Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university is required; a Master’s Degree is preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in athletic/sports communications, strategic communications (internal, external, public relations, web publishing, graphic design, and social media) and administrative support at the collegiate level.
• Previous NAIA/NCAA statistical reporting and communication work required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Acrobat, InDesign, Effects, and Premiere), DakStat Software, and Content Management Systems.
• High level of organizational and strong communication skills required.
• Proficient with various social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Event Brite), journalism, graphic design, news and feature writing, video editing, and photography.
• Position requires long hours and may require exposure to adverse weather conditions, frequently involves night and weekend hours.
• Attach up to 5 work samples (writing and graphic design) and a list of references to your application

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assist the Athletic Director and Public Relations Director.
• Coordinate the management of home athletic contests for men’s and women’s sports.
• Coordinate, maintain, and publish monthly comprehensive schedules outlining all athletic events.
• Report stats, drat articles, and maintain the athletic website.
• Assist with drafting, designing, publishing and distributing marketing materials (print, digital and broadcast) and style guides.
• Assist with pithing and promoting the College’s events, academic programs, centers, faculty expertise and more to the public and media.
• Maintain and create all relative social media platforms at the collegiate level.
• Hire, train, and supervise department’s student workers.
• Provide game day support as needed.
• Assist in the planning of regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Assist with drafting and distributing reports.
• Attend all athletic and public relations staff meetings.
• Attend all communications-related events.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Must work well under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Should be entrepreneurial and can complete tasks with little to no supervision.
• Must be proficient with AP Style Guide and internal style guides.
• Demonstrates
  • Trustworthiness
  • Confidence
  • Enthusiasm
  • Initiative
  • Flexibility
  • Sound work ethics
  • A commitment to excellence and producing quality work

SUPERVISION AND EVALUATION

• Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the immediate supervisor in accordance with provisions of the Jarvis Christian College Administrative Policies and Procedures Manual.

PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATION

• Success in the workplace depends on a strong commitment to the tasks assigned, respect for others and confidentiality in handling, and dealing with prospects, and sensitive constituent information
• Honesty, integrity, and treating others with respect are expected at all times.
• Good presentation skills which include, but not limited to, professional dress/business attire, excellent personal grooming, and excellent verbal, as well as, written skills.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

• Assume responsibility for own professional growth and development, keeping current of best practices in area of responsibility

ETHICAL BEHAVIOR

• Adhere to the Jarvis Christian University Code of Ethics

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Twelve (12) month position

APPLICATION PROCESS:
A letter of interest; resume; transcript(s); and the names, titles, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) professional references are required for applicants to be considered. Screening of qualified applicants will continue until the position is filled.

Located in beautiful Hawkins, Texas, Jarvis Christian University, private, co-ed Historically Black Liberal Arts, four-year institution with a rich history and high standards of educational excellence. Founded in 1912, we are affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)., The mission of the university is to prepare a diverse population of lifelong learners intellectually, socially, spiritually, and personally through providing interactive services and using varied modalities of instructional delivery. Jarvis Christian is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and, this year, is celebrating 110 years of educating students. Jarvis Christian offers programs in Criminal Justice, Business Management, Religion, Data Analytics and Cybersecurity and attracts a diverse student body from 22 states and cover 60 nations.

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Located in beautiful Hawkins, Texas, Jarvis Christian University, private, co-ed Historically Black Liberal Arts, four-year institution with a rich history and high standards of educational excellence. Founded in 1912, we are affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)., The mission of the university is to prepare a diverse population of lifelong learners intellectually, socially, spiritually, and personally through providing interactive services and using varied modalities of instructional delivery. Jarvis Christian is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and, this year, is celebrating 110 years of educating students. Jarvis Christian offers programs in Criminal Justice, Business Management, Religion, Data Analytics and Cybersecurity and attracts a diverse student body from 22 states and cover 60 nations.

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