About Us:

Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.

At Southwestern University, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole.

Position Overview:

 Southwestern University has an immediate opening for a Career Planning and Development Coordinator. Sr. Associate Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. The Associate Director of Athletic Communications plays a key role in overseeing all aspects of athletic communications for Pirate Athletics. This position is responsible for coordinating sports information coverage for all athletic events, serving as the primary media contact, and maintaining historical and statistical data. The Associate Director creates and distributes content that promotes student-athletes, coaches, and staff, enhancing their recognition on regional and national levels. Additionally, this role manages student workers, assists with digital content creation, and participates in campus events and committees to increase the visibility and engagement of Pirate Athletics. This is a full-time exempt position eligible for our comprehensive benefits program.

Essential Duties:

 Sports Information

• Manage game-day logistics and administrative tasks for sports information across Football, Men’s & Women’s Soccer, Men’s & Women’s Basketball, Baseball, Men’s & Women’s Lacrosse, and Men’s & Women’s Tennis programs.
• Assist with game stats, live stats, and webcasting for assigned sports.
• Write game notes and press releases for each contest, award, community service event, and other related activities.
• Release relevant athletic information to local and national news outlets.
• Handle media requests, interviews, news conferences, and photo sessions.
• Gather and submit required statistical data and information to the SCAC, SAA, and NCAA.
• Coordinate nominations for honors and awards for student-athletes and coaches.
• Maintain historical records, statistics, and photographs, and other important department information.
• Manage the recruitment, training, and scheduling of student workers to assist with sports information duties.

Marketing & Communications

• Collaborate with the Associate Director of Athletic Marketing & Digital Media to assist with digital content development for Pirate Athletics digital media (southwesternpirates.com, email, and social media).
• Identify and write engaging feature stories to highlight and promote student-athletes, coaches, staff, and Pirate Athletics on both regional and national levels.
• Write content for marketing and communication materials, including media guides, video scripts, and more.

Additional Duties

• Attend and/or assist with select events throughout the year.
• Serve on campus committees as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree Communications, Journalism, Sports Management or related field.
• Experience in athletic communications or a related field.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Southwestern University and NCAA guidelines regarding publications and promotions.
• Extensive experience with StatCrew or similar statistics software.
• Basic knowledge of HTML and web content management systems (specifically Sidearm Sports). 
• Basic photography and photo editing skills.
• Ability to be flexible, adjust to fluctuating priorities, and produce a reliable work product.
• Ability to attend work consistently and have flexible work hours based on the athletic competition schedule. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years of sports communications experience, including one or more years of experience in a university or professional sports setting.
• Master’s degree from an accredited university.

Starting annual salary: $51,968. The final offer for the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience and may exceed the starting salary.

Benefits:

Southwestern University offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and welfare insurance (medical, dental, and vision), life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability coverage, generous contributions to a 403(b) retirement account, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), various paid time-off options, undergraduate tuition assistance for you and your dependents, access to athletic facilities, free parking, and discounted meal rates, along with other benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name and contact information of three (3) professional references through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/164967. Email and paper applications will not be accepted.

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

In compliance with immigration laws, proof of work authorization in the United States will be required when employment begins. Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer.

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