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Sports Information Assistant - (PT Temporary) CPTN12197ATH

College of Dupage
United States, Illinois, Glen Ellyn
425 Fawell Boulevard (Show on map)
Nov 14, 2024
Sports Information Assistant - (PT Temporary) CPTN12197ATH Sports Information Assistant - (PT Temporary) CPTN12197ATH The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago, vitally connected to our local area for over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus which is home to nine associate degrees and a wide variety of professional and technical certificates. Many of these credentials prepare students to seamlessly articulate into the baccalaureate programs of our higher education partner institutions. College of DuPage is committed to student success and values an inclusive and welcoming community environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Our connection to the larger metropolitan area is essential to our success and provides a wealth of diverse cultural and recreational opportunities. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: This position serves as the assistant to the Sports Information Coordinator with a focus on athletic department social media communications. This role will be responsible for helping the athletic department manage the Athletics website, Athletic Social Media pages, and streamlining communication between College of DuPage and other media outlets. Responsible for assisting the Sports Information Coordinator with the daily maintenance of the College of DuPage Athletics website. Write timely feature game stories as assigned, articles that spotlight team members, student athlete bios, and game previews. Provide timely and compelling sports information to both internal and external stakeholders. Work closely with all coaches to gather scores, specific game-related information etc. Assist with design and production of game programs and media guides. Assists with managing daily communication responsibilities for the athletic department. Assists with College of DuPage athletic related social media platforms and outlets. Assist with compiling athletic statistical information and assemble athletic historical records. Work with the student newspaper (The Courier) to maximize the exposure of teams. Assists with coordination of athletic photography during in game competition. Provide backup for the daily maintenance of the College of DuPage Athletics website in conjunction with the College's webhosting service, SIDEARM. Work with a caseload of athletic teams to keep their biographical, statistical, and contest information and updated across all electronic platforms. Manage the COD Athletic department social media accounts (X, Instagram, Facebook etc) Assists the athletic administration with additional duties, as assigned. Qualifications: Education Bachelor's Degree required. Concentrations in digital media, sports marketing, sports management, journalism, or other related field preferred. Experience At least 1 year working in an athletic department. Some experience writing and editing sports information and news articles. Prior experience working in a Sports Information Director's office at another college preferred. Working Conditions: Standard office equipment Potential travel required with athletic teams Occasionally working in inclement weather conditions Much of the work will be required during athletic contests which happen in the afternoon and evenings as well as on weekends Public Address announcing may be required during game Working with computers, scoreboards, message centers, and PA equipment Hybrid Remote Eligible: Part-Time Work Schedule: Up to 29 hours weekly Hiring Range: Classified 9 Hourly/18.25 - 21.70 Competitive starting pay is dependent on education and experience. College of DuPage also offers regular part-time positions a variety of fringe benefits including retirement benefits, access to holiday pay, personal time and other discounts on classes. College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. College of DuPage does not discriminate against individuals in employment opportunities, programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or on any other basis protected by law. To apply, visit https://cod.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/2179?c=cod jeid-e954597341468d498352443b270178b7