Mansfield is seeking an athletic communications graduate assistant for the 2026-27 academic year.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Assist in all aspects of promoting and publicizing the University’s athletic programs.
• Serve as an office lead for traditional athletic communication (sports information) duties and act as a direct sport/media contact for select sport(s).
• Assist with management of social media platforms and assistant with management of official athletics’ website.
• Serve as official statistician for home events. Assist with coordination of official statistical databases.
• Creation of written content in various forms.
• Manage Creative Services including photography and videography, and the PSAC Network mandates. Serve as broadcast liaison.
• Assist with and manage creation of graphic design in various forms.
• Support alumni outreach and fundraising efforts.

REQUIRED FOR APPOINTMENT:

• Bachelor’s Degree in – related field - Journalism, Mass Communications/Media, Communication Studies, Marketing, Business, Visual Arts, Multimedia, Athletic/Sports Administration, and/or Sports Studies.
• Accepted into the Commonwealth University and in good academic standing.
  • • Commonwealth University Graduate Programs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage/prioritize multiple deadlines in fast-pace and competitive environment.
• Ability to work both independently, and collaboratively as a team.
• Preferred experience working in athletic communications with a basic knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Experience keeping statistics with STATCREW, NCAA (Genius) Live Stats, and/or related programs.
• Proficiency in, or ability to learn Adobe Creative Suite, Google Analytics.

Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter and references to Dpatrick@mansfield.edu

About Mansfield

The Power of Three Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield universities have joined forces to boldly transform higher education in our region and beyond. While we are uniting as Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, you can expect a college experience that is anything but common. We’re Honoring our History by preserving the founding principles of each campus and continuing our vibrant on-campus student experience, serving as pillars of our communities, supporting students and our neighbors alike. We’re Investing in Today by answering the greatest challenges facing higher education: accessibility, cost, quality, and relevance through the combined strength of our storied institutions. We’re Building a Powerful Tomorrow by boldly changing the trajectory of public education to position ourselves for growth, increased access, and to meet economic and workforce development needs in our region, across Pennsylvania and beyond.

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