Communications Coordinator (Graduate Assistant)

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Communications Coordinator (Graduate Assistant) Academic Year 2026-2027 UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Communications Coordinator (Graduate Assistant) is responsible for assisting in all aspects of Sports and Wellness communication, including website maintenance and development, video/multimedia production, social media engagement, and promotions. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Sports and Wellness.

This is a student position open to current UIW graduate students.

Essential Functions

Essential functions include:

• Assist with the development and maintenance of all Sports and Wellness websites and social media accounts.
• Designing and developing of marketing materials.
• Serve as department marketing liaison to student stakeholders (i.e. - student organizations, the student newspaper, Greek Life, etc.).
• Assist the Assistant Director of Sports and Wellness with marketing and outreach efforts.
• Coordinate and adhere to departmental risk management efforts for all programs and facilities in areas of responsibility.
• Serve on departmental, university, and/or national committees.
• Adhere to all UIW and Sports and Wellness branding standards, style guides and web standards.
• Understands and represents the mission and vision of UIW and UIWSports and Wellness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, and etc).
• Proficiency in taking sports photos and film.
• Ability to work during normal business work hours.
• Knowledge of or familiarity with wellness, athletic facilities, and sports at the collegiate level.
• Ability to follow a social media implementation plan.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Excellent marketing skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Current UIW graduate student

Required Work Experience

One (1) year experience in a communications role, recreation/club sports program, sports management, or game operations atmosphere

Preferred Qualifications Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

CPR and First Aid Certification (if expired, must be completed within 3 months of employment)

Work Hours

• 20 hours per week required.
• Events and games/tournaments are on nights and weekends, ability to meet during work hours with Assistant Director of Sports and Wellness.

Physical Demands

Typical with job position.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number STU1625PO Number of Vacancies 1 Job Type Part Time Job Category Students Desired Start Date Multi-Hire Pool No Position End Date (if temporary) Reports to Assistant Director of Sports and Wellness Salary Tuition Waiver and $13.00 per hour over 20 hours, up to 25 hours Open Date 07/06/2026 Close Date 05/31/2027 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Student Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Other Document

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a UIW Graduate student?

• Yes

• No

• Applied - Awaiting Acceptance

• • Are you currently CPR and First Aid certified?

• Yes

• No

• No, but I will complete within the timeframe stipulated in the job posting as required.

• • How many years of experience do you have in related field?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you able to work evenings and/or weekends?

• Yes

• No

• • Describe your experience updating websites for business purposes.

• I have updated website content using HTML and other coding.

• I have updated website content using tools but not code.

• I do not have experience updating website content.

• • Describe your experience with Adobe Creative Suite-specifically Adobe Premiere, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe After Effects. Specify the organization and time period such experience was gained, as well as typical and special items produced and your level of responsibility in the creative process. (assisted/directly responsible for production)

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience designing, developing, and implementing marketing strategies across all marketing platforms?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience in digital photography and/or videography.

(Open Ended Question)