Athletics Strategic Communications Assistant

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAthletics Strategic Communications AssistantRequisition NumberDU14678Department Name12E00:UKAA - External OperationsWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$15.50 per hourType of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired EducationBachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in sports management or
related field.Required Related ExperienceOne year experience (volunteer or paid) within Division I Athletic Communication or Marketing
office or equivalent.Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsTo be able to lift, push, pull objects up to 20 lbs.ShiftDays, Evenings and WeekendsJob SummaryThe Strategic Communications Assistant will be an important part of the UK Athletics social media and digital marketing team, with responsibilities including creating and implementing social media content plans for assigned accounts. Those efforts include working with coaching staffs, developing and implementing communication plans, social media, account administration, creating strategies for fan engagement and attendance and assisting the strategic communications staff’s analytics initiatives. This position is an appointment for 2026-2027 season with the opportunity for a second term.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesPassionate, dedicated, hard-working and organized with excellent written/verbal communication skills and a strong desire to pursue a career in athletic communications and marketing fields. Prior experience in communications or marketing at the Division 1 level preferred. Familiar with
NCAA procedures and protocols.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Communications, Marketing, Sports Management or related field. Must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays when they fall on certain game days.Deadline to Apply05/20/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. As part of the Southeastern Conference, candidates considered for staff or coaching positions within UK Athletics are required to disclose any unethical conduct. Please answer the below questions regarding your prior collegiate employment. Have you ever been charged with a violation of NCAA 10.1 Unethical Conduct by the NCAA or any NCAA member institution?
   • Yes
   • No
2. Have you ever been charged with a NCAA Level I, II or III, secondary or major violation or any violations with the Collegiate Sports Commission (CSC) and/or SEC?
   • Yes
   • No
3. Are you currently involved in any pending NCAA, CSC, or SEC investigation, charges and/or violations of NCAA, CSC or SEC legislation?
   • Yes
   • No
4. if you answered yes, to either of the previous three questions, please list all violations in which you’ve been charged or were involved. If you answered no to both of the previous questions please type: N/A

   (Open Ended Question)

5. Has the NCAA Committee on Infractions or CSC ever issued you show-cause penalty?
   • Yes
   • No
6. I agree to and understand that failure to disclose any NCAA violation or false information regarding my NCAAcompliance history will result in removal of my application for consideration.
   • Yes
   • No
7. I certify that I am not associated with any prospective student-athlete(s) UK is currently recruiting.
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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