This versatile writer will focus on crafting compelling written content that aligns with the communications department’s goals and the NCAA's mission. This role collaborates with various internal departments, member institutions and external groups to identify and produce stories that highlight student-athlete achievements both on and off the field. Additionally, the position oversees the production of NCAA Weekly, a key communication tool for engaging administrators and stakeholders across all divisions. Responsibilities include creating strategic communications plans, contributing to content amplification through multiple channels and supporting governance meetings and national office initiatives. This role also aids in Salesforce-related and internal communication efforts.

Job Responsibilities 

• Develop written content that aligns with the communications department’s goals and advances the national office’s mission.
• Collaborate with other NCAA departments, member schools, conferences and other affiliate groups to identify stories that align with the NCAA’s storytelling strategy, which includes highlighting student-athletes who excel athletically and academically, showcasing the diversity of the NCAA athlete community, and displaying how the college athletics experience benefits student-athletes at all levels of the Association.
• Oversee NCAA Weekly, an administrator-focused newsletter that aims to inform key stakeholders at member schools and conferences across all three divisions on the latest NCAA news, resources and notable stories.
• Work with other NCAA departments to create a robust NCAA Weekly calendar, creatively highlighting the national office’s value to the membership in a clear and concise medium.
• Partner with other communications units to help increase the reach of written content, including via social media, search engine optimization and external media pitches.
• Assist with development and implementation of communications plans for other national office initiatives supporting membership or staff.
• Provide tactical communications assistance for governance meetings that impact student-athletes, member schools and conferences.
• Contribute to Salesforce strategy by assisting with member or staff emails as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements     

• High school diploma. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum three years writing and/or editing experience preferred, especially within college athletics and higher education.
• Finely tuned organizational and tactical skills. 
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic communications, including management of multiple tasks and deadlines. 
• Superior attention to detail.
• Superior writing skills and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Estimated Travel Required <10%
• This position will be based out of the national office in Indianapolis, Indiana.  Current work environment is hybrid; 3 days in the office and 2 days are remote.

Key Competencies 

• Teamwork | Can effectively work together with other people and collaborate to achieve a common goal or to complete a task in the most effective and efficient way.  
• Accountability | Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established control systems and rules. 
• Effective Communication | Can exchange ideas, thoughts, opinions, knowledge, and data so that the message is understood with clarity and purpose.
• Stakeholder Focus | Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders, gets first-hand stakeholder information and uses it for improvements in products and services, acts with stakeholders in mind, establishes and maintains effective relationships with stakeholders and gains their trust and respect through honesty, integrity, authenticity, and inclusivity. 
• Resourcefulness | The ability to creatively cope with difficult situations, or unusual problems. It is about problem-solving and getting things done in the face of obstacles and constraints. 

Core Values 

• LEADERSHIP| We actively listen and continually strive to provide vital solutions, counsel and advocacy for student-athletes and intercollegiate athletics.
• INCLUSION| We seek and incorporate different perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and impact.
• COMMUNICATION| We commit to an environment of openness to build trust and make timely decisions.
• COLLABORATION| We work together, based on mutual respect, to lead and serve our stakeholders.
• ACCOUNTABILITY| We take ownership for our actions and results to add value every day.

About NCAA

The National Collegiate Athletic Association is a member-led organization dedicated to the well-being and lifelong success of college athletes. NCAA schools award nearly $3.5 billion in athletic scholarships every year and provide vast support to help student-athletes graduate at a rate higher than their general student peers.

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