Assistant Athletics Director for Communications

Rockhurst University is seeking applications for a full-time Assistant Athletic Director for Communications. Founded by the Jesuits in 1910, Rockhurst is a comprehensive university that offers more than fifty undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs taught by nationally recognized faculty. Rockhurst emphasizes learning, leadership, and service.  Located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, Rockhurst is a Catholic university in the Jesuit tradition committed to providing inclusive, innovative, and transformative education. As a comprehensive university and supportive community of nearly four thousand students, our mission is to form lifelong learners in the liberal arts tradition who engage the complexities of our world and serve others as compassionate, thoughtful leaders. Rockhurst's quiet, 55-acre campus is nestled just blocks from KC’s famed Country Club Plaza and minutes from downtown. Our campus quad is accented with large oak trees, surrounded by rustic stone buildings. 

The Associate/Assistant Athletic Director for Communications manages all media relations, communications, and statistical data for all Rockhurst University Athletics, and NCAA DII program. They promote athletes and staff, maintain records, manage the athletic website and social media, and coordinate game-day press operations. This position acts as the primary liaison between teams and the media. Rockhurst University sponsors 22 NCAA sports, and 2 non-NCAA sports and a pep band.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of website maintenance
• Effective writing and communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Able to maintain composure in fast paced environments
• Knowledge and experience with statistical packages for all the sports we sponsor. Previous work with uploading scores and stats to NCAA reporting site (or similar statistical/score reporting sites). Knowledge of statistical box scores, abbreviations, and stating language.
• Experience with social media platforms, including strategy, timing, and trends.
• Ability to work with coaches, staff, student-athletes, university marketing and external organizations, visiting institutions, such as sport organizations, GLVC, and the NCAA.
• Experience with live streaming and production.
• Knowledge of sport photography and editing software
• Adherence to professional standards, institutional guidelines, and GLVC and NCAA policies.
• Promote the mission of the Athletic Department and Rockhurst University
• Bachelor’s degree, master’s degree preferred
• 3-5 years experience in a collegiate athletics communication setting, or similar athletic setting.

Full-time Rockhurst employees enjoy an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 37.5-hour work week
• Tax deferred retirement plan with employer match
• Free undergraduate and graduate classes for employees - 6 credit hour limit per semester
• Free undergraduate classes for spouses and dependent children
• Vacation and sick time along with 15 paid holidays
• Positive work environment
• Leadership and development opportunities

The application process requires a cover letter, salary requirements, and contact information for three references.  Rockhurst cannot accept any application materials (resumes, cover letters, etc.) by email, mail, or walk-in. All applications and application materials must be submitted through our online application system.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.  It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Rockhurst University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Rockhurst University is committed to creating a diverse working environment. The University recruits and employs successful candidates without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and/or disability in employment, educational programs, or activities that it operates. In order to qualify as a candidate, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time Rockhurst is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.