Job Description

If you need assistance with the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@cord.edu or 218-299-3339, or visit the Human Resources Home Page.

Position Details

Position Title:

Assistant Director for Athletics Communications and Marketing; Compliance Officer

Department:

Athletics

Location:

Moorhead, Minnesota

Employment Type:

Staff, Administrative Exempt, temporary/fixed-term

FTE:

1.0

Position Opening Date:

9/4/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Screening Begins:

Benefit Eligible:

Yes

General Employment Period:

9-month, grant-funded appointment (September - May)

General Work Schedule (days of week):

Monday-Friday, weekends and evenings by season and responsibilities

General shift hours:

varies

Why Concordia?

At Concordia College, your work contributes to something bigger. Every role plays a part in supporting our students, strengthening our campus community, and advancing our mission. Here, you'll join a collaborative community where your contributions are valued, and your work can make a meaningful difference.

About the Role:

The Assistant Director for Athletics Communications and Marketing; Compliance Officer is a full-time, 9-month grant-funded professional opportunity supported through the NCAA Pathways to Excellence Grant. Working closely with the Director of Sports Information and other Athletics leadership, this position helps tell the story of Concordia Athletics through digital content, live-stream broadcasts, game-day communications, and other strategic initiatives.

The position also serves as Concordia Athletics’ Compliance Officer, helping ensure that the department operates in accordance with NCAA, MIAC, and institutional rules and regulations. This role offers the opportunity to build broad professional experience across collegiate athletics communications, digital media, compliance, and student leadership.

What You'll Do:

1. Create and manage digital content across social media and other platforms to promote Concordia Athletics, strengthen engagement, and enhance the visibility of Cobber athletic programs.
2. Coordinate live-stream broadcasts and game-day communications, including supervising production, troubleshooting issues, preparing game-day materials, and developing post-game content.
3. Lead and support student workers involved in statistics, live-stream production, and other athletics communications activities through training, scheduling, work direction, and feedback.
4. Support strategic communications and marketing initiatives, including special campaigns, media archiving, branding consistency, and departmental projects.
5. Coordinate athletics compliance activities by monitoring NCAA, MIAC, and institutional requirements; maintaining compliance systems and records; preparing required reports and forms; and providing guidance on applicable rules and legislation.
6. Partner across the College on athletics compliance and student programming, including working with the Registrar’s Office and Faculty Athletics Representative and serving as co-advisor to the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).

You'll Thrive Here If You:

• Enjoy telling compelling stories through digital media, writing, visual content, and live production.
• Are comfortable taking ownership of projects, making decisions, and adapting when priorities or game-day needs change quickly.
• Like balancing creative work with the organization and attention to detail needed to manage rules, records, deadlines, and compliance responsibilities.
• Enjoy working with students and helping them develop their skills through training, guidance, and feedback.
• Work well collaboratively while also being comfortable exercising independent judgment and initiative.
• Are energized by the opportunity to contribute to the student-athlete experience and the broader mission of Concordia College.

Qualifications:

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for someone with strong communication skills, sound judgment, organization, and initiative who is excited to contribute to Concordia Athletics while continuing to develop professionally. The successful candidate will be comfortable balancing creative communications work with the detail-oriented responsibilities of athletics compliance and working collaboratively with students and colleagues across the College.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, sports management, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Demonstrated experience in digital media production, live-streaming, or sports information.
3. Availability to work evenings and weekends based on athletic schedules and position responsibilities.

Skills and Abilities:

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise discretion and judgment in decision-making.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, statistical software (e.g., StatCrew, NCAA LiveStats), and social media scheduling platforms.
• Ability to collaborate and participate as an active member of the Athletics department.

Benefits and Salary:

Concordia College is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package:

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Preventative Chiropractic Program
• Retirement Plan
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time only)
• Life Insurance (full-time only)
• 13 Paid holidays including the time off between Christmas and New Year's
• MN Paid Family and Medical Leave
• Up to 100% tuition with discounts and scholarships for yourself and dependents at Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages
• Up to 50% tuition discount for dependents with Oak Grove Lutheran Schools
• Up to 100% tuition discounts for dependents with participating partners: CIC-TEP, ELCA schools, and Tuition Exchange Inc.
• Extras: access to athletic facilities, library, fitness classes, athletic events, theatre events, purchase dining on campus, free MATbus rides
• Salary – 45,000.00 - 45,000.00 USD Annual Salary

The final salary will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, and alignment with the position's requirements. Other considerations may include internal equity and market conditions.

Employment Contingencies:

Background Check

Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• List of References: Contact information for at least three professional references (name, title, organization, email, and phone number)
• Optional Documents
• Licensure
• Certification
• Training
• Other

Nondiscrimination Statement

Concordia College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. The College is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Inquiries regarding this policy may be directed to the Office of Human Resources, Concordia College, 901 8th Street South, Moorhead, MN 56562, 218-299-3339.