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Sports Information Specialist

Department of the Air Force
U.S. Air Force Academy
Air Force Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF)
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Summary


About the position: This position will be assigned to the Athletic Department, Air Force Academy, Colorado.

  • This position does include benefits.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
08/09/2024 to 08/19/2024
Salary
$24.16 to - $24.16 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Air Force Academy, CO
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time - Regular - Guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
24-6WADE536771
Control number
804118200

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

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  • Athletic communications coordinator is responsible for assisting with the execution of the media and public relations plans for 27-sport intercollegiate Division I programs.
  • Responsible for overall operations of goairforcefalcons.com for sports assigned.
  • Serves are primary media relations contact for Baseball, Women's soccer and Swimming and select other sports with responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, working as the primary liaison with media relations contacts; writing press releases, championship preparation and coverage; and administering athletic (regular and postseason);
    academic awards programs in those sports; reporting to conference and national offices.
  • Lead efforts on social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.) for selected sports.
  • Design and edit record books, media guides, programs and flyers using Adobe Creative Suites, including InDesign and Photoshop.
  • Create original content for the official website goairforcefalcons.com and various social media platforms, including, but not limited to, writing feature stories, Q&As and more. May be required to travel on military and commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12510578

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a pre-employment physical.
  • This position requires the incumbent to have a valid drivers license.
  • This position requires the incumbent to be able to work irregular tours of duty to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays, in addition to possible travel with athletic teams.
  • This position requires the incumbent to be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Must have bachelor's degree in communications, journalism or related field (sports management), plus at least two years of experience working in athletic media relations/public relations field at collegiate (NCAA) or professional level.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 08/19/2024

Business Based Action, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:

  • Computer proficient, extensive knowledge in desktop publishing, including InDesign/Adobe Creative Suites, including work examples of projects produced; experience with, Genius (basketball and Soccer) and StatCrew for Baseball, Statbroadcast statistical software essential; Posses strong organization skills and excellent in oral, written and interpersonal skills including interviewing skills.
  • Experience with web management (Netitor or related software), social media platforms and content publishing.
  • Must demonstrate extensive ability in feature story writing with multiple work examples of published works.
  • Must be able to multitask and work under deadline pressure.
  • Must be able to speak, write and communicate in fluent English and have normal hearing.
  • Must have the ability for regular and recurring physical exertion such as long visits to outdoor sites and sporting events, with exposure to inclement weather.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

  • Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Direct deposit is required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • A probationary period may be required.
  • Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
  • Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
  • This position is included in a bargaining unit.
  • Union Name USAF Academy and Local 1867 or Chapter Number 71.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

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