Job Duties:

• Primary communications contact for athletic teams as assigned.

• Production of media guides, game programs, press releases and supporting materials

• Perform required game day duties.

• Maintain and update the UCCS athletics website.

• Maintain permanent and complete records for Mountain Lion athletic programs.

• Social media manager.

• Work directly with the NCAA and RMAC for all sports information related matters including but not limited to statistics, awards, department acknowledgements, legislation, etc.

• Coordinate athletic live-stream programming.

• Assume other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Job Competencies:

• Demonstrated skills in writing event previews, recaps, and feature stories.

• Demonstrated ability to manage large amounts of information with accuracy.

• Demonstrated computer competency and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), StatCrew statistical software, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign and Photoshop) and other campus databases.

• Ability to take initiative in organizing programs, planning events, preparing materials, and interacting effectively with members of the athletic department and the campus community.

• Demonstrated experience, knowledge and ability in supervising, advising, training, and evaluating of student employees, volunteers/interns.

• Effective and professional communication skills, both written and verbal and ability to write and edit, preparing all documents efficiently.

• Ability to multi-task, plan, organize and execute day-to-day operations; work under deadlines and maintain a detail oriented and highly confidential approach to each task.

• Ability to prioritize and delegate the flow of work daily.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Location: On-site

This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Please note that while the position details both required qualifications as well as preferred qualifications below, we want applicants to be aware that they do not need to have all of the preferred qualifications to be considered for this position. If you meet the minimum qualifications, have passion for the work, along with experience in a related field, you are encouraged to apply. We encourage on-the-job training for any additional skills or knowledge that become relevant to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree in Communications, Sport Management, Athletic Administration, Business, Marketing, or related field required.

• 6 months - 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree

• Previous experience in a similar role within an Athletic Department or in higher education.