Assistant Director- Athletics Communications

Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment with use of computer and phone. Work also performed in sports facilities. Must be prepared to work non-business hours and weekends. Travel is required for some road contests of assigned teams.

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.
This recruitment will remain open until filled.

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Develops and executes primary media relations program building awareness of and support for the NCAA Division I Pacific Athletics program and its strategic priorities major regional media markets, as well as nationally, by pitching and placing stories and other content in ways that reach and engage target audiences, including via the news media, the athletics web site, its social media platforms and other communications channels. Advises student-athletes, athletic coaches, and leadership on effective media relations, and coaches' student-athletes, athletic coaches, and athletic administrators on media interviews and media training. Plans, implements and measures the results of media campaigns. Enhances and protects the athletic department and universities reputation through effective issues and crisis management and excellent media relations. Advises and keeps internal and external audiences, including the news media, informed during emergencies. Establishes and maintains media experts database by developing strong relationships with coaches staff, students, alumni, and others to cultivate content and story ideas that support Pacific Athletics brand. High level of decision making and autonomy within scope of responsibilities as this professional must be adept at moving quickly, multi-tasking, and handling daily and emerging priorities. Must be comfortable working with senior athletics and community leaders.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Pacific offers full-time employees a unique opportunity to live on our beautiful campus at below-market rental rates-helping you save time and money on your commute.

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, walking across campus, climbing stairs, bending, stooping and reaching. Constant verbal and written communication. Occasional lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment with use of computer and phone. Work also performed in sports facilities. Must be prepared to work non-business hours and weekends. Travel is required for some road contests of assigned teams.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.