KEY RESPONSBILITIES

Reporting to the Director Athletics, the position will discharge the following responsibilities:  

• Coordinate and oversee all publications for the department of athletics and each sport, including: press releases, game day programs, social media, all graphic and video productions, season highlights, championship interviews, game stories, feature stories on student-athletes, and other communications 
• Create, edit, plan and manage all content on athletics website(s). 
• Ensure timely and accurate stats and provide statistical and story coverage for all intercollegiate contests 
• Manage engaging, relevant, and timely social media presence for the department by carrying out publicity on appropriate platforms and participating in content planning and execution. 
• Tell stories to engage, promote programs, and recruit students through the use of videos, photos, interviews and audio 
• Maintain the statistical database for each conference sport and report official competition results to the NCAA, SUNYAC and conference affiliates, media and university community 
• Attend all home sporting events and other university events as directed by the Director of Athletics or his/her designee. This will necessitate working night and weekend hours. 
• Coordinate to ensure that game workers are hired and assigned to cover the various game management functions required for each sporting event, such as public address announcer, scoreboard, live streaming video, and other functions. 
• Work collaboratively with coaches and others to identify, prioritize, establish and accomplish sports information objectives. 
• Assist with marketing and development initiatives and contribute to the overall strategic initiatives of the department. Ensure alignment with brand attributes and SUNY Fredonia strategic planning, as well as that of Student Affairs and Athletics as it pertains to area of focus. 
• Supervise and mentor sports information staff, including student interns 
• Demonstrate a willingness to work flexible hours during the academic school year including nights, weekends and holiday breaks, as necessary 
• Ability to seek out professional relationships with media that will benefit the visibility and reputation of the athletic program. 
• Participate in committees and provide service to the Department, University, and Profession

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

• Demonstrated high level of motivation with strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and work with student employees in a timely, positive, professional, and collaborative manner
• Ability to make independent decisions and comfortable assuming a leadership role in executing assigned duties appropriately.
• Mastery of communication, marketing, and public relations skills
• Willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues for program growth and enhancement
• Ability to learn and adapt to necessary software. Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), live-streaming software and process (Boxcast), Stat Crew, NCAA Genius and Presto statistical software experience
• Possess CPR/AED/First Aid certifications or ability to obtain timely upon hire.

This is a full-time, 12 month term appointed,SL3 Senior Staff Assistant, UUP-represented position. The start date will be negotiated with the final candidate and be no later than September 12, 2026. The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000, commensurate with experience.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Fredonia prides itself on an outstanding workforce. To continually support organizational excellence, the university conducts background screens on applicants.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education 
• Demonstrated willingness and ability, to travel as needed and work a flexible schedule, which includes nights and weekends as needed. 
• Supervisory experience 
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and work with student employees 
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting the needs of diverse faculty, staff, students, and university community 
• Experience managing social media and demonstrated results leveraging social media engagement 
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass LENS certification 
• Willing to obtain CPR/AED/First Aid certifications 
• Two years of relevant work experience 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree
• Possess current CPR/AED/First Aid Certifications
• Previous experience working in a collegiate athletic office or similar field
• Prior professional experience in athletics communications, including social media, press releases, and related work
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, live-streaming software (Boxcast), Stat Crew, NCAA Genius and Presto statistical software

About SUNY Fredonia

The State University of New York at Fredonia is one of the crown jewels in the 64-campus State University of New York system. Founded in 1826, Fredonia is a highly ranked comprehensive, selective, public, residential, liberal arts university that enrolls approximately 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students in 80+ majors and 50+ minors. Fredonia is consistently ranked as a top public university for academics, value, and social mobility. Fredonia is known for its strong academic programs, professional, award-winning faculty, a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, and a strong focus on student success. The 256-acre campus, known for beautiful green spaces and attractive architecture, is located one mile from the shore of Lake Erie in beautiful Western New York with ready access to fishing, swimming, and lakefront attractions. Fredonia is centrally located between several large metropolitan areas. It is one hour south of Buffalo and Niagara Falls, 45 minutes north of Erie, PA, and just 2 ½ hours from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, or Toronto. Fredonia is a safe village community with beautiful Victorian homes situated in the heart of Western New York wine country. The location affords res...idents all four authentic weather seasons; warm and sunshine-filled, yet comfortable spring and summer, vibrant colors across rolling hills with the changing leaves of autumn, and the picturesque landscapes and accompanying outdoor activities of winter. SUNY provides a competitive salary and benefits package. Fredonia's faculty and staff focus on ensuring that all students will achieve the Institutional Learning Goals: -SKILLED Develop Intellectual and Applied Skills, Literacies and Knowledge -CONNECTED Engage Community and Diversity: Local Stewardship, Global Citizenship -CREATIVE Demonstrate Scholarship, Artistry, and Innovation -RESPONSIBLE Activate Sustainability, Ethics, Leadership, and Professionalism.

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