Job Title: Assistant Media Relations Dir
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 24979
Job Code: 0800 Public Affairs/Communication Specialist -12 Month
Department: Sports Information
CompensationClassification: Public Affairs/Communication Specialist - II
Salary Range: $3,515/month - $6,173/month
FLSA Status: Exempt


San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. For more information on programs available, please visit http://www.sjsu.edu/up/all/benefits/
About the PositionThe Assistant Media Relations Director provides traditional, internet, social and digital media coverage and publicity and chronicling of the University's Intercollegiate Athletics program. The incumbent is responsible for the communications, media relations, internet activities, and contribute to the social and digital media activities for assigned sports which includes recording and archiving history of these sports as assigned. The incumbent interacts and communicates effectively with the university's student-athletes, coaches, staff and athletics administrators; media members locally, regionally and nationally; university faculty, staff and administrators; San Jose State University alumni, fans, followers and supporters of the athletics program; university affiliates not limited to the Mountain West, the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation, the Western Athletic Conference and the Golden Coast Conference personnel; and the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association).
Minimum Qualifications-Bachelor's degree, which includes relevant coursework in the field
-Three years of related professional or technical experience
Preferred Qualifications-Master's degree in related field or an equivalent
-Experience working in athletics media relations for an institution of higher education, a conference office, a professional sports team or working for a recognized sports media outlet
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities-Ability to effectively use digital technologies to achieve communication goals.
-Basic knowledge of applicable copyright and other laws pertaining to written materials, news media and confidentiality.
-Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain relationships within the university and community and with the media.
-Basic knowledge and understanding of media outlets.
-Ability to engage diverse publics through strong written and verbal communication skills.
-Ability to meet deadlines and occasionally multiple deadlines simultaneously.
-Ability to work with PC and MAC-based applications.
-Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically PhotoShop and Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and SIDEARM Sports website tools.
-Proficiency with sports software statistical programs such as StatCrew, GolfStat, Genius, Meet Manager, and Hy-Tek.
-Working knowledge and experience with successful messaging on social media platforms not limited to Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
-Working knowledge of video editing skills.
-Knowledge of NCAA and conference rules and regulations.
Posting DateApril 26, 2019
Application ScreeningApplication Screening begins May 10, 2019
Applications received before that date will receive first consideration.

This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.
Required Application MaterialResume
Letter of interest
List of References

Please note that failure to completely fill out each section of the online application may result in your application not receiving consideration.
Additional InformationSatisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a conditional offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS)

All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Equal Employment StatementSJSU is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

It is the policy of SJSU to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities who self disclose.
Contact InformationOne Washington Square San Jose, CA 95192-0046
Phone: 408-924-2250