CENTERVILLE, Mass.--The University of Massachusetts at Amherst and SUNY Geneseo are accepting applications in their athletic communications and sports medicine offices, respectively.

University of Massachusetts Amherst: Associate Media Relations Director

The University of Massachusetts Amherst Department of Athletics is accepting applications from qualified applicants for an Associate Media Relations Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Serves as the Associate Director of Media Relations under the direct supervision of the Assistant AD for Media Relations.  Assists with the supervision of the department’s public relations and publications production for all 21 intercollegiate programs, while enhancing the overall image of the University of Massachusetts.  Oversees the student workers and seasonal employees for the Media Relations Office such as statisticians and announcers.  Assumes responsibility for directing all the Media Relations full time professional staff in the absence of the Assistant AD for Media Relations.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required.  Three to five years experience in an NCAA Division I sports information/media relations office or comparable experience in professional sports and sports information.  Advanced knowledge of computer programs, preferably Apple.  Advanced knowledge and skills using desktop publishing and photo editing software.  Excellent skills in writing, editing, and publications.  Strong interpersonal skills.  Knowledge of state crew programs for all sports preferred.

SALARY RANGE:  Salary Range $42,900-$54,300; Normal Starting Salary $42,900-$48,600

Submit cover letter and resume, and names and telephone numbers of three references.  Send application materials by June 13, 2012.  Send materials to: Search #R43141, Employment Office, 167 Whitmore Administration Building, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003-8170

The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.

University of Massachusetts Amherst: Assistant Media Relations Director

The University of Massachusetts Amherst Department of Athletics is accepting applications from qualified applicants for an Assistant Media Relations Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Responsible for all public relations activities for assigned Division I sport programs while enhancing the overall image of the University of Massachusetts.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required; preferably in Communications, English, Sports Management or similar field.  Two years’ experience in an NCAA Division I sports information/media relations office, or comparable experience, required.  Advanced knowledge of PC and Apple computers.  Advanced knowledge and skills using desktop publishing.  Excellent skills in writing, editing and publications.  Strong interpersonal skills.  Ability to work nights and weekends.

SALARY RANGE:  Salary Range $35,500-$44,700; Normal Starting Salary $35,500-$40,100

Submit cover letter and resume, and names and telephone numbers of three references.  Send application materials by June 13, 2012.  Send materials to: Search #R43143, Employment Office, 167 Whitmore Administration Building, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003-8170

The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.

SUNY Geneseo: Part-time Assistant Athletic Trainer

SUNY Geneseo is a highly selective residential public undergraduate liberal arts college of approximately 5000 students located in a historic village in the scenic Finger Lakes region of western New York State, south of Rochester. The College is consistently recognized as one of the best undergraduate colleges in the nation in such publications as US News and World Report and Kiplinger's Personal Finance. This recognition has as its basis our outstanding faculty, staff, and students; unusually high student retention and graduation rates; and the high quality of campus life.
The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation, a department in the Division of Student and Campus Life, seeks qualified candidates for the position of Part-Time Assistant Athletic Trainer.

This part-time 10 month position includes assisting with the athletic training needs of all aspects of a 20 sport highly competitive Division III athletic program. Duties may include event coverage which includes travel, assisting with training room management and staff supervision of student trainers, and other duties as assigned by the head athletic trainer.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; NATABOC certification required with NYS licensure eligible. Certification in First Aid, CPR and AED preferred.  Athletic training experience at the college level preferred. To apply, submit an online professional application, cover letter, resume, names and contact information for three professional references at http://jobs.geneseo.edu. All applicants are subject to drug and criminal background checks.

SUNY Geneseo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. Members of minority groups and women are strongly encouraged to apply.