Associate Athletics Director, Communications & Digital Media

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree and eight years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, planning, and change management skills
• Ability to motivate, develop, and train staff
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and presence at all levels and for all audiences
• Ability to influence people, solve problems, troubleshoot, think creatively, and resolve conflicts
• Ability to strike the right balance between managing, coaching, rolling up your sleeves, and leading by example
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated editorial and storytelling skills
• Capacity to write and synthesize complex materials and communicate highly technical information in a manner easily understood by a broad audience
• Strategic expertise in the media relations field
• Strategic expertise and vision in the digital media landscape
• Understanding of brand management principles
• Understanding of the complexities of media and television environments surrounding a vibrant Division I athletic program or professional sports organization
• Demonstrated passion for intercollegiate athletics
• Willingness to work nights and weekends occasionally

DAPER’s Integrity:

This position, along with all DAPER coach and staff positions, is responsible for the integrity of Stanford’s intercollegiate athletics program and for the reputation of Stanford University. Accordingly, this position must comply with and uphold all University policies and procedures, as well as all NCAA and conference rules and regulations.

*Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Why Stanford is for you:  

Stanford University has enriched the world and revolutionized the way we live. Supporting its mission is a diverse and dedicated 17,000-person staff. We seek talented people who are driven to impact the world. Our culture and unique perks empower you to:

• Learn and Grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, and the ability to audit academic courses. Join a TedTalk, enjoy a concert or film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• Pursue Your Personal Goals. We provide superb retirement plans, excellent health care benefits, generous time-off, and comprehensive family care resources.
• Be Well. Climb our rock wall, go for a swim, play a round of golf, or choose from hundreds of health and fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities.
• Explore. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums located on our beautiful 8,180-acre campus.
• Enjoy Numerous Perks. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts, and more!

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.