Details

Posted: 12-Sep-25

Location: Manhattan, Kansas

Type: Full-time

Salary: $42,000

Categories:

Operations Operations - Sports Information

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Required Education:

4 Year Degree

Additional Information:

Employer will assist with relocation costs.

K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for an ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL STRATEGY, which is a full-time, salaried, benefits-eligible position.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Responsible for day-to-day content management of assigned social media accounts; includes planning, scheduling and executing creative assets. Creatively engage fans on social media before, during and after sporting events to build audience. Provide live game coverage for K-State Athletics sporting events on social media. Measure content performance and use data to continuously optimize strategy and workflow. Participate in weekly meetings to ensure content is being properly planned for and distributed across social media channels. Oversee social media internship program, including scheduling and training. Maintain regular office hours, schedule project meetings and complete other associated work throughout the week including nights and weekends as needed. Duties relating to storytelling, brand building, fan engagement through K-State’s digital platforms. Other duties as assigned.

Why Join Us: K-State Athletics, Inc. is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference. We are looking for qualified applicants who want to become a member of our Athletics Communications staff to help advance our social media and digital strategy through hard work, knowledge, and dedication.'

Our mission is to foster a culture in which our student-athletes have every opportunity to reach their maximum potential academically, athletically, mentally and socially while operating an organization that is anchored by a genuine commitment to K-State, our supporters and each other.

For more information on K-State Athletics, please visit http://www.kstatesports.com

For more information on Manhattan, KS and the University, please visit http://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/

Forbes magazine published their “2024 America’s Best Midsize Employers List,” and finds Kansas State University rates among the Top 100 employers in the country.

Benefits:

Excellent medical, dental and vision health plans Retirement plan (No vesting period!!) Earned vacation and sick leave plans Parental leave plan Term life insurance Accidental death and dismemberment insurance Long term disability insurance Paid KSU designated holidays K-State Athletics Local Agency Employee Benefits Information: https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/2020/3/6/athletics-human-resources.aspx?path=resources

Background Screening Statement: In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee. If position is in development, business office or ticket office, the background screen will include a credit check.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, journalism, communications or other related area; Working knowledge of all social media platforms, including managing and posting to multiple accounts; Experience in providing live game coverage on social media; Understanding of sporting landscape, industry standards and current social media trends; and Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop and Lightroom

Preferred Requirements:

Experience in graphic design, content creation and shooting/editing photos and video; and Knowledge of NCAA and Big 12 Conference recruiting rules and regulations.--Exhibit meticulous attention to detail; Organized and able to successfully prioritize and manage multiple people, projects and tasks simultaneously; 

Other Requirements:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. Must possess meticulous attention to detail. Must be organized and able to successfully prioritize and manage multiple people, projects and tasks simultaneously. Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required. May require occasional travel.

This position holds expectations of compliance with all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, Kansas State University and K-State Athletics, Inc. rules and regulations.

Screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

To be considered for the position, please complete the online application and submit/upload the following documents:

Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position Resume with three professional references that includes contact information (name, title, phone number and email address)

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