This executive role serves as a senior communications strategist and administrator for the Department of Athletics, reporting directly to the Deputy AD for Competitive Excellence. The Associate Athletic Director assists in leading all external communications, media relations, digital content, broadcast/media rights, crisis response, and brand protection for the department, while also providing direct oversight and supervision to full-time Associate AD for Sports Information & Communications and media specialists.
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor communications staff
Serve as the primary media and communications contact for assigned varsity programs, managing all press box / scorer
Represent the college and athletic department on NESCAC conference communication committees, NCAA regional/national committees, and collegiate sports communicators associations
Assist the Deputy AD in partnering with Campus Communications, General Counsel, and senior leadership to direct crisis communications, sensitive issue management, and high-profile messaging
Assist the Deputy AD for Sports Information & Communications with Mule Weekly Recap and other primary projects throughout the academic year as assigned
Assist the Deputy AD and support assigned head coaches in proactively identifying storytelling opportunities and managing their sport-specific web, and media interview needs
Assist the Deputy AD in managing department brand identity and overseeing marks and logos
Manage live statistical capture and ensure full compliance in reporting accurate box scores and season statistics to NESCAC conference office and the NCAA within mandated deadlines
Utilize Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Express, InDesign) and video editing suites to create high-impact social media graphics, video highlights, and promotional materials
Maintain exemplary standards of professionalism, integrity, and customer-service-oriented interaction with student-athletes, coaches, visiting teams, media outlets, and campus partners across the college community
Collaborate effectively with other Department of Athletics
Demonstrate an active understanding of and commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce and athletic culture supporting overall college success
Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
Requirements
Bachelor
5+ years of progressive leadership experience in athletics communications, sports information, media relations, and marketing with preferred experience in personnel management
Outstanding oral and written communications skills and attention to detail
Strong self-initiative and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
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Aptitude for collaborating with others and maintaining positive working relationships with staff, coaches, administrators and campus colleagues
Ability to work independently and exercise judgment with minimal supervision
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering
Ability to work evenings and weekends on a regular basis based on game schedules and travel as required
Experience with Photoshop, Adobe Express and other graphic design programs desired
Valid driver
Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality with regard to employee data, documents, issues, etc., and respect privacy needs of employees and past employees with regard to the same
Ability to comply with highly inflexible deadlines
Ability to interact professionally, diplomatically, and appropriately in situations where individuals may express opinions or exhibit strong emotions
Ability to move around on grass, turf, courts, gymnasium, and training rooms
Multiple/daily instances of prolonged personal computer use which would include keyboard and/or mouse usage as well as viewing a computer monitor
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
Mental ability to shift focus quickly due to interruptions; an employee must be able to mentally track multiple projects and tasks as well
Ability to work in a usually moderate noise level environment, with unexpected instances of somewhat loud sounds
Nice to have:
Master
Important Details
Schedule: Frequent travel and early morning/evening/weekend work is required
Application Process
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About the Company
Colby is a member of the New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) and has 32 intercollegiate sports that compete at the Division III level. The department also includes the campus recreation program and hosts a variety of club and intramural sports. More than one-third of Colby
With an investment of over $250 million into Athletics in the last decade, Colby
An additional distinguishing feature of Colby College
Located in central Maine, the College has incredible access to other outdoor venues such as the Belgrade Lakes and Sugarloaf Mountain Resort, one of the premier ski destinations on the east coast.
Founded in 1813, Colby College is the 12th oldest liberal arts college in the United States.
