|
New Mexico State University
Human Resources |
 |
|
New Mexico State University
Human Resources |
|
| Department: | University Communications and Marketing Services |
| Position Title/Posting #: | Assistant Coordinator, Media Relations (Req. #2009010726) |
| Date Position Advertised: | September 10, 2009 |
| Salary: | Commensurate with experience and qualifications |
| Conditions: | 12-Month Full-Time Position
Offer of employment is contingent upon verification of individual’s eligibility for employment in the United States. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal law, state law, and NMSU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a criminal history check. |
| Qualifications: | Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Journalism, or related field, and 1 year of experience, preferably in sports media relations.
Other qualifications include- • Knowledge of university and department policies and procedures; principles and practices of organization and administration; principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. • Skills in short and long-range planning; problem analysis and resolution; report preparation and presentation; public contact and relations; and oral and written communication; computer and media-related software; writing and editing. • Ability to direct, evaluate, train, and supervise the work of assigned personnel; develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct activities; analyze and evaluate information. • An understanding of and adherence to rules and regulations of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, Western Athletic Conference, and New Mexico State University. |
| Examples of Duties: | Assist the Director of Media Relations in the day-to-day operations of the NMSU Athletics Media Relations office; supervise, direct, delegate, and evaluate work of assigned staff; produce game notes, media guides, programs and releases; game day management; media consumer service; and update sport-specific website. Main media contact for Women’s Basketball, Men’s & Women’s Tennis and secondary Football. Promote NMSU’s sports programs, the Athletics Department and New Mexico State University through public relations activities and will require travel. |
| Benefits Offered: | Group medical and hospital insurance, group life insurance, long-term disability insurance, state educational retirement, workers’ compensation, sick leave, annual leave and unemployment compensation. Opportunity is available for educational advancement. |
| Reply to/Deadline for Applications: | Submit a letter of interest referencing position 2009010726; resume; unofficial transcript; at least three writing samples; and the name, address and phone number of three references to-
Kelly Fowler, University Communications and Marketing Services Applications may also be sent by electronic mail to kefowler@nmsu.edu and must include the position number in the reference line in order to be evaluated. Review of applications begins September 24, 2009, and continues until filled |
NMSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
Offer of employment is contingent upon verification of individual's eligibility for employment in the United States.