Staff Positions
Job Description
Design the identity. Shape the legacy. Build the brand of Auburn Athletics.
The individual in this position will create and maintain the visual brand of Auburn University Athletic Department by contributing to the creation of individual sport and departmental design projects.
Job Duties
- Contributes to the development of the look, feel, and voice of the Auburn Athletics visual brand and creative strategy.
- Assists in the creation of brand-compliant design projects including, but not limited to, graphics for social media and videoboard, marketing collateral, recruiting pieces, publications, and small and large-scale print pieces.
- Assists in maintaining the core brand identity system (logos, colors, etc.) through brand standards education and standards compliance enforcement.
- Assists with overarching sports marketing, communication, and public relations campaigns.
- Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.
- May be required to work nights and weekends as needed.
- May perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Production, or relevant field, AND 1 year of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding OR
- Associate’s degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Production, or relevant field, AND 3 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding OR
- High school diploma AND 5 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding.
Expectations
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.), new media, social media, and networking.
Job Description
Create. Inspire. Lead. Be the creative force behind Auburn’s NIL success.
The Assistant Director, NIL Graphic Design & Branding supports Auburn Athletics’ NIL Events & Strategic Initiatives unit by creating and delivering innovative design and branding solutions for NIL activations, fundraising banquets, student-athlete experiences, and donor engagement events. This role ensures all creative assets align with Auburn’s brand standards while enhancing the visibility and impact of NIL initiatives. Working closely with event, marketing, and player management staff, the Assistant Director brings creative vision to life through graphics, digital media, and promotional materials that elevate student-athlete engagement, maximize revenue opportunities, and strengthen Auburn’s position as a leader in the NIL landscape.
Job Duties
- Contributes to the development of the look, feel, and voice of Auburn Athletics’ NIL events and strategic initiatives through innovative graphic design and branding.
- Creates brand-compliant design projects supporting NIL activations, including graphics for banquets, fan experiences, camps, concerts, fundraising initiatives, social media, videoboard, marketing collateral, recruiting showcases, and print materials.
- Assists in maintaining Auburn Athletics’ core brand identity system (logos, colors, fonts, etc.) by applying brand standards across all NIL-related creative assets and educating stakeholders on proper use.
- Collaborates with NIL Events & Strategic Initiatives staff to produce creative content that enhances donor engagement, fan experiences, and student-athlete visibility.
- Supports overarching NIL marketing, communication, and promotional campaigns in alignment with Auburn Athletics’ broader strategy.
- Serve as a member of the broader War Eagle Creative team to effectively support department wide initiatives, as assigned.
- Complies with all applicable NCAA, SEC, and Auburn University regulations and brand standards in the performance of job duties.
- Will be required to travel to events.
- May perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Productions, or related field and 1 year of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding.
- Associate’s degree in Graphic Design, Art, Communications, Broadcasting, Film or Television Productions, or related field and 3 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding.
- High School Diploma and 5 years of experience in graphic design, messaging and branding.
Expectations
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.), new media, social media, and networking.
- Strong time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple events and projects simultaneously.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with student-athletes, staff, and external partners
- Creative thinker with the ability to contribute ideas for improving events and NIL activations
Job Description
Turn passion into impact—lead our social media with purpose and power.
The individual in this position will lead the strategy and execution of all AuburnTigers social media accounts, driving digital engagement and revenue growth through innovative content and strategic partnerships. This role ensures every post aligns with the department’s goals and trends, while collaborating closely with the Associate Athletics Director for Marketing and Revenue Strategies and the Marketing and Revenue Generation team.
Job Duties
- Leads and executes data-informed strategies for the AuburnTigers social media accounts to support Auburn Athletics’ goals around storytelling, revenue generation, sponsor promotion, and brand awareness.
- Builds detailed, year-round content plans using data-driven insights. Utilizes tools such as Hootsuite, Google Analytics, and the Auburn Athletics Data Warehouse.
- Collaborates with the Marketing and Revenue Strategies team to ensure all social media content aligns with the current departmental strategy and contributes to amplifying key messaging and sales efforts.
- Works closely with War Eagle Creative (graphic design, photography, and video) to develop creative content for use throughout the year.
- Provides detailed monthly analytics reports, including engagement metrics, revenue tracking, and sponsor performance.
- Works with the communications department to promote engaging stories and communicate department-wide strategies and initiatives on social media.
- Shares relevant analytics and trends with team-specific accounts to support their social strategies and promote teams and student-athletes. Collaborates to share messaging that strengthens the overall brand.
- Works in partnership with Auburn Sports Properties to deliver branded content and digital sponsorship activation opportunities.
- Provides live event coverage during nights and weekends as needed to share engaging online content for Auburn Athletics events. Focus on content that captures and promotes the in-venue experience for fans watching at home.
- Manages all external marketing for two sports—one ticketed and one non-ticketed—including email marketing, mobile app push notifications, and timely, accurate ticket messaging updates on the website.
- Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.
- Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
Expectations
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituents in a diverse community.
- Proven expertise in communications, including writing, proofreading, and editing skills.
- Extensive computer skills in both Windows and Mac environments.
- Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; expertise in using email packages, WebEx, and the Internet.
- Working knowledge of Hootsuite and Google Analytics.
- Excellent organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects occurring within a short timeframe; must be very detail-oriented.
- Ability to set and meet deadlines.
- Ability to solve problems associated with development-related communications and initiatives.
- Ability to develop constructive working relationships with university employees at all levels, vendors, alumni, donors, friends, and/or the general public.
- Ability to work as a member of a team and/or independently in a fast-paced environment.
Job Description
Help keep our game-day fields looking championship-ready—join our Grounds Crew today!
Auburn Athletics is thrilled to kick off the search for an Athletic Grounds Technician to provide field maintenance and landscaping services for athletic fields and landscaped areas around athletic facilities! This individual prepares university fields for athletic events, ensuring that fields are safe and consistent for collegiate competition standards.
Job Duties
- Performs a variety of technical field and landscape related duties to include mowing, topdressing, overseeding, vertical mowing, aerifying, installing sod, pruning, planting shrubs, fertilizing, as well as distribution of chemical applications such as herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
- Paints,marks, and oversees field layouts on natural and synthetic turf, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations, guidelines, and standards for SEC and NCAA Division I Athletics fields.
- Performs maintenance on small and large equipment for the functions of maintaining turf and landscaping fo the campus athletic facilities.
- Identifies plant diseases, insect damage, weather related turf and landscaping damages, and/or other damages of athletic properties to apply corrective measures and treatment. Recommends, applies, documents, and maintains the appropriate information regarding equipment, chemical usage, applications, operations, and maintenance procedures.
- Assists in set-up, take-down, operations, oversight, and customer service of events hosted by Auburn Athletics.
- Ensures safety of guests and student athletes by maintaining cleanliness and security of all fields, structures, walkway/sidewalks, curbs, driveways, and parking lots, etc., within responsible area.
- Inspects, identifies, and/or repairs irrigation systems on athletic field and landscaped areas.
- Assists in the management of inventory and proper storage of tools, equipment, and supplies for turf and landscaping needs.
- Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.
- Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed.
- Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2 years of experience in turf and landscape related to athletic fields and grounds
Expectations
- General knowledge of soils and turf grass management
- Knowledge of pesticides and fertilizers
- Ability to troubleshoot and perform general maintenance on equipment
- Ability to understand and use hand tools, climb ladders, operate mowers, tractors, fork lifts, aerifiers, topdressers, and vertical mowers
- Ability to user computers with general knowledge of using spreadsheet software for logging applications and inventory management
Job Description
Turn highlights into headlines. Shape the story of Auburn Athletics.
The Assistant Athletics Director of Athletics Communications is responsible for developing and implementing the strategic communication efforts, primarily focusing on the Auburn Men’s Basketball program. This includes managing day-to-day publicity, coordinating with the media, and overseeing press operations. The position works closely with coaches, student-athletes, and staff to enhance and elevate the Auburn brand.
Job Duties
- Leads the day-to-day publicity and communications efforts for the Auburn Men’s Basketball program.
- Responsible for designing, editing, producing, and distributing a wide range of media materials, including media guides, game programs, press releases, and digital content. Oversees all aspects of media relations for the program, including award nominations and promotional campaigns. Coordinates outbound messaging and supervises communications staffing for men’s basketball, particularly on game days. Serves as the primary liaison to media representatives and maintains comprehensive statistical records and historical archives for the program.
- Fosters strong, collaborative relationships with coaches, student-athletes, and key stakeholders by engaging regularly to ensure open communication, mutual understanding, and effective coordination across all facets of the athletics communications strategy.
- Manages media relations for the Head Men’s Basketball Coach, assistant coaches, and student-athletes by preparing press materials, coordinating interview requests, and responding to media inquiries to ensure consistent and effective public representation.
- Responsible for supervising assigned communications and administrative staff, providing guidance, support, and oversight in the execution of communications plans for their assigned sports. This may include reviewing content, assisting with media relations strategies for their assigned sport, ensuring brand consistency across platforms, and coordinating coverage of events, press releases, and digital content. Actively mentors staff to enhance storytelling, improve workflow efficiency, and maintain high standards of accuracy and professionalism in all external communications.
- Implements strategic media relations during crisis situations, ensuring timely, accurate, and coordinated communication to protect and uphold the reputation of the Athletics Department.
- Collaborates closely between all External Affairs units, including but not limited to War Eagle Productions, War Eagle Creative, fan experience, digital marketing and revenue, ticket operations and sales, game operations, and facilities and special events, to ensure cohesive and aligned messaging across all platforms and initiatives.
- Oversees game-day communications operations, including issuing press credentials, preparing and distributing game notes, supervising the official stat crew and student assistants, and coordinating the compilation and dissemination of post-game reports.
- Leads efforts to proactively promote Auburn teams and tell key student-athlete stories. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with members of the media to generate stories that highlight the significant achievements of the Athletics and its programs and students. Builds and maintains partnerships by cultivating relationships with campus, local, regional, and national media to collaboratively tell Auburn Athletics’ story.
- May serve as communications lead for an additional sport.
- Will work nights and weekends as needed for events.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
- Ensures all communications and publicity activities comply with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communication, Journalism, or related field
- 6 years of experience in public relations, media relations, and/or providing communications services
Expectations
- Knowledge of various marketing and communication theories, concepts, techniques, mediums, and strategies.
- Ability to write for various audiences and in various formats.
- Ability to work and provide feedback to high-profile individuals such as head coaches and student-athletes.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, preferably in sports journalism or communications and mass media.
- Knowledge of news production – both written and broadcast media; strategic social media marketing and information experience.
- Knowledge of Southeastern Conference (SEC) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules and regulations related to media, print and electronic media outlets, and promotional practices.
Job Description
Help us maintain top-tier athletic facilities and be a crucial part of our team’s success!
Join Auburn Athletics as we search for a Plumber to keep our sports facilities in peak condition! This individual provides basic level skills and expertise to maintain, install, and replace plumbing pipes, fittings, and fixtures within campus facilities and infrastructure according to the National Plumbing Code.
Job Duties
- Repairs and maintains internal building plumbing systems as well as associated sanitary sewer drains. Fixes routine problems involving drains, toilets, urinals, sinks, faucets, fixtures, valves, and domestic water supply piping.
- Installs plumbing piping, fittings, fixtures, valves, and other related appliances according to the National Plumbing Code as part of a project work crew or repair team. Assists in the repairs of water distribution piping and sanitary sewer piping.
- Performs preventative maintenance on building plumbing systems including drains, strainers, and valves.
- Will be responsible for meeting and maintaining training and certification requirements as outlined by the Auburn University Facilities Management Policy: “Training, Education, and Certification Requirements for Mechanical and Electrical Trades Personnel”.
- May be required to serve in an on-call status and remain work-ready when scheduled for an on-call period or rotation. Work-ready status requires an employee to return to the worksite within forty-five minutes while being physically and mentally unimpaired and fit for duty, able to safely perform all essential job functions with no risk to self, coworkers, students, public, or property.
- Required to work some athletic events after hours (nights and weekends)
Qualifications
Level I: High school diploma or equivalent + 2 years of experience in the installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of a wide range of common plumbing system components.
Expectations
- Knowledge of the National Plumbing Code.
- Knowledge regarding the installation, maintenance, repair, and proper operation of a wide array of routine water supply, water distribution, plumbing, and drainage systems.
- Knowledge regarding common interior plumbing systems components such as water and sanitary sewer piping, fittings, fixtures, valves, and strainers, as well as exterior water distribution and storm sewer piping.
- Knowledge concerning common plumbing piping types to include copper, galvanized, and PVC piping.
- Knowledge of the OSHA Safety Manual and safety practices and procedures. Knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures and practices.
Job Description
We’re seeking a dedicated and proactive Athletic Building Services Supervisor to lead facility operations and ensure our athletic spaces are maintained to the highest standards—supporting excellence both on and off the field.
This position responsible for leading and managing custodial operations across Auburn University’s Athletic Department. This includes athletic buildings, stadiums, administrative units, auxiliary facilities, and oversight of third-party custodial vendors. This is a working supervisory role, requiring both leadership and hands-on custodial work in designated zones to ensure facilities are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and readiness for daily operations and events.
Job Duties
- Supervises, trains, and supports custodial staff in daily operations; provides hands-on custodial support as needed, including working independently in assigned zones; oversees third-party custodial vendors and ensures contract compliance; conducts regular inspections to ensure quality control, including floor care, custodial closets, and overall facility cleanliness.
- Coordinates and executes custodial services for daily activities, special events, and game days; maintains and monitors custodial equipment inventory and oversees maintenance and repair of equipment such as floor machines, extractors, and vacuums; develops and implements floor care schedules and ensures timely execution.
- Maintains accurate records of employee timecards, absences, work orders, and supply purchases; monitors and manages the custodial services budget; approves and manages custodial supply purchases and inventory.
- Hires, trains, and provides ongoing feedback to custodial staff; plans and conducts safety and equipment training sessions; assesses training needs and develops curriculum and materials; tracks employee training and development activities. Due to the building specialists being exposed to bloodborne pathogens, ensure staff are trained, certified, and follow American Red Cross standards for cleaning and disposing of bodily fluids and other hazardous materials.
- Serves as the primary point of contact for facility users regarding custodial services; addresses and resolves complaints or concerns related to custodial work; ensures clear communication of policies and procedures to all staff.
- Responds to after-hours calls for emergencies, special events, and inclement weather; assesses and reports facility conditions during emergencies and advises leadership accordingly.
- Conducts regular evaluations of custodial operations to identify efficiencies and areas for improvement; ensures compliance with safety standards and proper use of cleaning chemicals and techniques.
- Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.
- High School Diploma or equivalent and 5 years of experience in custodial services, supervision of custodial staff, and/or facilities management.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of custodial equipment, cleaning methods, and safety protocols.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Ability to manage and motivate people, as well as the ability to effectively communicate with customers and employees.
Job Description
Auburn University Athletics is excited to begin the search for an Athletics Tutor to provide non-classroom academic instruction to students on an individual or small-group basis for proactive or remedial purposes.
Job Duties
- Provides instruction to individual or small groups of students to improve academic performance, improve occupational skills, or prepare for academic or occupational tests.
- Provides feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate, or build confidence in students.
- Teaches students study skills, note-taking skills, and test-taking strategies.
- Reviews class material with students by discussing text, working solutions to problems, or reviewing worksheets or other assignments.
- Assesses students’ progress throughout tutoring sessions
Qualifications
- Some college; vocational or Associate’s Degree
- Experience in education preferred but not required.
Expectations
- Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. Knowledge in the subject area that is being taught.
- Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Job Description
Join Auburn Athletics in a pivotal role—where forward-thinking leadership meets regulatory excellence. We’re excited to begin the search for our next Senior Associate AD for Governance & Strategic Initiatives.
The individual in the role provides leadership in managing strategic projects, advancing governance initiatives, and ensuring continuity of leadership. The role is designed to support forward-looking planning while maintaining accountability for select regulatory functions
Job Duties
- Collaborates with the Executive Associate AD of Compliance in the daily operations and delivery of services to ongoing programs and activities in functional areas through planning, evaluating, advising, and counseling to ensure compliance with rules.
- Provides feedback to the Executive Associate AD of Compliance on the planning of policies and procedures and implementation of long and short-range plans and strategies, and functional areas.
- Provides counsel and guidance to coaches, staff members, and student-athletes in assigned sports to ensure the needs of the program are met and rules are upheld.
- Assesses program effectiveness and consistency with university-wide programs and goals and
- Provides feedback, where needed, on changes for improvement.
- Assures appropriate controls are in place to adequately safeguard departmental assets.
- May serve as liaison between other departments to ensure the needs of assigned programs are met, and serves on a variety of committees.
- Provides leadership continuity by assisting with decision-making, representation, and consistent
- communication of compliance policies in the Executive Senior Associate AD’s absence, as appropriate.
- Monitor and interpret evolving NCAA and SEC legislation, including NIL, roster management, and scholarship regulations, and assist in preparing the department for timely adaptation. Assist with the integration of new and evolving regulatory requirements into new and existing athletic department practices, policies and procedures.
- Coordinate with campus partners (e.g., financial aid, registrar, legal, HR, Title IX) to ensure integrated compliance practices and support institutional control.
- Develop and deliver modern compliance education programs for coaches, staff, and student-athletes, leveraging both in-person and digital platforms.
- Serve as sport liaison for assigned high-profile programs, providing rules interpretations and compliance guidance while escalating complex matters as needed.
- Contribute to risk assessment, audit readiness, and process improvements to strengthen the department’s compliance operations and reporting.
- May represent the Athletics Department in meetings, conferences, and other public functions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Administration, Management, Business Administration, Education or related field.
- 8 years of extensive leadership experience directing a compliance program at the autonomy conference level, with responsibility for adherence to all applicable rules and regulations.
Expectations
- Knowledge of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) rules and regulations; budget planning and analysis, accounting principles, and safety guidelines.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain and develop personal contacts with outside groups, i.e., student-athletes, coaches, professional representatives, fans, media, donors, and the University community.
- Ability to stay abreast of information impacting the affected area.
Job Description
Auburn Athletics is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant AD for Compliance. This role is responsible for assisting in the oversight and administration of the compliance program as it relates to a high-profile sports program. This role manages the day-to-day compliance mechanics for the sport and serves as a contact for coaches, staff, and student-athletes. The Assistant AD plays a critical role in ensuring operational compliance and advancing a culture of integrity.
Job Duties
- Monitors NCAA, CSC and SEC rules for high-profile sports, including but not limited to recruiting activities, eligibility, and playing/practice seasons.
- Research and provides rule interpretations for staff and student-athletes, escalating complex or precedent- setting issues to the Senior Associate AD.
- Serves as a compliance liaison to coaches, staff, and student athletes by providing guidance on day-to-day regulatory matters.
- Leads the coordination of compliance education initiatives for the sports programs, including developing materials and conducting training sessions.
- Manages recruiting and eligibility documentation processes, ensuring timely and accurate submissions to the conference and NCAA.
- Conducts targeted audits and internal reviews of program activities to safeguard against violations.
- Collaborates with admissions, financial aid, and academic services on student-athlete certification and monitoring.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Sports Administration, Management, Business Administration, Education, or related field
- 5 years of experience in administering a compliance program that includes interpreting and applying athletic rules and regulations set by NCAA.
Expectations
- Knowledge of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules and regulations.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as problem-solving and trouble- shooting capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain and develop personal contact with outside groups, i.e., student- athletes, coaches, professional representatives, fans, media, donors, and the University community.
- Ability to stay abreast of information impacting the affected area.