http://www.cosida.comCoSIDA Posted Job OpportunitiesLatest joobs posted on CoSIDAbarbkowal@cosida.comen-us60Assistant Sports Information Director - Emmanuel Collegehttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2688Emmanuel College (Boston, Mass.) invites applicants for the position of Assistant Director of Sports Information. This is an 8-month, part-time position within the Emmanuel College Athletic Department.  The college will accept applications until this position is filled.

Qualifications:
Requirements include an undergraduate degree in sports management, communications, journalism or a related field; working experience in the sports information field; demonstrated organizational skills; and working knowledge of new media with strong internet and website maintenance skills preferred, as well as experience on Mac and PC platforms, primarily with InDesign, Photoshop, and The Automated Scorebook (TAS), StatCrew. Excellent organizational, written and oral communication and interpersonal skills required. Prior statistical experience with men's and women's lacrosse programs is preferred.

Responsibilities:
Include, but are not limited to: Serving as the primary contact for several of Emmanuel's 16 varsity sports programs.  The successful candidate will serve as a liaison to members of the media to effectively promote and publicize the department of athletics and its student-athletes through campus, local, regional, hometown and national media outlets. The candidate will help to oversee Emmanuel's athletics website: www.goECsaints.com, and will be responsible for the development of copy and all materials for press releases, game programs, news releases, game notes, recaps and feature stories. 

The assistant director will compile statistics at athletic events using Statcrew and serve as the home site manager for selected athletic events.  Night and weekend work is required.

Monthly Stipend:  Range $1,100-$1,500 per month (depending upon experience) for this
8-month (September-April) part-time position.

To apply: Candidates should go to:
http://emmanuel.interviewexchange.com/static/clients/13EM1/listJobs.jsp;jsessionid=2FD0B2D8C09976CAB9585BEC21E6771A


]]>Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxAssistant Sports Information Director - Texas State University-San Marcos,http://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2689
Job Description:
Texas State University-San Marcos, a member of the Southland Conference and a NCAA Division I member is seeking applications for the position of Graphic Artist I (Assistant Sports Information Director) to assist in the operation of the Sports Information Office. This position is full time and benefits eligible and reports to the Assistant Athletic Director/Sports Information Director. The Graphic Artist I (Assistant Sports Information Director) position is responsible for the creation of sport related publications and press releases for mass media distribution and serves as a media relations contact for the Department of Athletics.

Duties:
Create sport related publications, including graphics and copy, for distribution to media and other constituents; provide creative input to enhance the athletic department's web site; serve as media relations contact and provide statistical coverage for soccer, women’s basketball, track and field and other assigned sports; write press releases; serve as liaison between athletic department and printing vendors to coordinate publication printing in compliance with NCAA, University and State rules and regulations; supervise student workers during coverage of home events; and perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director/Sports Information Director.

Required Qualifications:
- Skill in writing clear, concise press releases and feature stories that are distributed to the media and other constituents
- Skill in working with others to develop and maintain relationships and contacts
- Knowledge of nuances of intercollegiate athletics
- Working Knowledge of stat crew software
- Knowledge and experience in video editing/production and/or website content/management.
- Ability to work evenings and both days of the weekend

Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors' degree
- Additional consideration will be given to applicants who possess a Masters degree
- Two-years previous experience working in a college sports information office as a full-time staff member, intern or graduate assistant

Additional consideration will be given to applicants whose experience in sports information includes working with soccer, men’s or women’s basketball, golf, along with track and field.

To Apply:
YOU CAN ONLY APPLY FOR THIS JOB by completing the Texas State University online application located on the Human Resources web page. You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application. Your application should include information detailing your ability to fulfill the required and preferred job qualifications stated in this job posting. Applicants may be required to submit professional portfolio. A link to the on-line application is listed below:

https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1266949812539

Texas State is an EOE and is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions. Texas State University-San Marcos is a member of the Texas State University System. Employment with Texas State University-San Marcos is contingent upon the outcome of a criminal history background check.


]]>Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxSports Information Director - Concordia University Texas (CTX)http://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2687
Job Summary:
The Sports Information Director will provide all statistical support for home contests, including the reporting of scores and stories to necessary local media outlets and conference and national affiliations. The coordinator will also oversee production of all athletic newsletters, programs, and promotional materials along with developing, updating and maintaining the athletic department web site in order to provide our students, fans, parents, and community with newsworthy information about our programs, coaches and student athletes.

Minimum Required Education and Experience:
• Bachelors Degree in Communication, English, Sports Management or related field.
• Playing and coaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.
• Experience working within the sports field/environment.
• Statistical knowledge of NCAA sponsored sports.
• Experience fundraising.
• Knowledge and experience in overseeing the production of radio and webcasting of collegiate sport events.
• Experience with website design and management.

Essential Job Functions:
• Comply with the CTX Athletic Department Procedures Handbook; Mission and Philosophy of Athletics; NCAA and CoSida Sports Information Directors Code of Conduct and Ethics as well as basic rules of eligibility.
• Be an active member of CoSIDA.
• Abide by all University policies.
• Responsible to maintain a professional image while representing the University at games, practices, away trips, conventions or meetings and in the local community.
• Dress appropriately daily and professionally for games or matches.
• Provide statistics for all home sports contests; deliver statistics to appropriate persons and organizations.
• Design, update and maintain the athletic department web site.
• Update the scores, stats, scrolling ticker, and news releases daily.
• Maintain a relationship with the university’s Director of University Communications to optimize coverage of news releases.
• Oversee updating of sports statistics for each sport at the conclusion of their season.
• Write hometown news releases on all athletes; maintain a sports photo file for each sport and for individual athletes.
• Insure newspapers are advised of all sports scores of all contests.
• Insure CTX scores are disseminated on campus as appropriate.
• Keep The University newspaper updated with weekly reports.
• Work in conjunction with Director of Athletics to maintain Athletic Sports Information budget.
• Communicate needs and or changes to budget to the Director of Athletics.
• Coordinate the funding and publishing of annual sports brochure and athletic newsletters and online newsletters.
• Design various publications for the athletic department including: game day programs, camp brochures, banquet video, recruiting materials, and other projects as assigned by the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.
• Develop and maintain working relationship with local TV and newspaper sports departments.
• Coordinate with each sport coach to meet the needs, within our guidelines, of their program.
• Coordinate and perform, when designated, broadcast of radio and or web casting of department games or matches with Communications Department.
• Disperse team rosters and schedules to opponents, conference and NCAA and officials via team prospectus and preview.
• Attend Athletic department meetings and functions.
• Represent the University and athletic department in the community when needed.
• Participate in yearly review.
• Host weekly coaches’ internet radio show.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Working knowledge of Concordia University (CTXs) vision and mission.
• Working knowledge of intercollegiate sports and athletic rules and regulations.
• Working knowledge of MS Office including MS Word, MS Messenger, Excel and MS Outlook.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Demonstrated skills in public speaking.
• Ability to follow institutional, N.C.A.A. Division III and American South West Conference policies and regulations

Salary and Benefits:
Annual salary is $35,000. Concordia University has a competitive benefits package including full medical, vision, mental health and dental for the employee, with the option to pay for family members and the option to choose the level of coverage.

Employees are enrolled in a retirement program paid for by the University and have the option of contributing to a 403B retirement savings plan with a match of 50% of the first 2% of the salary contribution. Other benefits include disability, life insurance, and tuition waivers. Staff, and dependants and spouses of fulltime staff, are eligible for tuition benefits after 6 months of employment.

How to Apply:
Please submit resume, cover letter, one sports writing sample and three references to jobs@concordia.edu or by mail to Concordia University Texas, Human Resources, 11400 Concordia University Drive, Austin, Texas 78726.

Concordia University Texas (CTX) is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks. CTX is an institution of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod and, to the extent allowed by law, reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religion.

]]>Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxAthletic Communications Assistant - Penn State Universityhttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2686
This position reports to the Associate Director, Athletic Communications, has no benefits and will run from the time of hire through June 30, 2010.

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include serving as the primary contact for field hockey, women’s swimming and diving, and baseball; producing online team record books, game notes, news releases, and feature stories; generating feature content and other unique coverage for GoPSUsports.com, the official Website of Penn State Athletics; responding to media requests; staffing home and selected away events; supervising statistical crews and other event support personnel; other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
Requires Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations or related field, plus at least one year of work-related experience in communications or public relations. Excellent communication and organizational skills and proficiency in desktop publishing (Quark) and Photoshop required. Experience with recording and editing video a plus.

Requires considerable initiative, creativity and independence. Experience in posting documents with HTML desirable. Experience with statcrew software preferred.

To Apply:
For quickest consideration, interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and links to any available online samples to Stephanie Petulla, Associate Director of Athletic Communications at sam252@psu.edu

Hard copies of samples and resume materials may be sent to:
Stephanie Petulla
Associate Director, Athletic Communications
101D Bryce Jordan Center
University Park, Pa. 16802

Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

]]>Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxTournament Operations & Communications Internships - American Junior Golf Associationhttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2685
The interns will travel extensively throughout the United States during the internship to help conduct national junior golf tournaments. The AJGA hires more than 50 interns between our spring and summer internships to help the full-time staff conduct more than 85 events throughout the year.

Priority Deadline: November 12, 2010 Applicants for the spring MUST apply by the November deadline.
Final Deadline: January 7, 2011

Tournament Operations Internship Job Responsibilities         
• On-course rules officiating
• General tournament set-up and preparation
• Golf course set-up and preparation
• Starting and scoring of players
• Media and public relations
• Monitoring equipment inventory, maintenance and replenishment
• Public speaking

Communications Internship Job Responsibilities
In addition to the above duties, Communications interns will:
• Post results and news releases
• Prepare each tournament’s printed materials
• Tournament photography
• Distribute results to local and national media
• Update the AJGA’s Web site, ajga.org
• Media and public relations

Internship Details
Spring: March – May 2011;
Summer May – September 2011(End dates vary depending on your school schedule).

Interns are paid $200/week for the spring and $225/week for the summer, most travel expenses, all lodging and food expenses are covered and this internship may be used to receive college credit. Polo Golf/Polo Ralph Lauren uniforms, Under Armour shoes and Bolle sunglasses will be provided for all interns.

Application Requirements and Deadlines
Visit www.ajga.org/internships to complete the on-line application and personal bio. You will then need to submit: a cover letter, resume, state government-issued three-year (minimum) driving record, and three recommendation letters.

If you are interested in being considered for the communications internship you will need to submit three AP Style writing samples in addition to the other requirements. These items may be submitted all at once or separately via mail, e-mail or fax (770-868-4211 or 678-425-1653).

Priority Deadline: November 12, 2010 Applicants for the spring MUST apply by the November deadline.
Final Deadline: January 7, 2011

Contact
For questions regarding the internship you may contact Lauren Shelly, Manager of Recruiting and Special Events via email lshelly@ajga.org or 770-868-4200, ext. 1753.


]]>Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxAssistant Director, Media Services (Deadline: Sept. 20) - University of Nevadahttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2684Media Services.

Responsibilities:
This position will likely be responsible for the coverage of women’s volleyball and women’s basketball and other sports as assigned.

The major function of the Assistant Director, Athletics Media Services, is to publicize and promote the intercollegiate athletics department at the University of Nevada. This position handles the day-to-day media services responsibilities for selected sports, including writing, producing and editing media guides and game programs, writing weekly and event news releases, updating the department web site, compiling statistics and maintaining historical archives. This position acts as a liaison between the coaches, student-athletes, sports programs and athletic department with the local, regional and national media, fans/general public, conference personnel and NCAA officials to pitch stories and handle information requests from around the country. This position also coordinates the press box/press row operations and statistical crews for each of the assigned sports.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree and two years of experience in an athletics media relations office at the college or university level or other related communication field.

Preferred Requirements:
NCAA experience, Women’s Volleyball and Women’s Basketball.

To Apply:
Applicants must apply online at https://www.unrsearch.com/postings/8380. Please attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

Applications must be received by September 20, 2010. EEO/AA women and under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.


]]>Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxAssistant Director of Media Relations - University of Pittsburghhttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2683 The University of Pittsburgh is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Director Media Relations.

This is a full-time, 12 month position with University benefits.

Duties:
Individual will serve as the primary media relations contact for the Pitt women’s basketball program, along with several assigned Olympic sports. Responsibilities may include, but not limited to writing and editing press releases, coordinating interviews, managing media guides, editing game programs, writing feature articles, preparing game notes, generating and coordinating website updates, game management and statistical duties from a media relations standpoint, maintaining records and history, scheduling photo shoots and serve as liaison to conference and national officials.

Individual will also be required to assist the media relations staff in coordinating media activities for all sports. Individual may be required to travel with assigned sports.

Requirements:
Minimum requirements are a bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of athletic media relations experience in a collegiate or professional setting or related field. Individual must possess excellent writing and communications skills.

To Apply:
Interested candidates are required to apply and submit a resume and cover letter on the University’s Human Resources website, www.pittsource.com.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer. ]]>Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxDirector of Corporate Communications - United States Sports Academyhttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2682General Description

The Director of Corporate Communications will be responsible for pro-active planning and implementation of all aspects of the Academy’s communications and publications. He or she is responsible for creating new ways to promote the United States Sports Academy, the American Sport Art Museum and Archives (ASAMA) and its entities and to increase enrollment at the Academy, membership in ASAMA and participation in both organizations. The Director is responsible for developing public relations that complement the advertising campaigns and support the marketing efforts of the Academy and for organizing and implementing any publicity efforts that are assigned by the President and CEO or his designee.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required (master’s preferred) in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or Promotion. Appropriate degree is highly desirable, although suitable experience may substitute for some or all education. A background in Higher Education, Sport and/or Sport Journalism and Public Speaking desired. Must have practical experience in establishing speakers’ bureaus and collaborating with community and national projects. Must be able to plan and stage special events, have experience working with the media, possess practical computer knowledge and proficiency in using a variety of MS/Windows compatible computer applications and software such as desk-top publishing and standard desktop suite.

The qualified individual should possess the skills to prepare publication materials that are camera ready and have the ability to create presentations in a variety of media.

The successful candidate must have the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines and should be able to initiate projects; have ability to write and edit press releases; possess creativity and the ability to communicate effectively with strong written and oral communication skills.

Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include but not limited to medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability and life insurance, TIAA/CREF retirement/403(b) Plan, paid vacation and tuition assistance.

Application
Applicants should send a letter of interest, resume, and three references to:
jobs@ussa.edu

or fax: 251-621-2527

or mail to:
United States Sports Academy
Attn: HR
One Academy Dr.
Daphne, AL. 36526

www.ussa.edu EOE





]]>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxSports Information Director - LeTourneau Universityhttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2680Location: Longview, Texas
Reports To: Athletic Director                         
Date Position is Available: Immediately

Responsibilities:
This position will develop and coordinate all sports public relations activities and programs, prepare and edit materials promoting interest in the athletic teams for release to the various news media and solicits the community for sales of advertisements to underwrite various campus publications. Duties and responsibilities include:

1. Prepares or coordinates the preparation of news releases to various news media.
2. Coordinates the preparation of game programs and media brochures for publication.
3. Directs arrangement of press coverage and all necessary equipment for various news and communications media covering home athletic events.
4. Serves as official source for vital statistics and general information describing university athletics and teams.
5. Plans, conducts and coordinates a public relations activity for the university sports program.
6. Coordinates sports public relations with the University Director of Public Relations.
7. Interviews, hires and monitors the activities of student workers or volunteers assigned to the position.
8. Must be able to use StatCrew software program for: soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball and tennis.
9. Maintains Letourneau University’s Athletic website.
10. Coordinates photographic services for coaches and the department.
11. Compiles and reporting game results and individual statistics to the appropriate sanctioning bodies of which LeTourneau is a member.
12. Writes and prints newsletters for boosters, alumni, and other friends of the athletics program.
13. Provide other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
14. Handle all PR duties as it pertains to American Southwest Conference publicity efforts, adhering to weekly reporting deadlines, compiling award nominations, providing statistical services, use of Stat Crew/Automated Scorebook, post-game score and statistical file reporting, website updates, and strict adherence to ASC media relations guidelines and policies.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Public Relations or related field and experience in sports journalism, knowledge of university athletics, knowledge of and skill in the principles and practices of public information and public relations work, good written and oral communication skills, knowledge of supervisory practices and principles.

LeTourneau University seeks a person with an enthusiastic and contagious Christian faith who is committed to Christian higher education that integrates Christian faith with learning.

Salary and Benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and other qualifications. LeTourneau University provides a significant benefit package, which includes medical and life insurance and contribution to a retirement program.

Procedure for Application:
Applications will be reviewed in the order received and will continue until the position is filled.
In accordance with applicable provisions of federal law, applicants for employment who are in agreement with the educational mission of LeTourneau University and applicants for admission to educational programs or activities are considered without discrimination on the basis of race, age, sex, handicapping condition, or national origin. Inquiries about this policy should be directed to the Director of Human Resources, (903) 233-4170.

Applications are required and are available from www.letu.edu/jobs or from the Business Office, LeTourneau University, 2100 Mobberly Avenue, Longview, TX.

Send completed application, and a current résumé to:
Terri Deike, Athletic Director
LeTourneau University
2100 South Mobberly Avenue
Longview, TX 75607
903.233.3762
903.233.3751 fax

About the University:
Inspired by faith and a spirit of ingenuity, LeTourneau University integrates learning, living and Christian leadership in a community of integrity, academic quality and technological innovation. LeTourneau University is a regionally accredited, interdenominational, evangelical Christian university offering undergraduate degrees in the liberal arts and sciences, business, education, engineering, engineering technology, and aeronautical science and Master's degrees in business administration. In addition to its residential campus in Longview, the university offers programs for adult students at major educational centers in Tyler, Dallas, Austin, and Houston, Texas.

The university's 3386 students represent approximately 50 states, 20 foreign countries, and more than 47 different denominational groups. The entering freshman class averages of SAT scores range from approximately 140-160 points above the national average and evidence a strong academic quality, although provision is made for students with lower scores who possess evidence of potential achievement.

LeTourneau has been recognized more than twelve times by U.S. News and World Report as one of "America's Best Colleges." LeTourneau University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, baccalaureate and master’s degrees. The business program is accredited by IACBE. LeTourneau University’s engineering and engineering technology programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission and the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 – telephone: 410-347-7700. The Carnegie Foundation classifies LeTourneau University as a Master's (Comprehensive) University II.

The 162 acre main campus is located in Longview, Texas, a progressive hub city with an MSA of 150,000, nestled among the beautiful pine-forested hills and lakes of East Texas. It is approximately 120 miles east of Dallas, Texas and 60 miles west of Shreveport, Louisiana.

See http://www.letu.edu for more information.

]]>Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxSport Information Intern - Concordia University (Ore.)http://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2681
Description:
The position is a 9-month appointment commencing immediately, and reports directly to the Sports Information Director. A stipend of $1,150/month will be available for the internship on a 10-month term, to run through approximately June 30, 2011.

Responsibilities:
This position reports directly to the Sports Information Director and will assist with day-to-day sports information operations for Concordia’s 15 varsity sports. The intern will assist the director in publicizing CU sports through publications, websites and ‘new’ media. Primary duties include: maintaining statistics and records for selected sports; preparation and distribution of press releases/game notes; writing news releases and feature stories; and assisting with game-day operations.

Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications include an undergraduate degree and at least one year of experience in the sports information/athletic media relations field in a college or professional sports setting. Candidates must be able to work nights and weekends. Preferred experience includes knowledge of Stat Crew, PhotoShop and InDesign.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a collegiate sports information/media relations office; possess good writing and editing skills; and knowledge of college athletics. Degree and experience must be in a related field.

Experience with internet/website applications is a priority, along with solid writing skills and personal communication skills. Graphic design background and experience in a collegiate sports information office are preferred.

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should e-mail a PDF containing a letter of application, resume (including references) and work samples to:
Jason Dormeyer, SID, Concordia University, at jdormeyer@cu-portland.edu

Applications will be accepted until position is filled and review of materials will begin immediately.










]]>Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxSports Information Specialist (2 Positions- Sept. 3 deadline) - California State University, Bakersfieldhttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2676
POSITION: No. 1458 (Please use the position number when applying)

SPORTS INFORMATION SPECIALIST (Two Positions open)
(Public Affairs/Communications Specialist I)

These two full-time, permanent positions are available in the Athletic Department under the supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director, Media Relations, and will serve as primary contacts for selected, plus additional sports responsibilities as assigned.

California State University, Bakersfield opened in 1970 and enrolls approximately 8,000 students. The athletic program currently fields 19 sports. Competing at the NCAA Division I level. Bakersfield has a population of nearly 400,000 and is located in the Southern San Joaquin Valley. It is a sports minded community with affordable housing.

DUTIES:
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: assist the Sports Information Director in publicizing Roadrunner Athletics to the media, boosters, and related groups; serve as the primary contact for selected sports; provide assistance with other sports as needed; report results to the media; write press releases and maintain records and files; assist with the maintenance of the CSUB Athletics website; produce printed and multimedia materials related to the promotion and marketing of CSUB’s teams, student-athletes and events while assisting the marketing and development office with related tasks; and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a Bachelor’s degree (preferably in communications, journalism, sports administration or related field) and minimum one year of full-time experience in collegiate sports information or athletic media relations (minimum experience at a graduate assistant level is acceptable). Proficiency in the following computer software programs is required: Adobe Photoshop, Quark Xpress or Adobe InDesign, Stat Crew, Microsoft Office, and a web CMS tool (e.g. CSTV Netitor, Neulion Titan or Sidearm). Proficiency in New media applications (e.g. Facebook, Twitter) is preferred. Positions also require strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, the ability to appropriately handle sensitive information, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel when necessary.

It shall be the policy of the CSU in filling vacant CSUEU bargaining Units 2, 5, 7 & 9 positions to fill such vacancies from among qualified individuals currently employed on-campus except when it is determined that it is necessary to appoint outside applicants to meet campus workforce diversity goals or to provide specialized skills and abilities that are not available from current employees.

It is the policy of California State University; Bakersfield to hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to present documentation verifying their right to accept employment. You will also be requested to present a social security card at the time of initial appointment in compliance with state payroll regulations. State regulations require that every state employee sign the Oath of Allegiance prior to commencing the duties of his/her State employment, except legally employed non-citizens. These individuals are required to sign the Declaration of Permission to Work.

SCREENING:
Only those applicants possessing experience most directly related to the immediate needs of the office will be invited to appear before a Qualifications Appraisal Board for the purpose of appraising training, experience and interest in the position.

FILING DEADLINE:
For priority consideration, application materials must be received by September 3, 2010. However, the position will remain open until filled.

APPLY TO:
All applicants (including those on campus) must apply to the Office of Human Resources with an official California State University, Bakersfield application along with the names of three professional references and copy of degree/transcripts, if applicable, to receive consideration.

Official California State University, Bakersfield application forms must be completed in full and received in the Human Resources Office by 5:00 p.m. on/or postmarked by the specified closing date, unless otherwise indicated. Resumes are welcomed but will not be accepted in place of the official application. E-mailed applications or resumes will also not be accepted.

Applications are available outside the Office of Human Resources and may be downloaded from the Human Resources website at www.csub.edu/BAS/hr/nonfacem.shtml.

Candidates who reside outside the city of Bakersfield may contact the Office of Human Resources and request that an application be mailed to their residence. It takes a minimum of 4-6 weeks from the closing date for a position to be filled. Upon submission, all application materials become the exclusive property of California State University, Bakersfield and will not be copied or returned.

]]>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxAssistant Sports Information Director - Purdue Universityhttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2678 Responsibilities:
Work independently with women's soccer, men's and women's swimming/diving and baseball to maintain and strengthen the image of Purdue Intercollegiate Athletics. Provide supervision for student assistants, game-day statistics staff and others to ensure all conference, NCAA and other reporting deadlines are met and reports are accurate.

Required:
· Bachelor's degree.
· Minimum of two years of experience in sports information in a university or conference office setting or experience in sports reporting for a newspaper, magazine or other media outlet.
· Mastery of desktop publishing tools including PageMaker or Quark, Photoshop, and other programs.
· Ability to multi-task and remain composed under stress.
· Ability to think and react quickly to changing circumstances.
· Ability to anticipate trends and developments in coverage of Purdue sports teams and exploit those changes to burnish the image of Purdue Intercollegiate Athletics.
· Knowledge of the latest technologies that can be exploited to attract positive attention for our programs, including but not limited to using push or pull technologies at purduesports.com to attract fans' and reporters' attention.
Preferred:
· Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field of study.
Additional Information:
· A check of criminal conviction records will be made for employment in this position.
· FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
· Retirement Eligibility: TIAA/CREF Contribution Waiting Period

To Apply:
Qualified applicants please apply online at www.purdue.edu/jobs and reference positing number 1000710

Purdue University is an equal opportunity, equal access, affirmative action employer.
]]>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxAssistant Sports Information Director - Lynn Universityhttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2679
Description:
The position will assist the Sports Information Director in the daily operation of 11 intercollegiate athletic programs.

Duties:
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, being the primary media contact for specifically assigned men’s and/or women’s athletic teams, being the liaison between national, regional and local media for specific sports, producing media guides, maintaining historical records, compiling game-day statistics, broadcasting radio events, editing and formatting photos, reporting scores to the Sunshine State Conference, NCAA or any other outlets, actively work with athletic marketing and assisting in the maintenance and upkeep of the athletics web site as well as other duties as assigned. Some travel will be required, as well as working events on nights and weekends.

Required Experience:
Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred; along with two-years experience in the sports information field, such as: serving as an assistant assigned to one or more sports; or as a graduate assistant/intern assigned to one or more sports or any combination thereof.

Must have experience using statcrew software for volleyball, soccer, basketball and baseball/softball and have working knowledge of PageMaker/Quark, Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Office. Radio experience, strong interpersonal and writing skills preferred. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Compensation is commensurate with education and experience.

To Apply:
Applicants should submit cover letter, resume and writing samples to:
resumes@lynn.edu

see more information on Lynn University, located in Boca Raton, Fla. here: http://www.lynn.edu/

]]>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxAssistant Director of Athletics Media Relations. - Tarleton State Universityhttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2677
Responsibilities:
The assistant will serve as the primary media contact for several sports (including volleyball, women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s track and field, baseball) while maintaining sport statistics, reporting to the NCAA and the Lone Star Conference, writing and editing press releases and game stories, designing and writing media guides, updating both the athletics website as well as the athletic council website, working with video and social media, helping coordinator support efforts with corporate sponsors and perform other various duties as assigned by the Director of Media Relations and the Director of Athletics.

Qualifications:
Strong writing and communications skills, along with a working knowledge of StatCrew, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office in a PC and MAC environment. Graphic design and web content management experience, along with a familiarity with NCAA Division II rules and regulations is preferred. Working knowledge of video and social media is also preferred. Prior experience of at least two years in sports information/athletic media relations office is required. Candidate must be flexible to travel with assigned teams for competitions as required, including weekends and/or holidays.

This full-time position with benefits will remain open until filled with an immediate start date.

To Apply:
Applicants should forward a cover letter, resume, work samples and references to Joey Roberts, Director of Athletics Media Relations, Tarleton State University, Box 0720, Stephenville, TX 76401, or by email: jroberts@tarleton.edu (PDF document preferred).

Applicants must also fill out the application online at www.Tarleton.edu.

Tarleton State University is a proud and successful member of the NCAA Division II and the Lone Star Conference. It is the policy of Tarleton State University to provide equal opportunities and reasonable accommodation to all persons regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

]]>Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxAssistant Director of Sports Media Relations (Oct. 1 deadline) - Fordham Universityhttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2675 Position Reports to: Director of Sports Media Relations

Starting Date: November 15, 2010
(Resumes accepted until October 1, 2010)

Responsibilities:
To include but are not limited to:
• Primary media contact for women’s basketball, softball, men’s soccer, men’s and women’s cross country and men’s golf.
• Assist with other sports when necessary
• Assists with administering all media services for the Athletic Department; designing and editing media guides and game programs, coordinating interviews, producing press releases and game notes, and recording statistical information.
• Provide media relations event and game-day management activities.
• Maintain and update the athletic web site, to include scores, rosters, schedules, articles, press releases, statistics, and game notes. Responsible for incorporating GameTracker and video streaming for selected sports.
• Provides conference offices with required information for weekly releases and announcements.
• Supervises the statistics staff, and work-study staff that assist in the administration of all athletic contests for selected sports as determined by the Director of Media Relations.
• Assists the Athletic Department in its communication and public relations initiatives with the Office of Public Affairs.
• Assists with the preparation and editing of scripts and publications for Athletic Department special events.
• Attends home and away games for selected teams.
• Compliance with all NCAA, Atlantic 10 and University rules and regulations.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Schedule:
Position will involve night and weekend work as well as travel with selected teams.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in communications or other related field required. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years experience in a collegiate Sports Information Office, Conference Office, or closely related field required, preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance issues as they pertain to publicity and promotional efforts required.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills required.
• Computer experience with PageMaker/InDesign and Microsoft Word required.
• Knowledge of Statcrew software programs required.
• Experience with video streaming and editing in Windows Media required.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Starting Date: November 15, 2010
(Resumes accepted until October 1, 2010)

To Apply:
Send letter and resume to:
Joe DiBari
Director of Sports Media Relations
dibari@fordham.edu
Fax: 718-817-4244

FORDHAM UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION INSTITUTION.
]]>Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxAssistant Sports Information Director (Sept. 3 deadline) - Baldwin-Wallace Collegehttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2674Department/Division:  College Relations                 
Classification:  Administrative Staff (N)
Status:  Full-time, exempt, replacement
Work Schedule: Non-traditional
 
Job Summary: The Assistant Sports Information Director at Baldwin-Wallace College is responsible for working with the SID to publicize the achievements of B-W teams, coaches and student-athletes and supports College initiatives related to the recruitment and retention of students and institutional advancement. The Assistant SID will work directly with the SID to manage a student staff and effectively manage the SID Office.
 
Essential duties, tasks and responsibilities:
·      Maintains the Athletics Web site (primary person)
·      Maintains Athletics Web Guides (primary person)
·      Maintains Most Athletics Statistical Information and Records (primary person)
·      Writes and places Game, Game Program, media and web stories
·      Produces video and audio packages for athletics Web Site and selected new media
·      Maintains Athletics Photography Database (primary person)
·      Maintains selected social networking venues
·      Maintains statistical rosters on the NCAA Web Site
·      Manages some athletic events
·      Helps generate revenue through athletics advertising
·      Helps to manage a staff of student assistants
 
Qualifications:
·      A Bachelor’s degree, preferably related to communications, and experience working in a sports information program.
·      Strong communication skills: written, verbal and interpersonal.
·      Strong organizational and management skills; ability to work in a team setting.
·      Ability to work collaboratively and positively with diverse groups.
·      Knowledge of B-W varsity sports/ athletics and/ or recreation.
·      Mastery of related software packages for statistics (e.g. StatCrew), video and audio production.
·      Publication experience with knowledge of PageMaker, In-Design and Adobe Photoshop.
·      Ability to work with and manipulate digital images and maintain a photo library
·      Ability to shoot and produce video and audio for selected new media
·      The ability to work long hours: work schedule can cover seven days-a-week, most weekends and some holidays during the academic year.
 
Working Conditions:
Work is performed indoors and outdoors. Some exposure to physical risk. Must be able to climb stairs.  May work in all weather conditions. May work in extreme temperatures and noisy environments. May work around electrical and mechanical hazards. Some lifting and moving. Will work with large numbers of people including student-athletes, coaches, staff, and media. Work long hours during peak periods.
 
Compensation:
A competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, 12 days paid sick leave, 4 weeks paid vacation, 13-15 holidays, employer-paid long and short-term disability plans, 403 (b) retirement plan, college-paid life insurance and tuition remission benefits for employee and spouse. To learn more about the College’s benefits package, go to: http://www.bw.edu/resources/hr/
 
To Apply:
Email resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references postmarked no later than September 3, 2010 to HR@bw.edu
 
Baldwin-Wallace College is an EEO/AA employer and educator. At B-W, we support and encourage diversity in a variety of forms. We value and appreciate inclusive excellence in the classroom, within extracurricular activities, and as we engage our community partners. Learn more at Diversity Affairs - http://www.bw.edu/quickfacts/diversity/
 
 

]]>Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxSports Information Intern - Case Western Reservehttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2673
Job Summary:
The Sports Information Intern at Case Western Reserve University is responsible for working with the Sports Information Director to publicize the achievements of CWRU teams, coaches and student-athletes and supports University initiatives related to the recruitment and retention of students and institutional advancement. The SID intern will work directly with the SID to manage a student staff and effectively manage the SID Office.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
· Assisting with maintenance of the Athletics Web site
· Maintaining most athletics statistical information and records
· Writing and placing game, game program, media and web stories
· Assisting in maintaining Athletics photography database
· Helping to manage a staff of student assistants

Qualifications:
· A Bachelor's degree, preferably related to communications, and experience working in a sports information program.
· Strong communication skills: written, verbal and interpersonal.
· Strong organizational and management skills; ability to work in a team setting.
· Ability to work collaboratively and positively with diverse groups.
· Knowledge of related software packages (e.g. StatCrew).
· Publication experience with knowledge of In-Design and Adobe Photoshop.
· Ability to work with and manipulate digital images
· The ability to work long hours: work schedule can cover seven days-a-week, most weekends and some holidays during the academic year.

Compensation:
The successful candidate will receive a monthly stipend of $1,000 for eight months.

To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to
nicholas.minerd@case.edu

]]>Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxSports Information Assistant - Norwich Universityhttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2672 Norwich University is accepting applications for the position of Sports Information Assistant.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, all aspects of assisting the Sports Information Director in day-to-day operation of the Sports Information Office. Primary responsibilities include all sports information duties to include designing and writing media guides, writing weekly press releases, compiling team statistics and records, reporting to the Great Northeast Athletic Conference and Eastern College Athletic Conference, assisting with game day and press box operations, aiding with the daily maintenance of Norwich’s athletic Web site and assisting with various administrative duties.

The successful candidate will serve as the primary media relations contact for several intercollegiate athletic programs with emphasis on certain assigned sports (to be determined). The position will require regular office hours as well as night-time, weekend and holiday work schedules.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a communications related field. Candidates should possess a broad-based knowledge of Division III athletics and NCAA regulations. Experience in a collegiate sports information office is preferred. Strong organizational skills, solid writing ability and working knowledge of IBM compatible computers, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photo Shop and PageMaker 7.0 are desired. Familiarity with StatCrew statistical packages is desired as well.

To Apply
To apply, send letter of application, resume, work samples and the names and phone numbers of at least three professional references to:

Christian Anderson
Sports Information Director
Norwich University
158 Harmon Drive
Northfield, VT 05663.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

]]>Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxAssistant Media Relations Director - University of Texashttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2671 DATE AVAILABLE: Immediately
SALARY: Ranges from $30,000 - $40,000 (negotiable depending on qualifications)

TO APPLY: Interested individuals must apply online at www.utexas.edu. Click on the employment link. The positions posting number is 10-08-16-01-0825.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as a coordinator of content for MackBrown-TexasFootball.com and assist in all media relations duties for football. Serve as liaison for coaches and student-athletes with media and with conference, NCAA and departmental contacts. Help produce, review and approve video content and special features for MackBrown-TexasFootball.com; develop a website video/multi-media content strategy and/or plan for MackBrown-TexasFootball.com website; plan and assign or write and edit MackBrown-TexasFootball.com website content; assist in writing, editing of football publications; assist in all writing and editing of football game notes, press releases and feature stories.

Assist in coordinating press management efforts for Texas football games: distribution of media credentials; provide appropriate information to media; assist in coordination of post-game interviews and releases. Assist with supervision and development of student assistants. Attend outside functions and activities as a representative of the department. Other related functions as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree. Minimum of three years work experience in video editing, production or management; athletics media relations or website content management. Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance issues as they pertain to publicity and promotional efforts. Must have exceptional interpersonal communications skills and recent examples of creative video work or web content stories. Must have the ability to work with a variety of different people and personalities.

Computer experience with Macintosh and PC computers using desktop publishing and/or video/graphic production software is a must. Working knowledge of Photoshop software as well as examples of video/still photo/graphic work.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, sports management, or related area. More than the required experience in athletic media relations, sports information, and/or video editing/production or website content/management. Experience in video production or editing or creative design. Seeking an individual with experience working with iMovie or Final Cut video editing software. Extensive organizational skills and work experience managing several projects simultaneously. Creative skills necessary to generate unique ideas for website coverage and publications productions.

Working conditions: Exposure to all weather conditions. Exposure to standard office conditions. Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Work both independently and as a team member; intrastate and interstate travel; work with sensitive and confidential information; work with large numbers of people including student-athletes, coaches, staff, and media. Work long hours during peak periods.

Licenses: Class "C" Operator's Driver's License. Applicant selected must provide a current three-year Driving Record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident.

Security sensitive; conviction verification conducted on applicant selected.

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

The University of Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, citizenship status, Vietnam era or special disabled veteran's status, or sexual orientation.



]]>Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://cosida.com/rss.aspxAssistant Sports Information Director - University of Evansvillehttp://www.cosida.com/jobs.aspx?jobid=2670The University of Evansville, an NCAA Division I member of the Missouri Valley Conference, is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of assistant sports information director. This is the number two position in the sports information department.

Responsibilities:
Serve as the primary SID contact for women’s basketball, baseball and one fall sport. Duties include website and social media updates, design of online guides and game-day programs, writing pre-game and post-game stories, developing relationships with local media, directing press box operations for women’s basketball and baseball, serving as official scorer at baseball, traveling to all women’s basketball games and a majority of baseball games.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree. Experience with internet/website applications is a priority, along with solid writing skills and personal communication skills. Graphic design background and experience in a collegiate sports information office are preferred.

Entry level salary. Full benefits.

To Apply:
Application deadline is August 25. Please email resume and list of references to Bob Boxell, SID, University of Evansville, at bb33@evansville.edu.

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