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.

Position Salary Information:
Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 8). For more information on the step placement process, please .

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.

Assistant Professor of Kinesiology & Athletics (20%)
Instructional Assignment
The instructional portion of this assignment includes teaching courses within the Kinesiology and Athletics area and leading the development of a new Sports Information academic pathway, including courses, certificates, and potential degree programs. The faculty will integrate classroom instruction with hands-on experiential learning opportunities connected to Cosumnes River College intercollegiate athletics. Students in Sports Information courses will gain real-world experience through supervised participation in game-day statistics, media relations, digital content creation, broadcasting, and athletics communications activities.
Responsibilities include:

• Designing curriculum for Sports Information and Sports Management, including new courses, certificates, and potential degree pathways aligned with athletics communications and media industry standards.
• Coordinating student participation in athletics communications and game-day operations to ensure experiential learning opportunities align with course learning outcomes.
• Teaching Sports Management and Sports Information courses and providing academic leadership for the program.
• Teaching additional Kinesiology, Fitness, Personal Activity, Team Activity, Adapted Physical Education or related courses based on departmental needs.
• Integrating supervised, hands-on practicum experiences connected to intercollegiate athletic events, providing students with real-world experience in statistics, game operations, sports communications, and digital media production.
• Engaging in curriculum development, assessment, and program review responsibilities for new and existing programs.
• Fulfilling professional responsibilities as required of all Los Rios faculty.

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the campus:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Rules, strategies, technologies, and terminology related to public relations and marketing of intercollegiate athletics
• Calculate, compile, and maintain sports statistics and historical data for student-athletes and teams
• Functions and keystrokes of StatCrew or Presto in-game statistical software.
• Basic mathematical principles used in statistical computations.
• Sporting rules and regulations along with statistical collection methodology.
• Computer and Internet operation, including website content maintenance.
• Modern office procedures, methods and equipment.
• Journalistic writing and reporting techniques.
• Proper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Intercollegiate athletics sports regulations and practices including California Community College Athletics Association (3C2A) rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of 3C2A, Big 8 Conference, and Los Rios Community College District policies, rules, regulations, and operational procedures.
• Plan, organize, and implement fundraising efforts.

ABILITY TO (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

• Confidence and familiarity working with web technologies, including basic HTML and CMS tools (such as SIDEARM and Presto).
• Advanced and demonstrated knowledge of statistical programs (such as StatCrew, Presto, and Genius Sports).
• Update and maintain athletic website and athletic web pages, providing content to make this information current and accurate.
• Compute statistics and maintain accurate records.
• Respond to inquiries and requests for information.
• Coordinate content and postings with the individual(s) responsible for website update.
• Use social media platforms in a professional environment.
• Demonstrated aptitude in social media and proactive, strategic communication are essential.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain a cooperative and effective working relationship with those contacted in the performance of duties.
• Work independently and as part of a team to meet expected deadlines and schedules.
• Effective time management skills.
• Actively participate in professional organizations such as the California Community College Sports Information Association (CCCSIA).
• Coordinate applied student learning