Job Abstract

Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Information

Athletics

JOB SUMMARY:

This position manages the daily operations of the Adelphi athletics sports information office including providing full coverage for all 23 athletic programs including – but not limited to- SAAC programs and initiatives, alumni events, fundraising events and community service projects. Coverage extends to both on and off campus events and games and is consistent with conference and NCAA requirements.

SALARY INFORMATION:

In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary for this position is $62,400. Adelphi University considers factors such as departmental budgets, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Adelphi University provides a comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees. For a list of benefits provided to employees, please click here.

REPORTS TO: Associate Director of Athletics, External Relations and SWA

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

1. Must be able to abide by NCAA and NE-10 requirements on required reporting of results, special programs and news worthy accomplishments.
2. Understand the importance of special athletic achievements by both students and teams. Provide all information to all sources including distributing information to local, state and national media.
3. Alongside Associate AD and graduate assistant, manage the athletic department’s website including daily updates.
4. Nominate athletes, coaches and staff members for conference, national and other athletically related team and individual Honors. Maintain all athletic related records.
5. Nominate student-athletes for post-graduation awards, recognition and scholarships.
6. Assist in the selection and promotion of the Adelphi Athletics Players of The Week.
7. Assist in the selection and promotion of all department special events in conjunction with the Coordinator of Special Events and athletic marketing.
8. Oversee and assist in the creation and implementation of all departmental social media strategies.
9. Serve as program administrator for assigned sports.
10. Supervise and coordinate working personnel at all athletic events, i.e. press box and scorer’s table in addition to hiring broadcasters and oversight of NE10 Now digital platform initiative.
11. Supervise Graduate Assistants and student employees.
12. Responsible for scheduling various outside service providers and submitting paperwork through the athletics business office to process payment.
13. Perform other job related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

1. Strong writing skills.
2. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with coaches and staff members for the promotion of sports program and student-athletes.
3. Ability to maintain accurate records that reflect the past and present.
4. Ability to prioritize workload.
5. Ability to be organized and emphasis on detail.
6. Knowledge of electronic media.
7. Ability to work with highly motivated coaches and athletes.
8. Knowledge of all sports Adelphi University sponsors.
9. Must be flexible to work when contests are scheduled.
10. Must coordinate graduate assistants, student workers and hourly employees.
11. Stay on the cutting edge of stat programs, Adobe creative suite, and design concepts
12. Must adhere to the rules and regulations of Adelphi University, the NCAA and the Northeast -10 Conference.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to work long hours.
2. Hours for the position are varied; evenings and weekends are required.

EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor’s degree is required.
2. Two to three years of related experience.

POSITION(S) SUPERVISED:

1. Student Workers.
2. Graduate Assistants.

ABOUT ADELPHI:

Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university dedicated to transforming students’ lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success. Adelphi offers exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training, with particular strength in our Core Four—Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Recognized as a Best College by U.S. News & World Report, Adelphi is Long Island’s oldest private coeducational university, serving more than 7,250 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, at learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, and online. The University offers students 79 undergraduate programs, more than 84 master’s degree and doctoral programs, and 63 certificate programs in the liberal arts, the sciences and professional training. With powerful partnerships throughout the New York area, more than 119,000 graduates across the country, a growing enrollment of students from 43 states and 72 countries, and rising rankings from top publications and organizations, Adelphi is a dynamic community that plays a leadership role on Long Island and in the region.