Assistant Director of Strategic Communications
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
- The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
- The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
- Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
- Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
- UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Position Information
General Information
| Vacancy Open to |
All Candidates |
| Employment Type |
Permanent - Full-time |
| If time-limited, note appointment end date |
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| Hours per week |
40 |
| Months per year |
12 |
| Position Number |
012575 |
| NC Salary Grade Equivalency |
GN06 |
| Classification Title |
Public Communications Spec |
| Working Title |
Assistant Director of Strategic Communications |
| Salary Range |
$37,978 - $47,473 |
| Anticipate Hiring Range |
$37,978 - $46,062 |
| FLSA Status |
Non Exempt |
| Division |
Athletics |
| Department |
Athletics (Adm) |
| Work Unit |
Athletics Admin/Support |
| Work Schedule |
8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary. |
| Primary Purpose of Position |
Perform a range of a public communications and/or marketing related work that involves both internal and external communication efforts including market, material and project research; planning, developing and managing special events and fundraisers; and planning, designing and managing programs and projects. Work includes developing and delivering promotional and informational materials through a variety of communication media. |
| Minimum Education/Experience |
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
University Preferred Qualifications:
Contributing: Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in a closely related field that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities needed in the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. |
| Essential Job Duties |
Coordinate media opportunities, press conferences, and interviews and actively promote content through internal outlets. Design, write, and produce record books, press releases, game programs, and other publications. Act as liaison with affiliated conferences and
NCAA offices. Maintain website content and engage social media platforms. Nominate student-athletes for national, regional, and conference athletic and academic honors. Coordinate media operations for home events and assist with special events when necessary. Acts in compliance with institutional, conference, and National Collegiate Athletic Association (
NCAA) rules and regulations and reports known
NCAA violations. |
| Other Work Responsibilities |
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| Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education |
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Sport Management or related field
- Communications experience with college or professional sports; knowledge and experience with social media platforms and content creation.
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| Necessary Licenses or Certifications |
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| Work Location |
SAC |
| Posting date |
04/24/2025 |
| Closing date |
05/08/2025 |
| Proposed Hire Date |
06/02/2025 |
| Contact Information |
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| Special Notes to Applicants |
- The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
- Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
- Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- *
How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Charlotte Website
- HERC Job Board
- Inside Higher Education
- Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
- Another Website
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Other
Where did you learn about this posting?
(Open Ended Question)
Do you have communications experience with college or professional sports?
Please explain your professional knowledge and experience with social media platforms and content creation.
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
- Contact Information for References
Optional Documents
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University of North Carolina Charlotte
$37,978 - $47,473
Apr 24, 2025