Director of Communications

Job Description • Serve as the primary contact for media inquiries; establish and maintain relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets. • Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization and handle media inquiries effectively. • Manage operations of MSHSAA.TV to include media rights, broadcast management, production, and distribution. • Develop engaging and relevant content for various platforms, including press releases. • Create and update content on the association website, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. • Coordinate and oversee championships operations, including press box management, statistics, public address, and media accommodations. • Manage productions of all championship publications. • Manage statistical databases and historical records for the association. • Coordinate with executive staff to develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with the organization's goals and objectives. • Ensure all communications align with the association's values and messaging guidelines. • Collaborate within operations team, including marketing and digital media, to ensure alignment in communication strategies. • Serve as a representative of MSHSAA to superintendents, principals, advisory committees, activities/athletic directors and coaches/sponsors in the administration of the interscholastic activities program. • Communicate and promote the value of interscholastic participation, sportsmanship and the mission of MSHSAA on behalf of the member schools. • Supervise various supportstaff, and other duties as assigned.

General Qualifications • Education Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). • Experience required: Senior communications role, preferably in the areas of sports information, public relations, or a related field within the sports industry. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Strong leadership and team management abilities. • Crisis management experience and the ability to remain composed under pressure. • In-depth knowledge of media relations, social media, and emerging communication trends. • Ability to think strategically and contribute to overall organizational goals. • Ability to organize and work with others • Positively and effectively communicate the mission and processes of the association • Proficiency in statistical software and sports information systems. • Knowledge of MSHSAA or relevant sports organization rules and regulations. • Familiarity with graphic design and multimedia production is a plus. • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends during the championship seasons. • Ability to make effective public presentations, written and oral, and to develop and maintain satisfactory relations with school personnel, news media and the public at all levels • Strong computerskills; ability to operate computer programs is essential • Knowledge of office procedures and ability to work with and supervise adult office personnel • Collaborative personality, good judgment, tact, integrity, and ability to cope with unforeseen situations • Ability to work with diverse groups • Must have good general health

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $103,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbia, MO 65201: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person