Specific Duties and Responsibilities: This person will assist daily with the internal and external communications efforts for the MSSU Athletic Department and all its varsity sports programs.

The incumbent will be responsible for all game day related activities including statistical compilation, arranging scoreboard operators and student workers.

Responsible for upkeep of the official athletics website (www.mssulions.com), providing content in the forms of recaps, previews, stats and features.

The incumbent will also be responsible for the design and editing of game day programs, as well as designing and keeping game notes for sports assigned by the Director of Athletic Communications.

This person will operate within the guidelines of NCAA, MIAA and institutional rules and regulations.

Other duties as assigned.

College Degree Required

One year prior professional experience in the Sports Information Field

An equivalent amount of experience can be substituted for education

Experience in statistical programs such as StatCrew, PrestoSports, and Genius Sports

Experience with desktop publishing software (InDesign, Photoshop, etc.)

About Missouri Southern State University

Missouri Southern State University is located in Joplin, Missouri. Joplin, with a population of around 50,000, is a retail hub serving approximately 400,000 people - the fourth largest metro area in Missouri. Approximately 5,600 undergraduates are enrolled in our state-supported, comprehensive university offering more than 100 degree options and a strong commitment to international education, liberal arts, and professional and pre-professional programs. MSSU is a member of NCAA Division II and the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA).

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