Sports Information Director Job at Fort Valley State University in Fort Valley

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Sports Information Director.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY:

Sports Information Director The Sports Information Director (SID) is a full-time, 12-month position. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the SID is responsible for oversight of a comprehensive public relations program and serving as the primary media contact for the University's 12 NCAA Division II sports. The position will oversee distribution of all department related news releases, game statistics reporting, production of department publications, and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares & manages departmental operational budget.
• Prepare regular news releases and feature stories for distribution to local media, hometown papers, intercollegiate opponents, boosters and other interested publics. Compile statistics and report game results.
• Coordinate the production of athletics publications including media guides, game programs, posters and schedule cards; maintain consistency in design and in the use of athletics department logos.
• Manage all aspects of the department's electronic media projects, including live radio/internet broadcasts of football and basketball games. Assist in securing sponsors and selling advertising.
• Oversee maintenance of the athletics web site ensuring that all content is accurate, current and consistent with approved style guidelines.
• Supervise all Sports Information support staff for home athletics contests. Secure necessary arrangements for media, scouts, officials, statisticians and other press box personnel for home football & basketball games. Mentor interns and student assistants assigned sports information responsibilities.
• Maintain complete historical records, including photography and video archives, for the athletics department.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in sports management, communications, or related field.
• Three years of experience in sports information.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in a related field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Ability to resolve issues under intense time constraints.
• Demonstrated excellence in sports journalism.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of sport statistics software (Statcrew).
• Experience in print lay-out, desktop publishing, web page design and sport broadcasting is highly desired.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• Game Day Setup. Physical Requirements:
• Light work - exerts up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally. Stooping, kneeling, reaching, repetitive motors.

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.