Athletic Coordinator (Sports Information) (80%) / Kinesiology & Athletics Assistant Professor (20%)

Position Summary

Cosumnes River College is seeking a faculty member to serve as Athletic Coordinator and Assistant Professor of Kinesiology & Athletics.

As Athletic Coordinator, the faculty member reports to the Dean of Kinesiology, Health, Athletics, and the Athletic Director and coordinates sports information operations for the athletic department. Responsibilities include official statistics, athletics content on the department’s official website, livestreaming of assigned home events, publicity and promotion of the college athletic programs, and preparation of announcements, news releases, and publications related to athletics. These communications may be distributed through the college athletics website, email, mail, or approved social media platforms. All athletic communications will be coordinated with College Public Information Officer (PIO), through the Athletic Director to ensure alignment with college and district communication standards. The position also assists with game management of hosted home athletic events.

The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfil their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the profession; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member as outlined in the college handbook. The department curriculum includes Kinesiology Associate Degree for transfer, fitness courses, individual and team activity courses, adapted fitness courses, and intercollegiate athletic courses. The position will also lead the development of a Sports Information academic pathway, including coursework, certificates, and experiential learning opportunities that integrate students into live game-day athletic operations.

The Athletic Coordinator will also play a key role in developing a student-centered Sports Information program that integrates classroom instruction with real-time athletics communications operations. Students enrolled in Sports Information courses may gain applied experience through participation in live statistics, broadcasting, digital media production, sports journalism, and game-day communications associated with Cosumnes River College athletics. The position will help mentor and supervise students participating in these experiential learning opportunities as part of their academic program.

The proportion of duties assigned to coordination and instruction shall be determined by student, department, and program needs, and may range from 0% to 100% for either function.

The department maintains a focus on providing quality athletic and academic programs that enrich and empower students to reach their full potential as informed and productive members of their community. The department curriculum includes Kinesiology Associate Degree for transfer, kinesiology, and fitness courses, individual team and activity courses, adapted fitness courses, and intercollegiate athletic courses.

The department maintains a focus on:

• Student success and equity.
• Creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Preparing students for transfer and/or career in the kinesiology and physical education professions.
• Supporting the student success team, review disaggregated/equity data and work with the department on strategies.

Cosumnes River College is committed to employees:

• Actively demonstrating a commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Engaging in self-reflection and continuous improvement regarding individuals and their cultural competence.
• Exercising responsibility and accountability for actions.
• Viewing students, ALL students, as equally capable and worthy of our care, time and energy.
• Demonstrating appreciation and respect for others’ perspectives and lived experiences.

Typical Duties

Sports Information, Media Relations & Communications (80%)
Coordinator Assignment

• Coordinate all sports information operations, including the writing, editing, graphic design, and production of media guides, programs, brochures, press releases, feature stories, and digital publications.
• Serve as the primary media contact for the athletics department under the direction of the Athletic Director, coordinating with the College PIO to release information on game results, statistics, schedules, rankings, postseason competition, and student-athlete recognition. Media engagement related to broader college or district matters (such as budgets, college or district strategic initiatives, or issues extending beyond athletic coverage) will be coordinated with the College PIO in consultation with the Athletic Director.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews between coaches, student-athletes, and media representatives.
• Coordinate and mentor students participating in athletics communications, statistics, broadcasting, and digital media production as part of experiential learning or academic coursework.
• Attend home athletic events to coordinate statistics and scoring; coordinate reporting results to the Big 8 Conference, 3C2A, CCCSIA, and other governing organizations.
• Digital Communications, Web & Social Media
• Develop, update, and maintain athletics websites using CMS platforms (e.g., SIDEARM, Presto).
• Maintain accurate rosters, schedules, bios, game files, and historical records.
• Coordinate, plan, and produce engaging social media content; maintain consistent branding across all platforms.
• Statistics, Records & Archival Management
• Coordinate, compile, verify, and maintain game and season statistics using StatCrew, Presto, Genius Sports, or similar software.
• Coordinate staff and student workers in statistical software and game-day responsibilities.
• Maintain archives of statistics, photography, video, publications, and historical materials.
• Game Operations & Event Management
• Assist with planning and coordinating home athletic events, including clock/scoreboard operation, livestream setup, directing officials and teams, and supervising game-day personnel.
• Oversee press-area operations to ensure accuracy, integrity, and non-partisan game management.
• Serve as 3C2A Game Day Manager as assigned.
• Marketing, Promotions, Sponsorships & Community Relations
• Coordinate athletic marketing, advertising, and promotional activities to enhance program visibility, coordinating with the College PIO, through the Athletic Director, to ensure that any athletic marketing or advertising is aligned to college and districtwide marketing and brand guidelines.
• Develop and maintain relationships with sponsors, donors, and alumni; secure financial support and provide tailored recognition opportunities in coordination with Los Rios Colleges Foundation development staff.
• Assist with organizing major events including the Athletic Hall of Fame, Scholar-Athlete Reception, and Annual Awards Program.
• Assist with promotion and set-up of sports camps and outreach events.
• Promote Kinesiology, and Athletics classes, programs, degrees, and certificates.
• Administrative Responsibilities
• Select, train, schedule, and coordinate student workers and game-day staff.
• Ensure compliance with all 3C2A, Big 8 Conference, and LRCCD policies and procedures.
• Operate under the supervision of the Athletic Director while coordinating athletics communications and branding initiatives with the College PIO consistent with district guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.