Supporting the promotion, visibility, and storytelling efforts of Concordia College Athletics is the core of this role. The Assistant Sports Information Director assists in communicating the accomplishments of student-athletes, coaches, and teams while helping advance the mission and values of NCAA Division III athletics. This position works closely with athletics staff, coaches, student-athletes, campus partners, and media outlets, providing information through written content, website management, statistical reporting, social media, and event coverage. This position plays an important role in highlighting the full student-athlete experience, including competition, academics, service, and leadership.
Responsibilities
Serve as a sports information contact for multiple sports
Write and distribute game recaps, previews, feature stories, press releases, and announcements
Promote the accomplishments of student-athletes, coaches, and teams
Respond to media requests in a timely and professional manner
Build and maintain positive relationships with local, regional, and conference media
Maintain and update the athletics website with schedules, rosters, biographies, stories, results, and records
Ensure timely and accurate posting of statistics, results, and historical information
Assist in the development of feature content that reflects the Concordia Athletics experience
Support consistent brand messaging interfaced with Concordia College
Compile, maintain, and report statistics in accordance with institutional, conference, and NCAA expectations
Maintain team and individual records, archives, and historical data
Assist with conference, regional, and national award nominations
Track milestones and significant accomplishments across sports
Assist with athletics social media planning and execution
Oversee live streaming of multiple sports across digital platforms
Create content that engages students, alumni, families, and the broader Concordia community
Help maintain a consistent and professional digital presence for Concordia Athletics
Assist with media operations for home athletic contests
Prepare game notes, lineups, scripts, programs, and related materials
Support live statistics, scoreboard communication, and postgame reporting
Assist with livestream coordination and in-game communication needs
Prepare and upload content for football and basketball video boards
Oversee video operations for game days
Ensure that event scripts, public address announcements, music selections, and other event-related materials reflect the values of athletics in collaboration with the head coach/point person
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Help create a welcoming and professional game day environment
Assist in gathering and organizing photos and video for promotional use
Work with student workers, photographers, and campus partners to support storytelling through visuals
Help maintain a strong visual identity for Concordia Athletics
Provide and update virtual content of facilities
Assist with the scheduling and coordination of photography (team photos, headshots, event action photos, and community engagement photos) and live event video streaming and video content production (including the end-of-year athletic awards event)
Assist in recruiting, training, and supervising student workers involved in sports information, game day operations, and digital communications
Provide hands-on learning opportunities for student staff
Work collaboratively with coaches, athletics staff, admissions, advancement, and college communications
Assist with special events, postseason opportunities, and department-wide initiatives
Support a culture that reflects sportsmanship, integrity, service, and the values of NCAA Division III
Requirements
Relevant experience in athletic communications, sports information, media relations, or a related field preferred
Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Knowledge of athletic statistics, records management, and event operations
Familiarity with website content systems, live stats software, and social media platforms
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and limited travel as required
Understanding of and appreciation for NCAA Division III philosophy
Commitment to the mission and values of Concordia College
Ability to tell meaningful stories about student-athletes in competition, in the classroom, and in service
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with students, coaches, staff, alumni, and media
Flexibility, initiative, creativity, and a collaborative approach to work
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, sports management, public relations, marketing, or related field
Benefits
Health Insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Preventative Chiropractic Program
Retirement Plan
Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time only)
Life Insurance (full-time only)
13 Paid holidays including the time off between Christmas and New Year's
MN Paid Family and Medical Leave
Up to 100% tuition with discounts and scholarships for yourself and dependents at Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages
Up to 50% tuition discount for dependents with Oak Grove Lutheran Schools
Up to 100% tuition discounts for dependents with participating partners: CIC-TEP, ELCA schools, and Tuition Exchange Inc.
Access to athletic facilities, library, fitness classes, athletic events, theatre events, purchase dining on campus, free MATbus rides
Important Details
Schedule: 40 hours per week, variable based on athletic schedule; M-S (7 Days/week), requires evening and weekend responsibilities tied to the athletics schedule
Position opening date: 5/11/2026
Employment Contingencies
Background Check
Application Process
Required Documents: Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter
Optional Documents: List of References, Licensure, Certification, Training, Other
About the Company
Concordia College is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package.
