Oct. 19, 2005

Recruitment No. 2713

Full-time temporary position anticipated to end on or before June 30, 2006, with possibility for reappointment and/or permanency.

SALARY: $3,148 - $4,091 mo. Commensurate with experience, knowledge, and skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Assistant Media Relations Director will act as the primary media contact for a variety of varsity sports including co-contact for men's basketball and contact for additional sports as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director of Media Relations. Coordinate and prepare editorial for media guides and game programs. Conceptualize and implement design/layout for media materials. Coordinate game press operations for assigned sports. Prepare weekly news releases. Coordinate photographic needs for assigned sports. Maintain and update statistical records. Maintain Web site for assigned programs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Working knowledge of university policies and procedures, conference, and NCAA regulations. Excellent organizational, oral/written communication, and interpersonal skills. Excellent leadership and public speaking skills. Ability to work in a team setting with diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and university constituents. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple functions and make decisions under pressure.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of three years full-time experience in collegiate or professional sports media relations. Master's degree preferred.

SPECIALIZED SKILLS REQUIRED: Experience with QuarkXpress, Adobe Photoshop, MS Office, and Web site maintenance. Proficient with statistical programs. Ability to travel to off-campus events. Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Applicants must complete the SDSU employment application and provide a resume. In addition, applicants must submit writing and publication samples. Applications are available at San Diego State University, The Center for Human Resources, 4th floor Extended Studies Center, San Diego, CA 92182-1625 or http://bfa.sdsu.edu/ps/. Review will begin Wednesday, November 2, 2005, and position will remain open until filled. Applicants with disabilities requiring special application and/or interview arrangements may call (619) 594-7099. BB 10/19/05

SDSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST PERSONS ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER, MARITAL STATUS, AGE, DISABILITY OR VETERANS' STATUS.