Sports Information Director

Independence Community College (ICC), located in rural southeast Kansas, is seeking a dedicated individual to fill the dual role of Athletics Administrative Assistant & Sports Information Director.

About the role

In this position, you will enhance the visibility of ICC’s athletic programs and foster engagement within the college and the surrounding community. This is a full-time, 12-month, salaried, exempt position reporting to the Athletic Director.

Pay

Salary range: $40,000 to $45,000 depending on previous work experience.

Schedule

• Regular work schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a one-hour lunch (starting January 2025: Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a one-hour lunch and ½ workday on Friday, 8 a.m. – noon)
• Summer schedule (May 19th – August 1st): Monday – Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., ½ hour lunch, Fridays off
• Early, evening, and weekend hours as required for athletic events

Benefits

• Earned vacation, personal time, and sick time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Participation in the Kansas Public Retirement Systems
• Long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Additional benefits available

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all Financial Aid and Human Resources processes & procedures for Federal Work Study
• Supervise federal work study students assigned to Athletics Administration; ensure all paperwork and time reporting is completed timely and accurately
• File all records daily and maintain up-to-date athletic records
• Maintain regular and timely attendance
• Perform other duties as needed
• Manage all aspects of sports information and media relations for the athletic department, including:
  • Serving as the main point of contact for sports media inquiries, interviews, and press releases
  • Updating and maintaining the athletic department website and social media platforms with accurate and timely information, schedules, results, and athletic profiles
  • Coordinating media coverage for games, events, and announcements; liaising with local and regional media outlets
  • Developing marketing and promotional materials for athletic events, including brochures, posters, flyers, and digital media
  • Managing the broadcasting of home games and special athletic events, coordinating live streams, commentary, and post-game coverage
  • Managing home game replay system for each specific sport
  • Tracking and reporting athletic statistics for all teams, ensuring timely submission to regional organizations
  • Coordinating photo and video coverage of athletic events for archives, media use, and promotional purposes
• Provide overall administrative support with other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, sports management, marketing, communications, or a related field (preferred)
• Minimum of 1 – 2 years of experience in an administrative or marketing role, preferably in an athletic or academic setting
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Proficiency with office software (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace) and familiarity with sports information software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, balance multiple projects, and work well under pressure
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with students, athletes, coaches, faculty, and staff
• Familiarity with statistical tracking and reporting for collegiate athletics
• Willingness to support the Vision and Mission of the college

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and grasp as required in performing responsibilities
• Occasionally lift or move equipment or materials up to 25 pounds