Assistant Director for Athletic Communications

Assistant Director for Athletic Communications

The Assistant Director of Athletic Communications assists the Associate Athletic Director for Communications as the primary point of contact for external communications for the Department of Athletics s position helps manage the official website and social media channels, and acts as the primary creator/editor of video and graphic content. Clerical tasks include in-game management at press and scorer's tables, statistical coverage, and historical record keeping.

The position oversees several student workers and works closely with the department's contracted photographer and producers from the Northeast Sports Network webcasting service. Some supervision of student workers may be required.

The assistant director is responsible for coordinating athletic communications, maintaining platforms, producing multimedia content, and supporting student workers, ensuring compliance with NCAA standards and timely dissemination of athletic information.

• $61,800–$66,000 annually (August through May).

• Health insurance plans (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• Generous retirement plan – 401(a) and 403(b)
• Life and Disability insurance
• Paid time off: 20 days of vacation per year, 12 days of personal/sick time
• Paid holidays and special days off
• Paid parental leave (available after one year of service)
• Access to college facilities (gym, pool)
• Fitness and wellness classes
• Additional benefits available

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong writing and editorial skills; desktop publishing experience (Adobe Photoshop, Statcrew software) and video production preferred.
• Specialized training in NLS/NCAA statistical software preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, nights, and holidays.

• 2–4 years prior experience in an intercollegiate sports information office and/or athletic department setting.
• 4–6 years of experience in collegiate athletic communications preferred, or comparable background in Communications/Sports Management.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills; clear communication and collaborative spirit due to required close relationships with coaches, staff, administrators, and officials.
• Ability to work independently and in a team on collaborative projects while balancing multiple responsibilities and meeting deadlines.
• Substantial weekend and evening work, plus limited travel.

Standard administrative hours are 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. This position is 40 hours per week, August through May, (0.83 FTE). Hours may include some weekends, nights, and/or holidays related to sports scheduling.

This is an on‑site role. Candidates must be able to work in person on the Bowdoin College campus in Brunswick, Maine.

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks, including criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job‑related), and credit history (when job‑related).

• Shift: N/A
• Employment category:
  Full Time Academic Year
• Benefits eligible:
  Yes
• Pay type:
  
  Salaried
• Background check package:
  Faculty/Administrative
• Driving a Bowdoin vehicle is not an essential function.
• Pre‑placement physical is not required.

Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or disability.