Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Communications


SUNY Oswego Department of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 24 intercollegiate varsity athletic programs as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC).

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at the State University of New York at Oswego invites applications to fill a full time Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Communications.

Posting Date: November 7, 2023

Review Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Compensation: Minimum salary $55,000 - $65,000 commensurate with experience plus full New York State benefits package.

Benefit Information: The State University of New York provides an excellent benefit package. This is a United University Professions (UUP) position. Click here for more information on benefits for full-time United University Professions (UUP) professional staff.

Date of Appointment: As soon as possible

Description of Responsibilities:

CONTEXT OF THE JOB:

Under general supervision of the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs/Director of Intercollegiate Athletics (AVP/DIA), the Assistant Athletic Director for Athletics Communications(AAD-AC) plays a key role in the department of Intercollegiate Athletics (IA) and the broader campus community. Situated within the Division of Student Affairs, Intercollegiate Athletics at SUNY Oswego seeks, through the administration of 24 intercollegiate varsity sports, to advance the College's overall mission by preparing student-athletes to be leaders who live ethical and meaningful lives and build a better world as successful SUNY Oswego graduates.

The AAD-AC at SUNY Oswego is responsible for development and management of a successful NCAA Division III Athletic Communication Department. Consistent with SUNY Oswego's, the Division of Student Affairs, and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics mission and strategic priorities, the AAD-AC will provide visionary leadership for staff, coaches, and student-athletes, oversee all IA communication efforts, manage program budget, and follow department cost containment measures. The AAD-AC will collaborate with campus partners to ensure student-athlete wellbeing and success.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the overall leadership of the department of athletics communication program.
• Work within the mission of SUNY Oswego, Division of Student Affairs, and Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to provide a competitive, unique, and memorable collegiate athletic experience for student-athletes.
• Support SUNY Oswego, Student Affairs, and IA's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Serve as contact for the department in matters of media relations.
• Responsible for the coordination and production of radio broadcasts, web streaming, and television.
• Coordinate daily maintenance and updating of the athletic department website.
• Coordinate content, as well as use and design of our web/social media presence for the department.
• Compile and distribute the results of athletic events to news media, home and away teams, and Sports Information Directors following the completion of contests.
• Develop annual publishing timeline for media content to include but not limited to feature articles, themed releases, social media campaigns.
• Coordinate and edit all departmental publications.
• Coordinate photo/video of athletic events, media days, etc., for each team on an annual basis.
• Maintain intercollegiate athletic historical records by developing recordkeeping systems and procedures.
• In collaboration with the Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing and Fan Engagement, oversee departments' graphic standards policy and procedures.
• Supervise graduate assistants, interns and student employees as assigned, including game day personnel.
• Serve as a member of the Hall of Fame Committee. Assist in the coordination of the nomination and voting process.
• Serve on institutional and/or department committees as appropriate in consultation with the AVP/DIA.
• Contribute to the overall success of the intercollegiate athletics programs by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the AVP/DIA.

SUNY Oswego works continuously to create an inclusive environment which respects, embraces, and promotes cultural safety, belonging, civil discourse, cultural humility, and other values and goals outlined in SUNY Oswego's Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan. As such, the incumbent is expected to contribute to these efforts and possess communication and interpersonal skills necessary to engage effectively with an increasingly diverse community of students and colleagues.


Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, at the time of application
• 1-3 years of progressive intercollegiate athletic experience.
• Working knowledge of NCAA Live Stats, Presto Stats, and other necessary statistical platforms.
• Working knowledge of Sidearm Sports.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Suite and/or other creative content development tools.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Experience in developing and implementing diversity, equity, inclusion, wellness-related, and student success programming.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree.
• 3-5 years of progressive intercollegiate athletic experience.

At SUNY Oswego we value the diversity found in each member of our campus community and strive to create a community where that diversity is embraced and enhanced. Recognizing the strength of diversity, our mission is to foster an environment which respects, embraces and promotes cultural competence, civil discourse and active engagement in developing an inclusive and vibrant community of scholars who act as transformational agents of change and responsible citizens of the world. For more information see SUNY Oswego's Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan.

As a candidate seeking consideration you are asked to submit a separate statement specifically addressing how your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion has been evidenced in your career experience and professional activity, and/or community service (volunteer work, etc.), and/or professional development. (Please see Application Instructions)


Additional Information:

Oswego is committed to enhancing its diversity. SUNY Oswego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively engaged in recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. We encourage applications from qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim SUNY status, or criminal conviction. Please click here to see our full non-discrimination policy.

In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to work in the United States per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Requests for reasonable accommodations of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Human Resources Office by calling 315-312-2230 or emailing hr@oswego.edu.

For Campus Safety information, please click here to see the Annual Security and Fire Report (Clery).

SUNY Oswego is a smoke free/tobacco/e-cigarette free campus. Click here for further policy details, including education and cessation resources.

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Search Chair:

Heather Moore at heather.moore@oswego.edu

Visa sponsorship not available for this position.

Background checks will be conducted for finalists.


Application Instructions:

To Apply Submit:

1. Cover letter addressing qualifications
2. A separate statement describing your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in your professional experience or personal life or community engagement
3. Resume or CV
4. Contact information for three professional references

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