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. This position helps manage the official website and social media channels, acts as the primary creator/editor of video and graphic content, and performs clerical tasks including in-game management at press and scorer’s tables, statistical coverage, and historical record keeping.

The role oversees several student workers and coordinates with the department’s contracted photographer and producers from the Northeast Sports Network webcasting service. Some supervision of student workers may be required.

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

• A variety of health insurance plans (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• Generous retirement plans – 401(a) and 403(b)
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off: 20 days of vacation per calendar year, 12 days of personal/sick time
• Paid parental leave (available after one year of service)
• Household access to many of the College’s facilities including gym and pool
• Applicants must possess strong writing and editorial skills, working knowledge of desktop publishing (Adobe Photoshop, Statcrew software, and video production is preferred)
• Specialized training in NLS/NCAA statistical software preferred
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays

• 2–4 years prior experience working in an intercollegiate sports information office and/or athletic department setting is required.
• 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, including clear communication and collaborative spirit due to required close relationships with coaches, staff, administrators, and officials both at Bowdoin and other institutions.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment on collaborative projects while balancing multiple responsibilities and meeting deadlines.
• Substantial weekend and evening work, as well as limited travel.

Standard administrative hours are 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This position is 40 hours per week, August through May (0.83 FTE). Hours are variable to include some weekends, nights, and/or holidays related to sports scheduling. Exempt positions require the time commitment necessary to complete the essential duties of the position.

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

Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job-related).

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, activities, and facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected status.