Temporary Athletic Communications Associate

Requisition Number: 69864 Location: Boulder, Colorado City Boulder State Colorado Employment Type: Temporary Staff Schedule: Full-Time Posting Close Date: 05-Feb-2026 Date Posted: 05-Feb-2026 Close All Job Summary Reporting to the Associate Athletic Director for Athletic Communications, this position will serve within the Athletic Communications office with primary responsibility for supporting the Track & Field program. The Athletic Communications Associate will assist in the day-to-day communications efforts for the program, including media relations, content creation, and event coverage, while gaining exposure to the overall operations of a Division I athletic communications department. This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department's Mission Statement, Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Who We Are As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)-and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region-our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes-both across Colorado and around the world. What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be The Athletic Communications Associate will be responsible for the following: • Assist with media relations efforts for the Track & Field program, including writing and editing press releases, meet previews and recaps, updating rosters and bios, and maintaining accurate statistics and records. • Support home and select away Track & Field events, including statistics coordination, media credentialing, post-event results' distribution, and serving as a point of contact for coaches, student-athletes, and media. • Assist with general Athletic Communications office duties, including archival projects, research, record-keeping, and support of other sports as assigned. What We Can Offer Starting pay is $18.90/hr. Benefits Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave. Be Statements Be ambitious. Be groundbreaking. Be Boulder. What We Require • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute. Some evening and weekend work required based on competition schedules. What You Will Need • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. • Professional demeanor and ability to interact with coaches, student-athletes, media, and staff. • Initiative, reliability, and sound judgment. What We Would Like You to Have • Previous experience in athletic communications, sports information, journalism, or a related field • Familiarity with track & field or cross country scoring, terminology, and competition formats • Basic knowledge of NCAA rules and college athletics operations • Experience working with statistical software or meet management systems is a plus • Experience working communications within CU Boulder Athletics. Special Instructions To apply, please submit the following materials: • A current resume. • A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position. We may request references at a later time. Please apply by 5:00pm MST 2/5/25 for consideration. Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.