Associate Director of Athletics, Communications, & Public Relations

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has an amazing opportunity for individuals excited and committed to lifelong learning and being a key member of our leadership team as our next Associate Director of Athletics, Communications, & Public Relations.

As our new Associate Director of Athletics, Communications, & Public Relations, you will oversee, develop, and implement media relations plans and publicity for the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education. While serving as the executive producer of the Athletics Website, you will manage the day-to-day operations of athletics communications including maintenance of the website and archives for 20 varsity sports and area budget management. As the Associate Director of Athletics, Communications, & Public Relations you will serve as the primary communications contact for the Athletic Director and internal department affairs by directing public relations, media relations, sports information, and feature stories in print and electronic media. You will develop and implement media relations plans for assigned sports programs to attain and maintain positive exposure for Athletics and student-athletes as well as write, edit, and publish print materials including media guides, press releases, contest programs, contest recaps, and feature stories for assigned sports programs. As our new Associate Director of Athletics, Communications, & Public Relations, you will pitch stories to appropriate media outlets, track and clip media mentions, follow up with media contacts and coordinate with university resources. In addition to carrying out administrative supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the institute’s policies and applicable laws, you will provide daily verbal and written communication to the unit and department staff as well as administratively supervise, lead, and provide technical mentorship for team members.

Qualified candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree in communications, sports management, or a related field and three years of related professional experience is required. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills are necessary. Must be able to adhere to proper grammar and Institute editorial guidelines. Effective time management, organizational and program coordination skills are required. Strong analytical and fiscal management skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision are essential. Must be computer literate, specifically with spreadsheets, social media, and web design. In addition to these qualifications, preferred applicants will have a master’s degree in communications, sports management, or a related field and five years of related professional experience. Division 3 coaching experience is preferred.

At Rose-Hulman, your successes are celebrated in a welcoming, supportive, and flexible environment with a number of benefits and resources including a variety of health benefit options; voluntary benefits such as Group Accident and/or Group Critical Illness Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Caregiver Resources; participation in Tuition Exchange; a generous and flexible paid leave program and dedicated time for professional development. As a Rose-Hulman employee, you will also enjoy access to full-service fitness facilities and programming; a performing arts center featuring national touring acts and campus productions; and access to state-of-the-art labs, facilities, and equipment. All employees experience opportunities to have an impact on student lives and be part of a greater purpose through multidisciplinary project collaboration that can have a global impact as well as receiving continual encouragement and support of philanthropic and volunteer opportunities.

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) focused institution, whose students’ education and success are the nucleus of everything we strive for. We support and recognize excellence in teaching, learning, innovation, and intellectual growth of our students, faculty, and staff. Our campus culture is student-focused, welcoming, and inclusive. Here, we believe that every employee has a role to play in the mission of the institute: to provide our students with the world's best undergraduate science, engineering, and mathematics education in an environment of individual attention and support.
Located on the banks of the Wabash River and conveniently located within driving distance of seven major cities, Terre Haute is a vibrant community with a revitalized downtown, museums, parks, four higher ed institutions, a rich historical past, and dynamic food, music, and arts scene.

Applications: Only online applications/resumes submitted via the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Employment Opportunities website will be accepted until the position is filled. Contact Human Resources at 812-877-8153 for questions.

EEO/AA
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. It is the Institute’s policy to treat all employees and applicants equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences, and other employment standards. Rose-Hulman will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission on the basis of race, religion, sex, pregnancy, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any complaint process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Human Resources.