The Oklahoma City University (OCU) Department of Athletics invites applications in a national search for the position of Director of Athletics Communications.  This full-time position is responsible for the day-to-day athletics communications of the department and supervision of assigned staff.  The successful candidate will perform these duties while helping the athletics department:  1) create an atmosphere where graduation is facilitated through participation in intercollegiate athletics, 2) teach student-athletes to be productive citizens who contribute to society for life, and 3) win championships.  More specifically, the position is responsible for maintaining good relationships with news media, increase news media coverage of OCU athletics, managing the athletics department website, writing press releases and stories, coordinating interviews with the media, overseeing all social media accounts associated with OCU athletics, coordinating competition statistics, coordinating graphics, photography and video content, and producing web streams of competitions.  The position may also assist with writing and executing game scripts, assist with community engagement activities, and assist with the coordination of special events.  The individual may also serve on the senior staff.  The individual must have an athletics philosophy that values the educational and personal well-being of student-athletes while emphasizing the university and athletics department mission, vision, core values and culture.

For consideration, please submit via the OCU employment website:  1) a cover letter addressing qualifications for the position, 2) a resume, 3) contact information for professional references, 4) a writing sample (preferably a game summary), and 5) a social media graphic sample.  All applicants must apply via the OCU employment website and are not accepted via mail, e-mail or fax.  For assistance, contact the OCU Human Resources Department at 405-208-6320.

This is a full-time position with a full benefits package.  Full-time benefits include tuition remission, health, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement and tax savings plans.  Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.  A review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Employment with OCU is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

• Bachelor’s degree required, graduate degree preferred and at least two years of progressively responsible experience in athletics media relations or a related field. A suitable combination of education and experience may be substituted for minimum qualifications.
• Knowledge of NAIA rules or the ability to learn them
• Knowledge of rules, scoring procedures, statistics procedures and ability to enter game statistics during competitions in applicable scoring software for a variety of sports
• Ability to effectively utilize appropriate industry standard software (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Production Truck, various statistical software applications, and all necessary Microsoft Office applications)
• Knowledge of and ability to execute web streaming, podcasts, radio and television sports productions
• Strong public relations, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to operate public address, statistics, website, publishing, video and scoreboard systems
• Attention to detail while maintaining an understanding of the big picture
• Strong organizational skills resulting in the ability to prioritize workload and meet short-term deadlines on a regular basis
• Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with media members, sponsors, students, faculty, staff, donors and the general public
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner
• Ability to operate a computer, printer, applicable software and multi-function office machine (copy, scan, fax, print)
• Ability to supervise assigned staff
• Ability to work nights and weekends
• Ability to travel for work related activities
• Ability to assist with the management of special events
• Sport administrator skills and abilities
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

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As a top liberal arts & sciences university, Oklahoma City University has been leading students to their creative edge for more than a century. We are a diverse community of academic achievers, big thinkers, independent spirits, and dedicated artists. At OCU, students from across the globe follow their passions and excel in the sciences, religion, business, nursing, and the performing arts. Discover why Oklahoma City University is such a great place to learn, live, and call home. Oklahoma City University is a coeducational, urban private university located in Oklahoma City, in the Uptown district. The university is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and offers a wide variety of degrees in the liberal arts, fine arts, sciences and business. OCU is consistently ranked as one of the top universities in the country by U.S. News & World Report, and Oklahoma City University is also listed in Forbes' "Best Christian Colleges" & "100 Best College Buys."

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