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Black Hills State University

Working Title

Assistant Athletic Director for Athletics Communication

Posting Number

NFE02177P

Department

BHSU-Intercolleg Athletics

Physical Location of Position (City)

Spearfish

Posting Text

Black Hills State University is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Athletics Director for Athletics Communication. BHSU is a member of NCAA Division II and the RMAC. The primary purpose of this position is to oversee all aspects of the Athletics Communication Office at Black Hills State University. DUTIES:-Serve as the supervisor for the Assistant Director of Athletics Communications/Video Content Services and Athletics Communications Graduate Assistant-Serve as the primary contact for assigned sports-Provide written content (press releases, game recaps, features) and edit, layout, and design media guides or record books for assigned primary sports-Write, edit, and design game programs for assigned primary sports, publish media game notes, manage social media accounts (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), input computer statistical data at those events, and maintain the content of the official athletic department website-Act as the liaison between local and national media and student-athletes and coaches for assigned sports-Must be available to work evenings and weekends; some travel is required.-Helping to secure staff for home events in their primary sports, supervising temporary, part-time, and student employees along with the athletics communications staff, and assisting with football game day operations or other sports as directed-Report statistical data, press releases, and weekly, monthly, and yearly nominations to the Rocky Mountain Athletics Conference and NCAA.-Other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS:-Bachelor’s Degree-Demonstrated outstanding writing and editing skills, and experience with publication software through Adobe Creative Cloud including InDesign and Photoshop software-Working knowledge and experience with NCAA LiveStats through Genius Sports and the StatCrew (TAS) scoring software-Web editing knowledge through an online content site manager (Sidearm Sports)-Experience with updating and managing social media accounts-Strong organizational, and interpersonal skills and the ability to build a working relationship with local media outlets TO APPLY:Applications must be made online at http://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please attach a cover letter, resume and the names/contact information of at least three professional references. This position is open until filled with a first review date of November 15, 2023 at 11pm (mountain time). For application assistance, contact Human Resources at 605.642.6549. Questions specific to the position may be directed to Scott Larson at scott.larson@bhsu.edu. Black Hills State University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check.

Posting Date

11/02/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

First Consideration Date

11/15/2023

Advertised Salary

Minimum $45,000 DOE/Q

Duration of the Term

12 months

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent

100

Work Hours

8am-5pm M-FNight and weekend games

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type

Regular

Faculty Status

No

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search

This position requires

Travel, Weekends/Holidays, Other, Overnight stays, Valid Drivers License

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with more than 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state’s second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams.

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Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Physical Requirements

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Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Carrying, Climbing Stairs, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting Above Waist, Lifting Below Waist, Lifting light, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Squatting, Use Both Hands, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)

Describe any of the conditions selected

Sensory Requirements

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Color Vision, Depth Perception, Distant Vision, Hearing, Near Vision, Peripheral Vision, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses)

Working Conditions & Exposures

Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day.

Extreme Weather Conditions (wind, rain, snow, humidity), Walking/Standing on rough or uneven surfaces (gravel, rocks, etc)

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Working Environment

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Athletic/Wellness Facilities, Office Environment, Outdoors Environment

If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Where did you hear about this position?
   • SDBOR Employment Site
   • BHSU Website
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • SD Department of Labor
   • Rapid City Journal
   • Black Hills Pioneer
   • Referral
   • Other

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Reference List Optional Documents 1. Other

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