Assistant Director of Communications

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Assistant Director of Communications

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As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

Position Details 

Position Details

Job Title	Assistant Director of Communications, Athletics
Position Number	8102562
Work Modality	Fully In-Person
Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?	No
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Exempt
Campus	Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name	ATHLETICS
Location Code	ATHLETICS - GENERAL PROGRAM (03300A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	Reporting to the Assistant Athletic Director for Communications, this position will be responsible for serving as the sports communication contact for assigned athletic programs responsible for but not limited to: Game notes, working competitions, weekly reports/player of the week nominations, releases/stories, team social media accounts, and working directly with assigned sport coaches. Travel may be required for select away games and championships. Assist in home event game management as it pertains to media, communications, statistics, and content creation. Work closely with Loyola’s Office of University Marketing and Communications to ensure consistent use of University identity/brand identity and to collaborate on story items and/or initiatives that have potential scope beyond Athletics. Assist in content creation in an effort to elevate the brand and awareness of sport programs. Content may include written story, photography, video clips and highlights, and other social media content. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, sport management or a related field. Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in an athletics communications office.
Qualifications	Demonstrated experience in athletics communications, experience with producing and managing the design, layout, content and flow of multiple publications for multiple platforms (web, e-mail, podcasts, digital audio & video, digital photography, graphics, social media and print)Work collaboratively with other external relations and digital/creative media staff (e.g. marketing, video, social media) on campaigns and projects.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses	NA
Computer Skills	Microsoft Office, Adobe
Supervisory Responsibilities	No
Required operation of university owned vehicles	No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?	No
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	Irregular Hours, Exposure to Inclement Weather
Open Date	09/30/2026
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$51,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$44,000/ann
Special Instructions to Applicants	As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
About Loyola University Chicago	Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/35854

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, sport management, or a related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have at least two years of relevant experience in an athletics communications office?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Public Job Posting
   • Internal Job Posting
   • Agency Referral
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Personal Referral
   • Website
   • Other
5. * How do your personal values align with Loyola University Chicago's mission and values?

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Writing Sample

Optional Documents