Assistant Director of Athletics Communication & Marketing

Job Overview

The Assistant Director of Athletics Communications & Marketing is a key member of a three-person team responsible for overseeing all communications and media relations activities for the Department of Athletics and Recreation at Allegheny College, located in Meadville, Pennsylvania.

Primary Responsibilities

• Compose and refine news releases as well as feature articles.
• Support daily updates and maintenance of the college’s athletic website.
• Act as the main liaison between the department and media outlets for several athletics programs.
• Create, design, and revise publications such as media guides and game programs.
• Manage and guide the student staff involved in athletic communications.
• Coordinate the nomination and promotion efforts for student-athletes regarding various honors, awards, and recognitions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and Recreation.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree is mandatory; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Between 1 to 3 years of professional experience is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are crucial.
• Experience within collegiate sports information is necessary, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and deliver high-quality results.
• Familiarity with Division III athletics philosophy and enthusiasm for a motivated, team-oriented environment is important.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Google Sheets.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays with flexibility in scheduling.

Compensation

The position offers an hourly wage of $16.00 and is classified as non-exempt.

About Allegheny College

Founded in 1815, Allegheny College is a historic liberal arts institution recognized for its innovative educational approach requiring students to pursue majors and minors in diverse academic fields. Situated in western Pennsylvania, the college is notable for fostering independent thinkers through multidisciplinary studies and has received numerous accolades including top rankings by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report.

The college is committed to a supportive, inclusive academic environment that encourages intellectual growth, social responsibility, and civic engagement. Diversity and equal opportunity are strongly valued, and the institution actively promotes an accessible and discrimination-free workplace.

Additional Information

• Location: Meadville, Pennsylvania
• Employment Type: Full-time, Onsite
• Work Schedule: Includes evenings, holidays, and weekends with flexible hours required
• Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and underrepresented groups