Athletics Communications Assistant

Regis University Denver, CO Full-time Education

Posted on April 12, 2024

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Athletics Communications Assistant
Regis University

R004050
Northwest Denver Campus

Position Type:
Staff

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Requested Start Date for this Position:
05/01/2024 - 19 days to go

Campus Location:
Northwest Denver Campus

Full-time or Part-time:
Full time

Job Summary:
The Athletics Communications Assistant supports the Assistant AD for Communications in leading a successful multimedia department covering 12 NCAA Division II athletics programs. Excellence in each area will be attained through building relationships with local media, accurate statistical compilation and record keeping, and promoting all athletic department activities, including fundraising, game recaps, press releases, and special features.

When the Assistant AD is absent, the Athletics Communications Assistant will take over the role and duties to ensure all duties are covered seamlessly. The performance of these duties will be continually evaluated and monitored to ensure a highly competitive NCAA Division II athletics program.

Working at Regis University
As Regis employees, we embrace our Jesuit Catholic values of respect, inclusion and equity, and welcome employees, faculty and students from all faiths and cultures. Together, we perform our duties in alignment with the mission of the University and seek dedicated individuals to contribute to and strengthen that mission and our service to students.

Take a moment to consider our Total Rewards package:
- A generous tuition benefit for employees, spouses, and dependents
- Paid Mission leave to give employees time to volunteer in the community
- Options for flexible work
- Additional time off each year when the University closes for Winter Break
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please submit a resume, cover letter and list of references with your application. Current employees, please submit an application by logging into Workday. Click on the Career Worklet and access the internal site.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential:

Statistical Compilation and Record Keeping:

Generate, compile, distribute, and maintain game statistics for assigned teams. Maintain historical records and photos for all assigned teams. Responsible for distributing and posting statistics to the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) and the institutional athletic website.

Written Media Coverage:

Responsible for producing and distributing all game recaps, press releases, and special features, including distribution to the institutional athletic website, social media channels, local media, and conference office.

Student-Athlete Recognition:

Must nominate student-athletes for assigned sports for various weekly and annual awards.
Serve on voting and ranking committees both at the conference, regional, and national level.

Social Media:

Responsible for assisting in the production of all social media content. Support the Assistant AD for Communications in navigating the rapidly changing world of communications and positioning the department to take advantage of social media opportunities through video and other emerging mediums. Promote and publicize all aspects of Regis Athletics through designated social media platforms.

Brand Promotion:

Assist the Assistant AD for Communications in elevating the profile of Regis University and the athletic department to internal and external audiences. Participate in department and university-sponsored events and initiatives. The Athletics Communications Assistant will also be integral in organizing and planning special events such as luncheons, banquets, the Hall of Fame, Legacy Weekend, etc.

Content Creation:

Assist in the design and implementation of creative content materials, including, but not limited to, print materials, digital graphics, video content, splash pages, schedule posters, media guides, and game programs.

Schedule Staffing:

Responsible for scheduling student employees for all home athletic events under the direction of the Assistant AD for Communications.

Professional Development:

The Athletics Communications Assistant .

Fundraise for the Athletic Department:

Required to participate fully in department fundraising activities, fundraising events, university campaigns, and special project campaigns; this includes producing content necessary for aforementioned fundraising activities.

Create and Maintain an Atmosphere of Compliance:

Know, recognize, and comply with the laws, policies, rules, and regulations governing the NCAA, the RMAC, and the Regis Athletic Department. Immediately advise the Regis University Deputy Director of Compliance if you have reasonable cause to believe violations, whether by employees or students, have occurred or will occur.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education is preferred but not required.

Experience:

Minimum of two years of professional experience in sports media is required. Related experience will be considered in lieu of professional experience requirements.
Experience using NCAA Live Stats and Stat Crew software preferred.
Knowledge of social media platforms such as Instagram, X, Facebook, and TikTok.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Enthusiasm for sports and the teams or organizations that they work to promote.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products is preferred.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud software such as Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, Premiere Pro and After Effects.
Bilingual, Spanish-speaking preferred but not required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work will require occasional weekend and/or evening work. Some local, regional, and/or national travel may be required.

Why work at Regis?

Benefits Guide - Fiscal year 23-24 or

https://www.regis.edu/_documents/about/offices-and-services/human-resources/regis-university-employee-benefits-guide.pdf

Pay Rate:
$19.00 / hour

To apply, visit https://regis.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/RegisUniversity/job/Northwest-Denver-Campus/Athletics-Communications-Assistant_R004050.

Since 1877, Regis University has been using our Jesuit background to provide an education for men and women of all ages and faiths and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission: A Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Inspired by St. Ignatius Loyola, the mission of Regis University is to educate men and women of all ages to make a positive impact in a rapidly-changing global society. We encourage our students to seek truth, live purposeful lives, and continually examine and attempt to answer the question: "How ought we to live?" Regis University's Northwest Campus is the main campus and administrative hub, located in Denver, Colorado. Regis University has three additional campuses in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Thornton, Colorado and the Denver Tech Center, as well as distance learning initiatives.

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