Cornell College invites applications for an assistant athletics communications director. The assistant director will assist the athletics communications director with all communication operations, leading the creation and execution of graphic and digital content for multiple platforms, assisting with overseeing game day operations for home sporting events, statistical collection of games, livestream production, and assorted tasks focused towards advancing the overall branding of Cornell College Athletics.

Because Cornell College values diversity and strives to create a welcoming community in which all individuals are respected and included, the entire campus community is called upon to engage in dialogue around issues of difference, identity, and ideology. The college is committed to fostering a faculty and staff community that reflects our diverse student body. We encourage applications from candidates who share our vision for a campus that embraces differing backgrounds, viewpoints, and identities, and who will excel at mentoring students who are broadly diverse. (See our diversity statement here.)

About Cornell College

Cornell College is a selective liberal arts college distinguished by our Ingenuity curriculum that builds on the strengths of our One Course At A Time schedule. This combination encourages the qualities of being thoughtful, original, and inventive, using the strengths of a liberal arts education to apply ideas to solve problems and meet challenges through hands-on experience in learning. Academic immersion, Division III NCAA athletic teams, and unparalleled flexibility attract an ambitious student body from across the U.S. and worldwide. We are located in Mount Vernon, Iowa, an urban fringe community located in the heart of the ICR Iowa region.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree; Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in athletics communications and event management and operations.

Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable to drive.

Preferred Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations; ability to identify and resolve problems efficiently, effectively and independently; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to multi-task, detail-oriented and ability to work with a diverse group of staff members; strong customer service with the ability to troubleshoot and handle pressure situations; ability to thrive in a fast-paced, student-served environment.

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and list of at least three professional references through Cornell College's online application system.

Cornell is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. Cornell complies with Iowa's Smoke-free Air Act. Cornell utilizes E-Verify and requires the satisfactory completion of a background check.