Assistant Director of Athletic Communications

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Posted: 23-Jul-26

Location: Bakersfield, California

Type: Full-time

Salary: $4,570–$4,850 per month

Categories Operations

Operations - Marketing/Promotions

Operations - Sports Information

Operations - Video Services

Sector Collegiate Sports

Salary Details Anticipated hiring range: $4,570–$4,850 per month. Final salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate's experience, education, skills, and training. Comprehensive CSU benefits package included

Required Education 4 Year Degree

Internal Number: 560243

California State University, Bakersfield is seeking an Assistant Director of Athletic Communications to support its NCAA Division I Athletics Communications Office. This position serves as the primary communications contact for assigned sports and is responsible for media relations, website management, social media, statistical reporting, game-day operations, and digital communications. The Assistant Director produces written and digital content, maintains athletics records and website content, coordinates media coverage, and supports live events while ensuring compliance with NCAA, conference, and university standards. The position requires evening, weekend, and occasional travel based on the athletics competition schedule

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• General knowledge of media relations, public affairs, and sports information.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to create and manage communications content for digital, social media, and web platforms.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn athletics communications software and university systems.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel with assigned teams as needed.
• Valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one by the date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Communications or media relations experience in collegiate or professional athletics (Division I preferred).
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, Genius NCAA Live Stats, StatCrew, Microsoft Office Suite, and SIDEARM Sports (or similar CMS).
• Experience writing press releases, feature stories, game recaps, and other athletics communications materials using AP Style.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules, conference policies, and athletics communications best practices.

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About California State University, Bakersfield California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB), founded in 1970, is a regional, comprehensive university serving the southern San Joaquin Valley of California. CSUB's service area covers nearly 25,000 square miles and is home to a socially and ethnically diverse population of over 11,000 students. CSUB is the only four-year degree-granting institution within a 100-mile radius. Due to this, CSUB has a vital role in educational obtainment, economic development, and quality of life within the region. The accolades CSUB has received include Washington Monthly's #2 Best Bang for the Buck for Western Colleges (2018), Washington Monthly's #6 Best Affordable Elite Colleges and# 17 out of 200 for Graduate Schools, and "A Top Public School" by US News and World Report (2019). CSUB serves 9,800 undergraduate students and 1,400 graduate, credential, and post-baccalaureate students. 63.5% of CSUB’s students are Hispanic/Latinx, 4.9% are African American, 0.2% are Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, 0.5% are American Indian/Alaskan Native, 7.1 % are Asian, and 2.3% are multiracial. CSUB is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Commitment to Diversity: The Department of Athletics w...ithin the Division of Student Affairs at CSUB is committed to academic and inclusive excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. School Information: The University enrolls approximately 11,000 students and is in the Southern San Joaquin Valley with a surrounding population of nearly 450,000. Department Information: CSUB Athletics develops Champions for Life through a commitment to Academic Excellence, an outstanding student-athlete experience, competitive success, and community engagement.

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