Based at the United States Olympic Committee’s headquarters in downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado, the USOC communications assistantship is a year-long professional development opportunity for recent college graduates. The two divisional assistants (one Olympic-focused and one Paralympic-focused) support the organization’s communications operations, initiatives and publications.
The communications assistantship is paid (with full benefits) and requires a 12-month commitment. The year-long term will run from approximately Oct. 1, 2017, through Sept. 30, 2018. Interested candidates must apply via the USOC Career Portal and submit their materials combined in one .pdf document to communications@usoc.org with the subject line: USOC Communications Assistant.
-Cover letter
-Resume
-Writing samples
-List of three references
Applicants who wish to apply for the Olympic- or Paralympic-focused position (or both), should indicate their preference in their cover letter.
The selection process involves a phone screening, writing test and video interview.
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Produce content for internal and external publications, and TeamUSA.org/USParalympics.org.
-Draft articles, press releases, media alerts and response letters.
-Manage the creation and distribution of weekly Team USA Sports Scene digital newsletter.
-Assist with research projects, editing and media outreach.
-Monitor national and international media for relevant news, and compile daily organizational clip reports.
-Support Team USA Awards nomination and voting processes, and announcements.
-Assist with the coordination of Olympic Training Center media requests, including scheduling and on-site facilitation.
-Assist with media operations at local events for both the USOC and National Governing Bodies.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
-Education: Recently completed (within three years) bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations or related field.
-Must be within five years of receiving bachelor’s degree.
-Experience: 2-4 internships/positions in communications, journalism, public relations or related field.
Skills:
-Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
-Experience with Adobe Design Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
-Strong writing ability with demonstrated capacity to use AP style
-Familiarity with Olympic/Paralympic sport and the Olympic and Paralympic movements
-Excellent communication and human relations skills
-Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
-Hourly wage: $14.42 per hour $30,000 annualized based on 40 hours per week.
Work Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado - Downtown Headquarters
Behaviors Preferred:
-Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
-Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
-Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations Preferred:
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
How to apply: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/USO1001/JobBoard/bc8f4af5-0753-ca80-0a4c-4f512286e8f1/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=a339379e-f16a-4471-9262-f8504bae060a
Due: 3-1-17