Must have

Committed follower of Jesus Christ and calling to serve in a Christian school.
Knowledge and appreciation of many high school and middle school sports.
Bachelor’s degree required. (Prefer a degree in Communications or Journalism)
Master’s Degree in Sports Management with an emphasis in Marketing or Communication preferred.
Five to ten years of experience in athletic administration (or similar role), including communications and marketing experience at the high school or collegiate level preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency as a writer and editor of written text.
Demonstrated proficiency in communicating via social media platforms.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office software and a variety of photo editing software.
Positive attitude and ability to work calmly under pressure.
Passion for learning and serving others.
Ability to work well collaboratively in a team and ability to serve with initiative. Self-starter.
Desire and commitment to work after-school hours as part of the game administration team.
Desire and willingness to travel to games held off campus to serve as part of the game administrative team.
Able to move/lift fifty pounds as needed; willingness to perform outdoor responsibilities in variable weather conditions.

Full description

Summary Job Description

The Assistant Athletic Director/Sports Information Director supports the storytelling and promotion of Covenant Day School’s athletic programs through sports information, media relations, digital content, statistics, events, and public relations. In coordination with the Communications and Marketing Director, this role ensures that athletic communications and promotional efforts align with the school’s mission, vision, values, brand standards, and broader communications strategy. The position serves as a key liaison to coaches, athletic teams, local media outlets, parents, alumni, and the broader school community.

In addition, the Assistant Athletic Director/Sports Information Director serves as part of the athletic leadership team, supporting game administration, equipment and uniform management, reservations and rentals, and Booster Club initiatives. The position helps ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the Athletic Department in support of Covenant Day School’s educational program. Reporting to the Athletic Director with accountability and partnership with the Communications & Marketing Director, this is a year-round, full-time (exempt, salaried) administrative position.

At Covenant Day School, our vision is to transform hearts and minds for the glory of Jesus Christ. We desire to carry out this vision as a unified and diverse covenant school community that seeks to love the Lord with heart, soul and mind, love our neighbor as ourselves and demonstrate the “more excellent way” that only comes though the gospel of Jesus Christ. We are committed to welcoming one another, to striving to honor each other consistently, to walking in humility toward one another, and to examining the Scriptures with one another.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Sports information coordination - partner with the CDS Communication & Marketing team on the following:
Update team rosters and scores within the school’s website
Promote Covenant Day School teams, coaches, athletes by drafting press releases (hiring new coaches, college signings, individual honors, events, alumni, etc.) for the communications team
Collaborate with the communications and marketing team to support athletic social media content. The communications and marketing team oversees the school’s primary social media accounts and establishes social media standards, templates, and guidelines. This role may manage approved team-specific social media accounts in accordance with those standards and in coordination with the Communications and Marketing Director
Compile correspondence for school’s regular Lions Weekly email as needed/requested
Serve as primary contact with media outlets (Charlotte Observer, Matthews Mint Hill Weekly, and South Charlotte Sports Report, other), providing pictures and information as requested in coordination with CDS marketing team

Assistant Athletic Director

Compensation

Not disclosed

Location

Matthews, NC, US

Work setup

Not specified

Seniority

Not specified

Employment

Full time

Experience

Not specified

Must have

Committed follower of Jesus Christ and calling to serve in a Christian school.
Knowledge and appreciation of many high school and middle school sports.
Bachelor’s degree required. (Prefer a degree in Communications or Journalism)
Master’s Degree in Sports Management with an emphasis in Marketing or Communication preferred.
Five to ten years of experience in athletic administration (or similar role), including communications and marketing experience at the high school or collegiate level preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency as a writer and editor of written text.
Demonstrated proficiency in communicating via social media platforms.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office software and a variety of photo editing software.
Positive attitude and ability to work calmly under pressure.
Passion for learning and serving others.
Ability to work well collaboratively in a team and ability to serve with initiative. Self-starter.
Desire and commitment to work after-school hours as part of the game administration team.
Desire and willingness to travel to games held off campus to serve as part of the game administrative team.
Able to move/lift fifty pounds as needed; willingness to perform outdoor responsibilities in variable weather conditions.

Full description

Summary Job Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Sports information coordination - partner with the CDS Communication & Marketing team on the following:
Update team rosters and scores within the school’s website
Promote Covenant Day School teams, coaches, athletes by drafting press releases (hiring new coaches, college signings, individual honors, events, alumni, etc.) for the communications team
Collaborate with the communications and marketing team to support athletic social media content. The communications and marketing team oversees the school’s primary social media accounts and establishes social media standards, templates, and guidelines. This role may manage approved team-specific social media accounts in accordance with those standards and in coordination with the Communications and Marketing Director
Compile correspondence for school’s regular Lions Weekly email as needed/requested
Serve as primary contact with media outlets (Charlotte Observer, Matthews Mint Hill Weekly, and South Charlotte Sports Report, other), providing pictures and information as requested in coordination with CDS marketing team