Athletics Communications Assistant – HigherEdJobs

Requisition Number: RE47891

Working Title
Digital Media Content Manager

Department Name: 12E00:UKAA – External Operations

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 40

Salary Range: $15.30-24.50/hour

Type of Position: Staff

Required Education: BA

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Required Related Experience: 0 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Some lifting (50 lbs or less), office and outdoor work in variable climates.

Shift

8:00 am – 5:00 pm; nights and weekends.

Job Summary

The Athletics Communications Assistant will serve as the primary strategist, administrator and manager for the selected accounts on UKathletcs.com, X, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok and any other social media platforms that emerge. Responsibilities include planning content with the goals of engaging fans, supporting recruiting, distributing important information and ensuring appropriate coverage of all 23 UK teams; maintaining a calendar of upcoming events and identifying all opportunities where live coverage is appropriate; coordinating with all stakeholders in the athletics department to ensure goals are met; collaborating with the Ticket Office to develop strategy for ticket-related communications on relevant channels; and tracking metrics and analytics to ensure social media accounts are performing at a high level in terms of engagement and follower growth.

This position must comply with NCAA, SEC and University policies, rules and regulations.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?: No

Preferred Education/Experience

One to two years experience in high-profile college or professional sports. Bachelor’s degree.

Our University Community

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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.