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Posted: 09-May-23
Location: Mankato, Minnesota
Type: Full Time
Salary: Depends on qualifications
Categories:
Required Education:
Internal Number: M325M
Hire Types: Staff
Division: Finance and Administration
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Unit: Intercollegiate Athletics
Location: Mankato
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Full/Part Time: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Employment Condition: Probationary
Salary Type: Depends on qualifications
Salary Minimum: $44,354
Salary Maximum: $76,826
Bargaining Unit/Plan: 211, MSUAASF
POSITION: Probationary; Range C*
The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Job Description: Serve as the Assistant Director of Athletics/Athletic Communications Director for Minnesota State University Athletics.
(see required and preferred qualifications below)
Open Date: 05/08/2023
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on May 26, 2023 and continue until the position has been filled.
- Cover Letter
- Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Contact Information for three (3) references
- Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
- A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement presenting a commitment to or experience working in an equity-minded environment
Scott Nelsen
Assistant Director of Athletics
Intercollegiate Athletics
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Phone: 507-389-2930
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: scott.nelsen@mnsu.edu
*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Administrative and Service Faculty which can be found at: https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/
NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: https://www.mnsu.edu/university-life/health-and-safety/university-security/personal-safety-and-alerts/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report/ You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu
Benefits Overview
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Non-Photo Resume/CV
- Transcripts
- Contact information for three (3) references
- A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement presenting a commitment to or experience working in an equity-minded environment.
Job Description: Serve as the Assistant Director of Athletics/Athletic Communications Director for Minnesota State University Athletics.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in public relations, athletic administration or a related field from an accredited institution (Conferred on an official transcript at the time of application),
- Three-years or more experience (including graduate assistantship/internship) working in an Athletic Communications Office at an NCAA Member Institution, in professional sports,
- Experience with Adobe Suite,
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.),
- Social Media and video content creation,
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven organizational skills to work well independently, as well as the ability to prioritize and complete assignments,
- Experience with Statcrew, Genius Statistic Programs, or related statistical analysis software.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
- Master’s Degree (Conferred on an official transcript at the time of application),
- Two-years or more experience as a Director of Communications or an Assistant Director of Athletics for communications at a NCAA Member Institution or professional sports,
- Understanding of social media strategies,
- Experience overseeing graduate level students and interns,
- Experience with team travel.
Other Requirements
Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.
Flexibility to work night and weekends is a requirement. This position may be asked to travel with teams under special circumstances.
Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes: Case by Case/Situational Telework: A position that may include a temporary reassignment or work outside the permanent/principal work location to meet short-term needs.
