What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Information Specialist position at Community College Career Connect?
General Purpose
Under direction, publicizes and promotes college athletic teams and student athletes; develops and distributes a wide variety of media guides, programs, press releases and other materials; attends home team and designated away events to perform a variety of functions in support of the athletic program; and performs related duties as assigned.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge Of
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or a related field, and at least three years of progressively responsible experience working for a media outlet, public relations or marketing organization with a demonstrated knowledge of college-level sports; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Licenses, Certificates And Other Requirements
Certain assignments may require a California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Districts vehicle insurance program
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand; and lift up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work; work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work with frequent interruptions; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with District managers, staff, the public, the media and others encountered in the course of work.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees generally work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet. Employees also work in sports facilities, indoors and outdoors, where the noise level can be loud and where they may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
The employee may be required to travel to locations other than assigned work site and to adjust to work schedule changes and requirements to work overtime.
Assessment Process
APPLICATION SUBMISSION
To move forward in the selection process, you must complete an online application through our web site at http://www.schooljobs.com/careers/scccd. Please attach to your application copies of your degrees or transcripts (must include when degree was awarded) or your application may be considered incomplete. Resumes may also be uploaded but cannot be used in lieu of a completed application.
ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.
When completing the application, please make sure you include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALL fields, including the name and contact information for your supervisors. Experience that is included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered for the purpose of determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.
All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you. The State Center Community College District does not accept letters of recommendation for classified positions. Please do not attempt to attach letters of recommendation to your application.
APPLICATION REVIEW AND ASSESSMENTS
The application review process includes an evaluation of training and experience based on given application information and answers to supplemental questionnaire. Only the most qualified applicants, who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the assessment process.
The assessment process will include a competency assessment (40% weight) and an oral interview (60% weight). Of those achieving a passing score on the competency assessment, only the most qualified, plus ties, will be invited to the oral interview assessment. Passing score is 75% out of 100% on each assessment section.
Initial Testing Tentatively Scheduled For
COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT: MAY 28, 2026
ORAL INTERVIEW ASSESSMENT: JUNE 11, 2026
The assessment process / assessment date is subject to change as needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be delivered via email to the address listed on your application.
ELIGIBILITY LIST
Only the most qualified applicants who achieve a passing score on the assessment will advance to the next phase of the recruitment process. Candidates who pass all components of the assessments will be placed in rank order on a Fresno City College Open-Competitive List. Using the same process, a separate Fresno City College Promotional List will be established and both Lists will be used concurrently. Unless other wise indicated, the eligibility list will be used to fill current vacancies in this classification districtwide for at least six (6) months.
PASSING THE ASSESSMENTS AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBILITY LIST DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT.
VERIFICATIONS OF EMPLOYMENT WILL BE COLLECTED IF AN OFFER IS MADE
ACCOMMODATIONS
Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the State Center Community College District Personnel Commission Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request including an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.
SCCCD is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. We respond proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcome individuals excited to join our District’s purpose to support student success both locally and globally. United, we the faculty, classified professionals and administrators pledge to treat all applicants and employees fairly and equitably.
Under direction, publicizes and promotes college athletic teams and student athletes; develops and distributes a wide variety of media guides, programs, press releases and other materials; attends home team and designated away events to perform a variety of functions in support of the athletic program; and performs related duties as assigned.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
- Develops ideas for, writes and distributes press releases, game stories, feature stories and athlete and coaching staff biographies to promote college sports.
- Writes, designs, edits, lays out and coordinates production and distribution, both in hard copy and electronically, of college sports team rosters, schedules and media guides/programs ranging from simple to elaborate in scale.
- Conducts media relations activities; creates and maintains effective working relationships with members of the sports media; provides media outlets with detailed sports results, stories, background information, statistics, records and photos for publication proactively and as requested.
- Attends and provides radio coverage of sports events; may manage the press box for football games.
- Assists other Communications staff in writing, editing and coordinating publication of a variety of print materials, as assigned.
- Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District.
- Collaborates with photography staff on photography assignments for sports events; maintains copies of photos of student athletes and coaches.
- May update the Athletics website by utilizing web applications to maintain and post a wide range of athletic information, including press releases, game stories, feature stories, scores, photos and statistics; ensures website and web pages meet Americans with Disabilities accessibility requirements.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge Of
- Principles, practices and applications of marketing, public relations, public affairs and media relations.
- Associated Press (AP) and other journalistic standards, methods, procedures and techniques used to write press releases and stories and develop publicity materials.
- Principles and practices of sound journalistic and business communication; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
- Sports rules, National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) scorekeeping, and statistical guidelines for a variety of sports at a level necessary to carry out assigned responsibilities.
- Digital camera use and operation and lighting and setting conditions that affect photo quality, particularly in a sports environment.
- Research methods and data analysis techniques.
- Provisions of the California Public Records Request Act.
- Standard web applications applicable to areas of assigned responsibility
- Market, promote, publicize and generate media interest in sports and student athletes.
- Utilize AP and other journalistic standards to draft and distribute press releases and feature and game articles.
- Write, design, lay out and coordinate production, both in electronic and hard copy versions, of sports promotion publications, such as media guides, game programs, brochures and flyers.
- Represent the college effectively to game officials, coaches, administrators and athletes from other colleges and conferences.
- Develop and maintain contacts with sports media personnel.
- Operate a computer and other standard office equipment and use web publication, spreadsheet, word processing and enterprise software.
- Maintain confidentiality of student files and records.
- Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive service-oriented practices.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Operate a computer and use standard business software.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or a related field, and at least three years of progressively responsible experience working for a media outlet, public relations or marketing organization with a demonstrated knowledge of college-level sports; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Licenses, Certificates And Other Requirements
Certain assignments may require a California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Districts vehicle insurance program
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand; and lift up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work; work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work with frequent interruptions; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with District managers, staff, the public, the media and others encountered in the course of work.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees generally work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet. Employees also work in sports facilities, indoors and outdoors, where the noise level can be loud and where they may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
The employee may be required to travel to locations other than assigned work site and to adjust to work schedule changes and requirements to work overtime.
Assessment Process
APPLICATION SUBMISSION
To move forward in the selection process, you must complete an online application through our web site at http://www.schooljobs.com/careers/scccd. Please attach to your application copies of your degrees or transcripts (must include when degree was awarded) or your application may be considered incomplete. Resumes may also be uploaded but cannot be used in lieu of a completed application.
ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.
When completing the application, please make sure you include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALL fields, including the name and contact information for your supervisors. Experience that is included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered for the purpose of determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.
All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you. The State Center Community College District does not accept letters of recommendation for classified positions. Please do not attempt to attach letters of recommendation to your application.
APPLICATION REVIEW AND ASSESSMENTS
The application review process includes an evaluation of training and experience based on given application information and answers to supplemental questionnaire. Only the most qualified applicants, who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the assessment process.
The assessment process will include a competency assessment (40% weight) and an oral interview (60% weight). Of those achieving a passing score on the competency assessment, only the most qualified, plus ties, will be invited to the oral interview assessment. Passing score is 75% out of 100% on each assessment section.
Initial Testing Tentatively Scheduled For
COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT: MAY 28, 2026
ORAL INTERVIEW ASSESSMENT: JUNE 11, 2026
The assessment process / assessment date is subject to change as needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be delivered via email to the address listed on your application.
ELIGIBILITY LIST
Only the most qualified applicants who achieve a passing score on the assessment will advance to the next phase of the recruitment process. Candidates who pass all components of the assessments will be placed in rank order on a Fresno City College Open-Competitive List. Using the same process, a separate Fresno City College Promotional List will be established and both Lists will be used concurrently. Unless other wise indicated, the eligibility list will be used to fill current vacancies in this classification districtwide for at least six (6) months.
PASSING THE ASSESSMENTS AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBILITY LIST DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT.
VERIFICATIONS OF EMPLOYMENT WILL BE COLLECTED IF AN OFFER IS MADE
ACCOMMODATIONS
Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the State Center Community College District Personnel Commission Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request including an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.
SCCCD is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. We respond proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcome individuals excited to join our District’s purpose to support student success both locally and globally. United, we the faculty, classified professionals and administrators pledge to treat all applicants and employees fairly and equitably.