Assistant Athletic Director / Sports Information Director

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Relocation bonus
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

Colby Community College (CCC) invites applications for a full-time Assistant Athletic Director / Sports information Director to assist in the leadership, coordination, and communication of all athletic operations.

The compensation package for this full-time, exempt position is $46,500 - $55,000 per year in based on the selected candidates, education and experience.

The selected candidate will also be eligible to participate in the College's health, dental, and vision plan, as well as the State of Kansas KPERS retirement system.  This position is also eligible for relocation/moving expenses up to $2,000 .

This position may also be filled at the Coordinator - Athletics / Sports Information Director level for those candidates who do not have the supervisory or leadership experience, with a career ladder up to the Assistant Athletic Director / Sports Information Director title. The salary for the Coordinator - Athletics / Sports Information Director position is $46,000.

Qualifications - Assistant Athletics Director / Sports Information Director

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Experience working in an administrative capacity in an Athletics Department is required.
• Experience mentoring, leading, or supervising students/staff is required.
• Experience in managing social media, sports statistics, handling public and media relations is required.
• Experience in performing play-by-plays announcing, and assisting on gameday is required.

Qualifications - Coordinator - Athletics / Sports Information Director

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Experience working in an administrative capacity in an Athletics Department is required.
• Experience in managing social media, sports statistics, handling public and media relations is required.
• Experience in performing play-by-plays announcing, and assisting on gameday is required.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the Athletic Director with the daily administration and supervision of athletic programs, staff, and events.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of coaches bi-weekly meetings, special events, and fundraising activities.
• Serve as the primary contact for all athletic media relations and public information.
• Prepare and distribute press releases, game recaps, and feature stories for all athletic programs.
• Develop content highlighting athletic achievements, awards, and community engagement.
• Manage all department stat software and training staff to run the software for live stats in game.
• Enhance visibility of athletic programs through multimedia content, newsletters, and community outreach.
• Serve on committees and contribute to College-wide initiatives related to student engagement and athletics.
• Manage branding consistency across all athletic communication channels.
• Coordinates logistics for home contests, including staff, setup, ticketing, and game-day protocols.
• Collect, verify, and submit official athletic statistics and reports to the KJCCC, NJCAA, and relevant media outlets.

Application Process

Candidates who are interested in this position can apply online at

Applications may also be emailed to View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Alternatively, materials may be submitted to:

Colby Community College
ATTN: Human Resources
1255 S. Range
Colby, KS 67701

Why Colby Community College

Colby Community College is recognized for its strong academic programs, competitive athletic teams, and commitment to student success. Located in northwest Kansas, CCC provides a supportive campus environment with modern facilities, small class sizes, and a strong sense of community. Since 2020, the College has added or is in the process of adding over $30,000,000 in new or improved facilities. 

 
CCC offers student-athletes a high-quality educational experience alongside competitive athletic opportunities. The institution values innovation, collaboration, and service, and seeks employees who are committed to positively impacting students, colleagues, and the broader community. The College’s rural setting provides a unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students and contribute to a close-knit campus culture dedicated to excellence.

Why Colby?

Located on the High Plains of northwest Kansas, Colby is known as the “Oasis on the Plains”—a friendly, safe, and affordable community where people know their neighbors and support their local teams.

Residents enjoy:

• Short commutes and low cost of living
• Community events and festivals throughout the year
• Outdoor recreation and wide-open spaces
• A family-friendly environment with strong local pride

Local amenities include parks, an aquatic center, a community event center, and year-round activities for residents of all ages. 
Colby offers the ideal setting for someone who values community connection, western heritage, and a slower pace of life without sacrificing professional impact.

 
To learn more about Colby please visit oasisontheplains.com

Additional Information:
Colby Community College provides equality of opportunity to its applicants for admission, enrolled students, graduates, and employees.  The College does not discriminate with respect to hiring, continuation of employment, promotion, tenure, other employment practices, application for admission or career services and placement on the basis of race, color, gender, age, disability, national origin or ancestry, sexual orientation or religion.  For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Human Resources Office, 1255 South Range Ave., Colby, KS  67701. View phone number on ziprecruiter.com. hr(at)colbycc.edu 

 
Candidates identifying as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request accommodations should contact Human Resources.

 
The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

 
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. The candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.