Co-Director of Sports Information – Game Management and Stats

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Position Title

Co-Director of Sports Information – Game Management and Stats

Full or Part Time

Full Time

FTE

1.0

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Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Co-Director of Sports Information – Game Management and Stats

Full or Part Time

Full Time

FTE

1.0

Position Type

Regular

Posting Number

20110662C&A

Position Summary Information

| Job Description Summary |
Intercollegiate athletics are an essential component of the educational experience at Eastern Oregon University (EOU). The Co-Director of Sports Information plays a key role in advancing the mission, goals, and objectives of the University and the Department of Athletics. The department promotes core values that foster academic excellence, athletic achievement, and community engagement through meaningful relationships and opportunities.

The Co-Director of Sports Information supports student-athletes, athletic programs, and the Division of Athletics by producing and managing all press and communications materials with accuracy, professionalism, and care. All materials are expected to reflect and uphold EOU and Athletics core values. This position is also responsible for ensuring the successful operation of all home athletic events, including staffing and event coverage.

Additionally, the Co-Director of Sports Information ensures full compliance with Eastern Oregon University, Cascade/Frontier Conference, and NAIA policies, procedures, and deadlines. This position reports directly to the Director of Athletics. | | Responsibilities |
This position will be responsible for the following outcomes:

• Encourage innovation and cultivate a mindset for growth
• Promote community engagement and character development through respect, responsibility, integrity, sportsmanship, and servant leadership
• Strictly adhere to the highest level of fiscal control and full compliance with all governing associations with transparency and integrity (Sports Information will operate with strong fiscal oversight and have a positive year-end budget);
• Engage our student-athletes and alumni through collaborative efforts that reflect a “Lifetime Mountie” approach (develop and promote opportunities for alumni to participate in the giving of their own time, treasure, and talents in support of the Athletic Department and specific sport programs).
• Support the physical, emotional, social, and mental development of student-athletes through a robust system of care and support.
• Embrace the responsibility of equitable treatment and promotion of diversity, acceptance, and inclusion (ensure the program and department command immediate action against hate acts, violence, hazing, or other forms of discrimination).
• Work with the Co-Sports Information Director implementing a comprehensive marketing and promotions plan to increase attendance at home events.
• Assist the Director of Athletics with executing the department’s annual strategic plan.
• Management of all home event operations and media coverage for away competitions.
• Meet all required deadlines, as outlined by the Conference and the NAIA.

Publication Development – Assist in promoting EOU Athletics through high-quality print, digital, and video publications that align with the university’s mission, core values, and branding standards. Ensure excellence, accuracy, and AP style compliance across all materials while remaining innovative in design and storytelling. Produce and contribute to media guides, programs, posters, schedules, videos, and special event materials, including recap stories, highlights, season promotions, and feature content. Work effectively across multiple software platforms, including Adobe Creative Suite, Boxout Sports, and Microsoft Office, while meeting all institutional, conference, and NAIA deadlines. Collaborate closely with University Advancement to ensure consistent use of official branding and logos.

Leadership & Administrative Responsibilities – Provide leadership, vision, and organization for the sports information department, supporting the promotion of student-athletes and the successful operation of athletic events. Supervise, train, and evaluate a diverse staff that includes student workers, interns, graduate assistants, and professional staff, ensuring quality performance and effective preparation. Contribute to strategic planning, goal development, and continuous improvement of sports information operations while maintaining strong relationships with coaches and athletic staff. Manage departmental resources, staffing needs, and equipment, maintain oversight of the sports information budget, and ensure fiscal responsibility, transparency, and compliance with institutional policies. Support academic and athletic award submissions, media policies, and departmental assessments to enhance overall effectiveness.

Primary Media Liaison – Assist in developing and maintaining strong relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets, with an emphasis on serving the Eastern Oregon region. Communicate athletic schedules, facilitate media access to events, and support coverage needs to ensure positive and consistent exposure for EOU Athletics. Foster partnerships that enhance visibility of teams, student-athletes, and select athletic events while supporting the university’s mission.

Marketing – Support and implement a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy to promote EOU Athletics, student-athletes, and staff achievements through web content, press releases, social media, photography, and video. Ensure accuracy and consistency of student-athlete and staff profiles, oversee award and recognition submissions at the conference and national levels, and assist with Hall of Fame research and promotion. Contribute to the creation of engaging digital content including highlights, hype videos, and feature stories while maintaining proficiency in video production software. Collaborate on promotions, public relations activities, game-day experiences, and social media monitoring to ensure brand alignment, increased attendance, and community engagement.

Event Management – Serve as the lead administrator for home athletic contests, overseeing all game-day operations including staffing, media support, ticketing, promotions, livestreaming, and production setup. Ensure compliance with university cash-handling procedures, conference policies, and NAIA regulations while coordinating with visiting teams, officials, and conference representatives. Develop and implement game-day promotions and operational improvements to enhance fan engagement and efficiency. Establish partnerships with campus and community organizations to enrich the event experience and ensure high-quality photo and video coverage of all home events in coordination with the Co-Director of Sports Information.

Budget – Provide direct oversight and management of the sports information budget. | | Minimum Qualifications |
Education :

• BS or BA in Athletic Administration, Business, English, Communications, Journalism or closely related field.

Certifications/Licenses:

• First Aid/CPR Certified
• Current and valid Driver’s License

Experience :

• One full year or more experience working in sports media outlets or relatable experience.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational skills, a commitment to gender equity and diversity, and a preferred background in working with collegiate student-athletes and coaches.

• Must have knowledge of NAIA rules and regulations

• Must satisfactorily complete EOU criminal and credential background check. Having a criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment.

• 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. Eastern Oregon University does not sponsor applicants for employment visas.

| | Preferred Qualifications |
Education :
MS or MA in Athletic Administration, Business, English, Communications, Journalism or closely related field. | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicant must provide:

1. Letter of application (which should include why this position is attractive to the applicant, how it meets the applicant’s professional goals, and what attracts the applicant to EOU);
2. Resume/Curriculum vitae;

Candidates are encouraged to review the values and principles of Eastern Oregon University.

Only complete files of qualified applicants will be reviewed.

Eastern Oregon University – Oregon’s Rural University! – is a respected public, higher education institution of academic excellence. Outstanding faculty and staff thrive and together fulfill their career ambitions to serve students from all walks of life. EOU is a beautiful, quaint campus nestled in a remarkably scenic, high elevation valley populated by wonderful, community-minded citizens that have balanced work-life flexibility.

Take a virtual tour of Eastern Oregon University.

EOU offers a very attractive package of State of Oregon public employee benefits including:
• Paid holidays (10 days/year)
• Paid sick time-off (12 days/year)
• Paid vacation (22 days/year)
• Full Individual and Family Healthcare Insurance (95%+ employer-paid medical, dental, vision)
• Generous Oregon Public Employee Retirement benefits
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Relocation assistance.
• Discounted tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents
• For more details, see Prospective Employees https://www.eou.edu/hr/prospective-employees/.

Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcomes applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.

| | Salary | $42,000 to $47,000 per annum DOQ |

Posting Detail Information

| Open Date | 02/03/2026 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | First Day of Application Review | 02/17/2026 | | Quick Link to Posting | https://eou.peopleadmin.com/postings/... |

Posting Specific Questions

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1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

   • EOU Website Posting
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • State Employment Service
   • DiverseJobs.net
   • Referral by EOU Employee
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Newspaper
   • Other

2. (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents 1. Veteran Preference Document

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