Assistant Director of Athletics Communications and Operations

Howard Community College ( HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

Responsible for all duties related to managing athletic events and athletic-related activities. Duties include hiring, training, and scheduling event staff; managing all duties related to the sports information field such as maintaining statistics, website, social media, and live video production; and supervising the maintenance and usage of athletic facilities and equipment for internal and external events. A strong emphasis on marketing and promotions of our intercollegiate athletic programs as well as frequently traveling to road contests are necessary. Responsible for interacting with students, coaches, parents, staff, and faculty on event needs. Serves as a resource for college and athletic department policies and procedures. Assist with daily operations of the Athletic and Fitness Center as needed.

* Perform daily inspection of equipment and facility for efficiency and safety

* Assist the Athletic Director with the creation and distribution of all team information including student-athlete handbook, coaching manual, game schedules, promotional events, and game results

* Develop, oversee and update department website

* Maintain and keep detailed records of equipment and budget

* Manage home event operations of scorer table, game staff, and crowd control

* Use Presto sports and Sidearm to maintain accurate statistics including live stats and report statistics to the NJCAA, Region XX and MDJUCO as bylaws require

* Produce live video streaming with broadcasters as well as live statistics of home athletic contests

* Statistical Archive and informational history of the department

* Coordinate social media accounts to reflect desired brand image, including development of press releases and website updates

* Responsible for documenting and promoting the signing of recruits, season previews, game recaps and articles highlighting athletes, the athletic department, and/or teams

* Develop game rosters, schedules and statistics for use on department website

* Report required information to MDJUCO, Region XX, NJCAA outlets

* Assist with the development of media guides and game brochures

* Recruit, hire, train and schedule event staff and volunteers

* Assist coaches with daily operations as needed

* Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director

* Develop recruiting print materials in collaboration with the Office of Public Relations

* Liaise with Admissions department to create recruiting tools for coaches

* Develop game day programs and any programs when hosting regional and national events.

* Coordinate game officials for all home contests

* Assist the Director of Athletics with the publicizing of athletic events, through various media outlets

* Bachelor's degree in a related field required.

* A minimum of three years of sports-related proven work experience required.

* Master's degree in a related field preferred.

* Knowledge of a broad range of sports.

* Working knowledge of in-game statistical software applications.

* Knowledge and experience of website content management (i.e. PrestoSports and/or SideArm) and social media.

* Demonstrated ability to use Adobe Creative software.

* Good writing, research and analytical skills.

* Good marketing and public relations skills.

* Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

* CPR, First Aid and AED certification (training provided.).

* Ability to drive college vehicles.

* Ability to learn new computer skills.

* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

* Regular attendance is a requirement of this job.

* Ability to write clearly and grammatically.

* Ability to deal effectively with and represent the College to a broad range of individuals/groups, within and outside the College.

Afternoon, evening and weekend hours required; work in various environments; travel on bus with teams. Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.

*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

Howard Community College ( HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.