Bob Hammel Coordinator, Communications
National Collegiate Athletic Association - Chicago, Illinois, United States,![National Collegiate Athletic Association](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Serve as the primary communications contact for Big Ten Cross Country, Track & Field, and other assigned sport(s).Assist with media operations at designated Conference events, including championships, tournaments, media days, and other events as necessary.Lead the weekly, monthly, and yearly awards process for all assigned sports, in collaboration with Big Ten sports administration and campus staff.Build and strengthen relationships with media to generate and facilitate coverage for assigned sports and championships.Collaborate with social media and Big Ten Network staff to facilitate timely, accurate exposure for assigned sports and championships.Create, refine and otherwise improve and maintain historical records and statistics for assigned sports and championships.Collect and distribute information to promote student-athletes and coaches for national awards, and teams for postseason inclusion.Manage the process and publicity of Academic All-Big Ten awards, and other non-athletic honors.Produce press releases, media advisories and content for BigTen.org.Foster a culture of inclusion to support a diverse environment.This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions and other duties as assigned.REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field.1+ years of communications, public relations and/or media operations in a college athletics setting.Journalistic writing skills.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and relevant communications-related software.Demonstrated knowledge and passion for intercollegiate athletics.Ability to maintain punctual attendance and timely correspondence.Commitment to travel, work evenings, weekends, and non-traditional hours.The Big Ten Conference is one of the strongest, most historic brands in all of sports. We offer a unique and dynamic workplace, along with a robust benefits package (employer-paid insurance coverages, generous retirement contribution, and much more). This in-person position is based out of the Conference's Rosemont, IL headquarters.The Big Ten Conference is a proud equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status or civil partnership/union status, veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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