Job Details

Director of Athletic Communications

Position Number: 9721274
Location: Moscow, United States
Position Type: Communications - Other Communications

Director of Athletic Communications

Posting Number: SP005379P
Division/College: Athletics
Department: Athletics General
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

The Director of Athletic Communications reports to the Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Operations and is responsible for all communications, media relations and publicity activities for the Department of Athletics, including assigned sports. The position is expected to provide and maximize positive exposure of the University of Idaho, its athletics programs, events, student-athletes, coaches and staff.

Position Overview:

The position ensures effective external communication, branding and messaging by leading and collaborating on communication efforts within the Department of Athletics and across campus. This position advances the reputation of Idaho Vandal Athletics, the University of Idaho, and assigned unit(s) through purposeful and creative messaging. The position will work in a collaborative environment with Department of Athletics staff, teams, coaches, student-athletes and partners on and off campus to create impactful communications. This position will act within all NCAA, Big Sky Conference, HIPAA, FERPA and university rules, laws and requirements.

Duties may include:

Managing and hiring communications staff
Managing communications budget and expenditures
Write and edit a variety of content for assigned sports
Maintain govandals.com, social media presence, and online communications
Collaborate on data collection, insights and metrics to improve revenue digital strategy
Collect and maintain statistical records for assigned sports
Work with local and national media and broadcast partners to ensure accurate and timely reporting
Provide consultation and writing support to department leadership
Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

One year performing media relations or public event organization

Required Education:

Bachelor's Degree in communications; four additional years of experience (for a total of five years) may substitute for a Bachelor's Degree

Required Other:

None

Additional Preferred:

Experience working in collegiate athletics
Experience working directly with coaching staffs and teams
Strong writer and copy editor
Experience with video production and graphic design in Adobe Creative Suite
Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Must be able to work in an environment with continual interruptions and outside noise

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of application
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $55-65K
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE:

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 07/21/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications received by 08/04/26 will receive first consideration.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52200

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.