Assistant Director of Athletics Communications

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of one year of experience in a fast-paced, high-profile communications or public relations position. (Athletics/sports experience preferred)
• Ability to creatively produce and manage the design, layout, content and flow of multiple publications for multiple platforms (web, e-mail, podcasts, digital audio & video, digital photography, social media and print)
• Working knowledge and ability to:
  • Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • Work constructively and collaboratively in a diverse environment, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships
  • Work effectively in a highly-regulated team environment

Desired Qualifications: 

• Proficient in computer software programs, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and sports statistical software. Experience with Stat Crew and Genius highly desired.
• Experience with managing media relations for high-profile sport programs at the NCAA Division I level is highly desired.
• Familiar with website content management system.  Experience with WMT highly desired.
• At least three years of experience in athletic communications/sports information in an NCAA Division I university environment managing media relations and content development.
• Proficient in social media content creation and management including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat.
• Demonstrated experience in feature writing and designing infographics
• Basic knowledge and understanding of the professionalism and intensity necessary to successfully contribute to a Division I athletics program.

Position and Application Details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.  Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

As a part of the University of Iowa’s review of your application and consistent with its policies and practices, the University may access and/or view information about you that is job-related and publicly available on the internet, including but not limited to information on social media sites. The access, viewing and/or use of such information is governed by the University’s Policy on Human Rights, as well as state and federal law.

For questions or additional information, please contact athl-human-resources@uiowa.edu.