Rutgers University is hiring: Sports Information Director in Newark

Rutgers University-Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution located in Newark, New Jersey, is seeking a Sports Information Director. The Department of Athletics & Recreation provides all athletic and recreation activities for students, staff, faculty, and alumni on the Newark Campus. This position reports directly to the Athletics Director and is responsible for public relations, sports information, activities, marketing, and fundraising information.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as primary liaison to the media, creating timely dissemination of information, including news releases, event results, statistics, etc.
• Provide all media-related activities, including media relations, interaction with opposing team sports information offices, and reporting of event outcomes to the appropriate media outlets.
• Plan, develop, coordinate, and implement strategies to enhance marketing and promotion of varsity teams, athletics, and special events. Create and place departmental print and electronic advertising as required.

Position Status:

Full Time

Work Arrangement:

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, sports management or related field and a minimum of three to five years of experience with Sports Information at a college level.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently, as well as with staff and students.
• Excellent writing and interpersonal skills; extensive computer experience is necessary.
• Knowledge of NCAA statistical data and reporting system.
• Knowledge of and experience in management and operation of athletic web pages (SideArm, Presto Sports, or IMG).
• Knowledge of social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
• Computer graphics and photography skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in journalism, public relations, or sports management.
• Experience as Director or Assistant Director of Sports Information at the college level.
• 5 years of experience as Director or Assistant Director of Sports Information at the college level or related experience in the sports media industry.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be able to work under sometimes challenging physical conditions and lift heavy items up to 50 lbs, per OSHA standards.

Special Conditions:

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.