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Assistant Director of Sports Communication, Digital and Emerging Media
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22492064 | 49% Part Time | Schedule Varies | $64,300 - $114,300 |
Position Information
Assist in the publicity and promotion of 17 Division I varsity sports with the Big West Conference with a comprehensive approach which will elevate and advance the program. Under the supervision of the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Strategic Communications, incumbent will be responsible for the media coverage of assigned sports. The budgeted range for this position is between $42,000- $43,000. This position may travel up to 25% of the time.
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Licenses
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Valid Drivers License | Required |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Must possess or obtain a Valid CA Driver License in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles. | Required |
| Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours | Required |
| Travel | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills.
Advanced knowledge of appropriate editorial style and publication guidelines.
Advanced research and fact verification skills.
Skill to maintain absolute confidentiality.
Advanced knowledge of issues in higher education, a specialized academic discipline or field and/or health sciences.
Advanced skill in taking initiative to creatively identify and pitch story ideas to senior management and clients.
Advanced project management, organizational and problem recognition, avoidance and resolution skills.
Knowledge of computer applications for publishing, image handling, and/or web production.
Advanced interpersonal communications skills, including active listening and effective collaboration skills.
Advanced knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation and advanced skills to write clear, lively, engaging, compelling and effective copy in a variety of styles appropriate to target audiences and the broader public.
Working knowledge of Statcrew statistical programs, Photoshop, Indesign, Sidearm, Final Cut Pro, Illustrator.
Ability to travel nights, weekends and a flexible work schedule.
Advanced knowledge of appropriate editorial style and publication guidelines.
Advanced research and fact verification skills.
Skill to maintain absolute confidentiality.
Advanced knowledge of issues in higher education, a specialized academic discipline or field and/or health sciences.
Advanced skill in taking initiative to creatively identify and pitch story ideas to senior management and clients.
Advanced project management, organizational and problem recognition, avoidance and resolution skills.
Knowledge of computer applications for publishing, image handling, and/or web production.
Advanced interpersonal communications skills, including active listening and effective collaboration skills.
Advanced knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation and advanced skills to write clear, lively, engaging, compelling and effective copy in a variety of styles appropriate to target audiences and the broader public.
Working knowledge of Statcrew statistical programs, Photoshop, Indesign, Sidearm, Final Cut Pro, Illustrator.
Ability to travel nights, weekends and a flexible work schedule.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced, in-depth knowledge of the location, including its mission, goals, achievements, infrastructure, programs, and policies.
Administrative abilities, game management abilities/experience.
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, English or related field with emphasis on writing.
Experience working in a Division I collegiate sports information office
Administrative abilities, game management abilities/experience.
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, English or related field with emphasis on writing.
Experience working in a Division I collegiate sports information office
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview