Hybrid Assistant Communications Director bei LSU

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Communications Director

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSUAM Athletics - Ops - NM - Communications (Michael Bonnette (00010027))

   

Work Location:

0501 Moran Family Ctr for Athletic Admin

   

Pay Grade:

Professional

   

Job Description:

The Core Values of LSU Athletics define who we are and what we do. They are: Excellence, Integrity, Authenticity, Perseverance, Respect, Fairness, Growth, and Service. They are the support system that sustains our success. These values work together, constantly collaborating and combining to secure our future and drive our unending work to create transformational change – for our student-athletes, for our athletics community, and for the millions across the world who know and love these three letters.  Forever LSU.

The Assistant Communications Director directs and coordinates the flow of information to the news media by serving as the primary point contact for Women's Basketball and an Olympic sport.

95% Directs and coordinates the flow of information to the news media and fans by serving as the primary point contact for Women's Basketball and an Olympic sport as assigned; Oversees, develops, and executes social media strategies for these two sports; Maintains statistical records, writes press releases and feature stories that pertain to LSU athletics, its players and coaches; Oversees the direction and coordination of flow of information to the news media concerning other sports as assigned by the Sports Information Director.

5% Assists with the overall publicity of all 21 varsity sports; Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the creation of a respectful culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with two years experience working in public relations and/or athletic communications office; Strong written, verbal, social media, organizational and desktop publishing experience.   LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree; Experience in a Division I communications office setting; Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Special or Physical Qualifications:

Ability to work extended days and weekends.  Travel is required.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

   

Posting Date:

July 3, 2025

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

October 30, 2025

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

   

Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

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