Type of Appointment: Full-Time, Probationary

Collective Bargaining Unit: California State University Employees Union - Unit 9

Job Classification: Public Affairs/Communication Specialist II

Anticipated Hiring Amount: $3,949 - $5,014 per month

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics functions as an integral part of the educational environment at Cal Poly Pomona. Its primary mission is to provide student-athletes with experiences that encourage their mental, physical, social, and emotional development; enhance their capacity for working with others; and strengthen their decision making and leadership skills. The department also contributes to the campus community by conduction programs and presenting events in ways that effectively serve the public relations interests of the University and provide opportunities for entertainment and positive social interaction.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• For assigned sports; Coordinate media relations for the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Write, edit and distribute media releases to various outlets.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with coaching staffs, student-athletes, contacts at NCAA and CCAA office, communication with other Universities, athletic department personnel.
• Establish relationships with on-campus and local media. Arrange and coordinate all media interviews for student-athletes, coaches, and staff. Provide media relations training for student-athletes, coaches, and staff.
• Prepare media notes and postseason summaries. Responsible for selected game management for all home athletic events, including scheduling and supervision of game staff (scorekeeper, scoreboard operator, shot clock operator, announcer, computer statistician, substitution table (soccer only) game set-up, tickets, concessions, video production, play-by-play, public address announcer, video board, music).
• Oversee and update the department's athletic website on a daily basis with competition previews, recaps and unique feature stories. Team schedules, results, statistics, department information and bios.
• Help coordinate the student internship program.
• Serve as the statistician for assigned sports. Coordinate game day statistical operations and statistical reporting to numerous outlets.
• Report statistics as required to the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Update and maintain all archived statistical materials on sports and individuals. Assist with the department's Hall of Fame nomination and selection process.
• Assist with the coordination of the department's social media accounts including but not limited to; Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other emerging social media platforms while designing content for distribution. Provide social media training for student-athletes, coaches, and staff.
• Assist with the coordination of all live stream broadcasts for soccer, volleyball, basketball, and baseball.
• Travel with teams in CCAA and NCAA postseason competition. Travel to attend annual CCAA meeting. Attend athletic department staff meetings. Support department and University special events and championship hosting opportunities. Organize, categorize, and properly archive all photo and video clips.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Entry to the first level within this classification requires knowledge of the fundamentals of public affairs and/or media relations, and/or some exposure to marketing and marketing research. This background normally is obtained through a college degree, which includes relevant coursework in the field.
• Up to two years of related professional or technical experience.
• In addition, strong written and verbal communication skills with a solid foundation in grammar, spelling, and the composition of various communication vehicles are essential to initial entry to this classification.

Working knowledge of and ability to apply standard theories, practices, principles, and techniques related to communications in the public affairs, media, marketing, and/or sports information areas. Thorough knowledge of and ability to effectively use media outlets including planning media coverage and media publicity campaigns for the university and events. Ability to build and manage more sophisticated media contacts. Demonstrated ability to keep abreast of campus events and subject matter expertise in relation to current events to identify and capitalize on media opportunities that will promote the university and increase positive media coverage. Working knowledge of copyright and other applicable laws pertaining to publications and the media. Thorough knowledge of web communication techniques, vehicles, and formats. Ability to effectively use web technology to achieve communication goals. Ability to analyze and select pertinent facts and integrate them into communication vehicles. Strong story development and journalistic writing skills, as well as advanced editorial skills. Knowledge of interview techniques and the ability to define and deliver media messages. Working knowledge of marketing and research techniques and methods. Ability to apply market research to identify communication needs and target audiences. Ability to apply appropriate statistical techniques and methods to research or sports information. Exceptional interpersonal skills, including strong public speaking, listening and interpretive skills. Ability to provide lead work direction

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in collegiate sports information Knowledge of Sidearm & NCAA Live stats platforms
• Knowledge and proficiency in athletics based statistical programs and broadcast streaming.
• Proficient in social media platforms.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Cal Poly Pomona, we are committed to the urgent and ongoing work of creating and sustaining an inclusive campus where all students, faculty, and staff are welcomed, respected and can flourish to achieve their dreams of success. We believe diversity strengthens community. Cal Poly Pomona proudly holds designations as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). In 2022, the campus launched the Black Thriving Initiative recognizing that Cal Poly Pomona's future as a university must be linked to the success of its Black community. More information about our campus initiatives can be found on the Office of Inclusive Excellence's website.

Out of State Work

The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU's mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California's schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU's business operations almost exclusively reside within California. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. For more information, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/.

Background Check

Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment to any information that the applicant submits for consideration regarding the criminal conviction history such as the nature, gravity and recency of the conviction, the candidate's conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. For more information, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/13813878/latest/.

Employment Eligibility Verification

Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. For more information, go to https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents.

Conflict of Interest

This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file financial interest disclosure forms subject to state regulations. For more information, go to https://www.cpp.edu/eoda-hr/departments/hrpar/coi.shtml.

Security & Fire Safety

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona's Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at: https://www.cpp.edu/pdfs/annual_security_report.pdf and https://www.cpp.edu/housing/documents/fire_safety_report.pdf.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination

As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster.

CSU Classification Salary Range

This position is part of the CSUEU bargaining unit, the CSU Classification Standards for this position are located on the following site, https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/compensation/Pages/Classification-Standards.aspx . The CSU Salary Schedule is located on the following site: https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/compensation/Pages/salary-schedule-documents.aspx . The classification salary range for this position according to the respective skill level is minimum $3,949 and maximum $7,143 per month. Please refer back to the anticipated hiring range for the appropriate salary rate for this particular position.

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by email at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu. For more information, go to Employment Notices.

EEO

Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workforce. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and veteran or military status. We engage the talents of all qualified workers, regardless of their background. More information is available at Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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Advertised: May 17, 2024 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: June 02, 2024 (11:55 PM) Pacific Daylight Time