Public Relations Specialist I Athletics

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Jan 16, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Public Relations Specialist I Athletics
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	Athletics Mktg & Communication
Overview	The Rutgers Division of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 24 intercollegiate sports, comprised of 14 women's and 10 men's programs, that compete at the Division I level. The Scarlet Knights are members of the prestigious Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier academic and athletic conference, after officially joining the league on July 1, 2014. Known as "The Birthplace of College Football, Rutgers hosted Princeton on Nov. 6, 1869 in the first intercollegiate football game, with RU earning a 6-4 victory.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Public Relations Specialist I for the Athletics Marketing and Communications department. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Oversees, coordinates, and manages all marketing, game presentation, fan experience, digital and traditional advertising, and promotional efforts for Rutgers Athletics for assigned sports including football and basketball. Assists with other duties as assigned, such as pregame events, enhancing the gameday atmosphere and leading video board presentation, selection of music and campus/community athletics-marketing relations.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	65741.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	81857.00
Annual Maximum Salary	97972.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree, preferably in sports administration, marketing or related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Two (2) years of experience working in sports marketing/event management field.
Certifications/Licenses	A valid driver's license would be required for this position; Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Ability to make decisions independently. Good written and oral communication skills. Computer literacy.
Preferred Qualifications	Basic knowledge of Photoshop and/or other graphics.
Equipment Utilized	Microsoft Office tools.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Ability to lift boxes at times. Ability to work nights and weekends.
Special Conditions	Clean Driving Record.

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0046
Posting Open Date	01/16/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants	All applicants must complete and attach in the "Applicant Document" section under "Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete Form" the Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete form (provided in the link below) https://scarletknights.com/documents/2019/9/13/IAWP_Affirmation_Fillable.pdf
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

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