Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

The Position:

Assistant Director, Athletic Communications

Job Summary:

The Office of Communications and Marketing is seeking applicants for a full-time, year-round Assistant Director of Athletic Communications (OCM). This individual will report to the Senior Director of Strategic Communications and collaborate closely with colleagues in OCM, the Department of Athletics, the Office of Advancement, and other Muhlenberg College departments and divisions on publicity/communications efforts relating to the college's 23 Division III varsity intercollegiate programs. The assistant director works within OCM department processes, applying best practices and sustaining the department's commitment to professionalism, collegiality, superior quality, and the advancement of the Muhlenberg brand. In collaborating closely with colleagues across the college, the assistant director will make a meaningful contribution to the college's work in building brand awareness and other critical outcomes among important external Muhlenberg constituencies. Primary responsibilities include: creating and promoting dynamic content on the college's websites and social media accounts; collaboratively managing game day operations, including live streaming video and live stats; editing promotional videos; producing features on Muhlenberg athletes; assisting in email marketing efforts; supporting alumni engagement and fundraising initiatives; reporting results; and collaborating in the production of print, web, video and other communications/marketing content.

Characteristic Responsibilities:

Sports Information

• Collaboratively manage game-day operations, including streaming, live stats, photography and videography.

• Report game-day results across channels and media.

• Recruit, supervise, and train students, including content creators and interns.

• Cover major events with video from a storytelling perspective, such as season previews and team outreach efforts in the community.

• Promote intercollegiate athletic events both on and off campus to encourage attendance.

• Travel and adapt to varying schedules, including evening and weekend hours, in accordance with the needs of the position.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Marketing and Public Relations

• Work closely with the Director of Athletic Communications and others to ensure positive publicity for the athletics program and the college.

• Collaborate with Office of Communications and Marketing colleagues in digital marketing efforts.

• Support colleagues across the college in efforts to engage alumni, donors, parents, and other important constituents.

• Publish content to MuhlenbergSports.com and muhlenberg.edu.

• Contribute to Muhlenberg's athletics social media presence and provide guidance and support for individual teams.

• Stay up to date with digital media technologies and latest trends and assess new/additional digital channels for implementation.

• Partner closely with Office of Communications and Marketing colleagues to share potential stories ideas and opportunities to be produced and promoted on college-wide channels.

• Provide local, regional and national media with stories, scores and excerpts to promote Muhlenberg College athletics.

Schedule & Benefits: At Muhlenberg, we value your work/life balance and are pleased to offer this full-time, year-round opportunity. This position qualifies for the campus work/life balance policies, where feasible as aligned with OCM practice. Muhlenberg offers a highly competitive benefits package, including but not limited to, generous holidays (including three days off for Thanksgiving and an extended winter break between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day), vacation (22 days per year), sick leave, eight weeks paid parental leave, Life Sports Center membership, tuition opportunities at the undergraduate and graduate level, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending plans, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, and retirement. Waiting periods may apply. In addition, as a 501(c)(3) non-profit institution, Muhlenberg is a qualifying employer under the federal government's Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

The College and Surrounding Area: Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg College is a private, residential, liberal arts college offering baccalaureate and graduate programs. At Muhlenberg, we are committed to a campus community that ensures students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, respected, valued and included. The college provides an intensely challenging, supportive environment centered around a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare students for lives of leadership and meaning in a dynamic, global society. The academic program is amplified by a range of innovative programming: comprehensive and intentional residence-life programming, expansive experiential learning requirements, and an innovative coaching program designed to maximize every student's performance and potential.

Part of eastern Pennsylvania's scenic Lehigh Valley, Allentown is a diverse city of 125,000, Pennsylvania's third-largest, located just 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. The Lehigh Valley, which also includes neighboring cities Bethlehem and Easton, is one of the fastest growing regions in the state and the Northeast, leading Pennsylvania in population growth for people aged 18-34. Home to a vibrant arts scene, extensive parks and recreational opportunities, a rich blend of diverse cuisine, and so much more, visit Life in the Lehigh Valley | Muhlenberg College and check out Allentown here.

Qualifications:

While no one person may possess all the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have many of the following professional experiences and characteristics:

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Solid understanding of sports and sports statistics.

• Demonstrated experience in athletics communications and digital media.

• Strong writing and communication skills.

• Initiative and good news sense.

• Strong attention to detail and effective time management skills.

• Digital media literacy, including knowledge of athletics/statistical software (StatCrew, Presto stats, NLS) and desktop publishing software (InDesign, Photoshop, video streaming and video editing and experience/familiarity with editing website content.

• Experience using email marketing platforms.

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive academic and professional environment where all members of our campus community are respected, valued, can succeed, and thrive.

• Successful completion of standard background checks, including but not limited to education verification, national criminal background checks, and child abuse clearance required.

To apply, upload your complete application package as a single PDF document. A complete application package includes: 1) cover letter; 2) resume; 3) a separate statement speaking to how your professional experience will contribute to a more inclusive community at Muhlenberg; and 4) names/contact information for three professional references. Application review will continue until the position is filled. To initiate your application, use the APPLY button.

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An Equal Opportunity Employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to valuing and enhancing diversity and encourages applications from individuals who can contribute to the diversity of our community. Muhlenberg College does not discriminate against any person based on age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetics, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, in its education programs and activities, including admissions and employment. Muhlenberg College does not discriminate on the basis of sex as required by Title IX.

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