Associate Athletic Director, Strategic Communication

Salary: Depends on Qualifications Location : Lorman, MSJob Type: Full-Time StaffJob Number: FY202600072Department: AthleticsOpening Date: 03/18/2026Job TitleAssociate Athletic Director, Strategic CommunicationsEssential Job FunctionsDevelops and implements a strategic communications plan which promotes the Alcorn Athletics' brandEnhances and maintains public relations initiatives that engage students, alumni, fans and sponsorsOversees the Brave Sports Network through coordination of game day production, video board content management and leveraging the streaming platformProduces and manages content on official Alcorn Athletics social media sitesMaintains statistical data and historical records for all sportsHires and supervises clock operators, statisticians, student workers, public address announcers, etc., for selected sportsProduces game day programs and maintains the Athletic websiteEstablishes and fosters relationships with local sports reportersProvides media passes and media seating for athletic events, upon requestCompiles statistics and FAQs for all in-season sports eventsSupervises staff to provide game management for all sportsOther related duties, as assigned QualificationsBachelor's degree in Journalism, Sports Management, or related fieldThree (3) years experience in a sports information environmentPrior experience dealing with the media on the local, regional and national levelGeneral journalism experience preferredKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of NCAA rules, regulations, and guidelinesKnowledge of communications best practicesKnowledge of sports events production and directingExcellent leadership and management skillsProficient computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite and Automated scorebook statistical softwareExcellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonalCompetent photographic skills (preferred)Ability to manage and promote tournamentsAbility to work effectively with minimal supervisionEEO StatementAlcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.