Oberlin College And Conservatory - Oberlin, OH
posted 4 days ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Oberlin, OH
1,001-5,000 employees
Educational Services
About the position
The Associate Director of Athletics Communications and Operations at Oberlin College plays a crucial role in supporting the department's mission to create an inclusive environment for student-athletes while enhancing the visibility of Oberlin Athletics. This position involves overseeing all aspects of athletics communications and game operations for 21 varsity programs, ensuring effective communication strategies and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a member of the Athletics Administrative Leadership Team.
- Work closely with the Director of Athletics to develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies.
- Lead and manage athletics communications staff and student workers, establishing clear expectations and maintaining high professional standards.
- Assist in creating, writing, editing, and distributing press releases, game notes, and feature stories.
- Oversee the production and management of digital content, including video features and graphic designs for social media.
- Maintain accurate updates of statistics, rosters, schedules, and results on the athletics website.
- Coordinate logistics and staffing for home athletic contests and special events.
- Supervise the setup and breakdown of game-day equipment and technology.
- Serve as the primary contact for officials, visiting teams, and game-day staff.
- Oversee inventory and ordering of game-day and communications equipment.
- Assist in managing the department's budget related to communications and operations.
- Represent the department at campus meetings and conference-level events as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in communications, journalism, sports management, or a related field.
- Minimum of three years of experience in athletics communications, sports information, or event management, preferably in a collegiate setting.
- Proficiency with media software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere), StatCrew/NCAA LiveStats, and website CMS platforms.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, some holidays, and travel as required by athletic events.
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment.
- Skilled in handling challenging situations with composure and making sound decisions in high-pressure environments.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Retirement contributions
- Professional development opportunities
