Assistant Athletics Communications Director

Assistant Athletics Communications Director

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 14521
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online , on UT San Antonio Today or on X , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube or LinkedIn .

Salary Range : Up to $46,000 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type : Full Time

Posting Close Date : Applications will be accepted through 12/10/2025 at 11:59 PM CDT. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials :

Resume is required
Cover letter is preferred

Job Details

Job Summary

The Assistant Athletics Communications Director provides assistance with planning and implementing communications strategies as they relate to the goals and objectives of UTSA's 17-sport NCAA Division I athletics program. This role serves as primary contact for assigned sports. Responsible for assigned sports' publicity, information and historical archives.

Core Responsibilities

1. Knows, understands and complies with policies of the NCAA, American Conference and University of Texas at San Antonio.

2. Writes effectively with working knowledge of AP Style.

3. Prepares press releases, game notes and feature articles, and ensure content for assigned sports is maintained and accurate on athletics' website.

4. Develops and maintains good working relationships with and distribute information to local, regional and national sport-specific media outlets.

5. Manages social media accounts and display knowledge of latest trends and practices.

6. Assists with coordination of design and use of graphics for assigned sports.

7. Develops and maintains good working relationships with staff, coaches and student-athletes.

8. Thorough knowledge and understanding of terminology and statistics used in intercollegiate sports.

9. Serves as on-campus media services host for intercollegiate athletics events and coordinate statistical and media coverage for those events.

10. Manages the digital media guide content, editing and design.

11. Maintains department archival records and statistical files.

12. Assists with hosting duties for NCAA championship events.

13. Assists with game management duties for home events.

14. Maintains basic knowledge of all sports.

15. Creates and updates graphics using Adobe Photoshop.

16. Manages website editing and posting.

17. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or Sports Management from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years of experience in media relations, athletics communications, or sports information.

• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Microsoft Office; Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Lightroom; Genius and Stat Crew software; Social media platforms (including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram).

• Desktop publishing and design/layout skills.

Working Conditions

• Office environment.

• Regular availability on nights and weekends.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.

This position will work primarily on campus . Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.

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