Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Communications | Northwest Nazarene University

Nampa, Idaho, Northwest Nazarene University is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Communications. This is a position that is primarily responsible for all details of sports information at NNU. This is a full-time, non-exempt position that reports to the Director of Athletics. Essential Functions Serve as the primary sports information contact for all 17 intercollegiate sports Create and write press releases and feature stories on athletic website Maintain and update sports information files and links on athletic website Keep department social media accounts updated Provide game-day supervision and administrative support at home contests for all communication-related components of athletic events. Including all aspects related to producing the live stream. Supervise and coordinate media and statistical activities at all hosted contests; train and oversee statistical staff in the use of game-day software Supervise and coordinate all web-based broadcasts Coordinate athletic press conferences Produce and/or assist with game-day athletic publications Promote post-season honors for student-athletes and work in conjunction with head coaches to promote pre-season and post-season awards Coordinate sports information communication with the conference office, regional and national organizations Oversee and train Assistant Sports Information Directors and Graduate Assistants for Athletic Communications as needed Collaborate and work with the Athletics Administrative Team in all things related to NNU Athletics Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a communications-related field High motivation and commitment to the University, including the ability to self-start, be calm under pressure, meet deadlines, work without direct supervision, be able to multi-task, problem-solve, and relate to a variety of personalities under diverse circumstances Ability to obtain and maintain current First Aid and CPR card Ability to obtain NNU driving certification One to three years of experience in a collegiate sports information office or sports media field Working knowledge of industry-standard software The University requires that all candidates be Christians (preferably in the Wesleyan tradition) and must be comfortable with and in agreement with the mission and lifestyle values of NNU. Candidates are asked to respond to the information items listed on the NNU Christian Mission requirements  Preferred Qualifications Experience in an NCAA Division I, II, III or NAIA institutional setting Play-by-play broadcasting experience or exposure Experience with live video-streaming technology Knowledge of Statistical Process and Inputting with various sports Application Process To be considered for this position, a complete application must be received. Complete application packet will include the following: Letter of interest NNU application (link below) Resume Two reference letters from professional associates Responses to the NNU Christian Mission Letter of reference from current pastor Transcripts (unofficial acceptable for the hiring process; official required upon hire)  Apply HERE Employment at Northwest Nazarene University is contingent upon the results of an independent background check. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Salary will be determined by the educational background and experience of each applicant and will be discussed with individual candidates as they are invited to interview for this position. Full-time personnel will be offered access to a benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance for employee and family, life and disability insurance, flexible spending plan, health savings account, tuition benefits, opportunities for professional development and a retirement program.