed benefits information please visit https://www.adams.edu/hr/benefits/ Opportunities for supplemental contracts may be available.

Applications

All interested candidates must submit application materials electronically. No other format of application material will be accepted.

Completed applications must include the following:

● A letter of intent (cover letter)

● A current resume or CV

● An unofficial transcript

● Three professional references with contact information

All applications must be submitted through the ASU Careers page at https://www.adams.edu/hr/employment/.

Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately and applications received by April 19th, 2024 will receive full consideration and the position is open until filled. Successful applicants will be required to submit official academic transcripts prior to appointment.

Please direct any questions regarding this position to Katelyn Smith at (719) 5877401 or ksmith@adams.edu.

Disclosures : In compliance with the Immigration Control Act of 1968 candidates for positions must provide proof of eligibility to work before an offer of employment can be made final.

Background Check Policy :

Adams State University performs background checks as a condition of employment for prospective employees and current employees seeking certain promotional opportunities. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of an acceptable background check. Applicants will be asked to provide personal data and sign a release form before the background check is conducted. Applicants who fail to provide the data and consent form will not be considered for employment or promotion. Background checks include review of criminal records and sex offender registry background. Credit and driving record background may apply to certain positions.

Adams State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications are sought from all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, disability, and, as covered by law, veteran status. In addition, University policies prohibit discrimination on the basis of religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation including transgender status and gender expression, marital status, and parental status.

Adams State University is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its students, faculty, staff and visitors, and to protecting its funds, property and other assets. Well-informed hiring decisions contribute to this effort. Therefore, Adams State University has adopted a policy on background screening for its prospective, continuing, and returning employees as well as students in certain circumstances. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the completion of an acceptable background check. The information received in response to a background check will be treated as confidential to the extent provided for by law.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Adams State University (ASU) may be directed to ASU's Office of Equal Opportunity, Director Ana Guevara, and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education. Support resources for sexual misconduct, ASU's sexual misconduct policies, contact information for the Adams State University's Office of Equal Opportunity & Title IX, as well as a detailed procedure for filing a grievance due to discrimination on the basis of sex may be found online at https://www.adams.edu/administration/.... These procedures also describe the University's response to reports and/or complaints of sex discrimination or sexual harassment.

Adams State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications are sought from all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, disability, and, as covered by law, veteran status. In addition, University policies prohibit discrimination on the basis of religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation including transgender status and gender expression, marital status, and parental status.

Adams State University is dedicated to fostering Inclusive Excellence and especially encourages applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and other historically underrepresented populations. Given the university’s mission and student body composition, the institution is committed to increasing the diversity of its professional staff and is actively seeking qualified applicants who have experiences, skills, and/or personal attributes that augment the perspectives of our current faculty and staff; we will give particular consideration to qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings or who possess varied language skills and have a record of successful experience in engaging diverse communities and student populations. Additional information about the university and the academic mission may be found at www.adams.edu/academics/

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