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Job Title Sports Information and Communications Coordinator Appointment Type Full-time Permanent Position Dates September 1, 2026 Hours per week/FTE 35 hours/week, flex time will be required on evenings and weekends About the Position

Reporting to the Kodiaks Athletic Director, the Sports Information and Communications Coordinator is responsible for promoting the activities and achievements of the Lethbridge Polytechnic Kodiaks athletic programs with the goal of enhancing the overall reputation of Lethbridge Polytechnic. The coordinator is involved in all aspects of gathering and disseminating sports information, maintaining regular contact with Kodiaks teams, coaches and the athletic conferences (ACAC & CCAA) to provide information to the media, the campus community and the public.

The coordinator will develop the athletic department’s strategic marketing, communication and engagement plan, and will use strong photography and videography skills to execute that plan and to create engaging content for the Kodiaks official website and social media platforms. They will have strong writing skills along with project management skills to maximize their time to support all athletic teams and will use their marketing background to help develop promotional materials with the goal of raising the Kodiaks brand awareness and maximizing fan engagement. A solid understanding of AI and how it can be applied to Athletics promotion and implementation of all aspects of Post Secondary Athletics.

This role will lead in the creation and execution of the Kodiaks Marketing and Media plan in addition to developing content for the Kodiaks social media platforms and website, while also supporting game day events and championship hosting duties. This role is strategically positioned to elevate the Kodiaks student-athlete experience and will contribute greatly to developing a strong sense of pride and engagement in the Kodiaks brand across the entire campus community. The role will use data and analysis to recommend and create strategies that will strengthen the Kodiaks brand and support the values and priorities of the Polytechnic.

In the ever-changing social media space, the Sports Information and Communications coordinator will be required to use creative means to reach and engage intended audiences. This includes creative use of writing, photography and videography to engage student-athletes, fans and community. The use of research to develop best practices regarding content development will be beneficial to this role.

Organization will be key when delivering on a high volume of tasks, especially during the main Athletics season (August-May).

Position Details

Develop and execute an annual marketing and media plan for Kodiaks’ promotion.





- Works with the Director of Athletics and Polytechnic marketing and design staff to produce promotional materials designed to increase fan engagement and brand awareness, as well as elevate the in-game experience.

- Collaborates with coaches in selecting Athletes of the Week and developing student-athlete spotlight stories.

- Using a solid understanding of AI and how it can be applied to Athletics promotion and implementation of all aspects of Post Secondary Athletics.

- Supports the Director of Athletics in creating bids to host both conference and national championships.

- Uses solid project management skills to support multiple teams, including soccer, futsal, basketball, volleyball, cross country, indoor track and e-sports.

- Contributes to ACAC Marketing Committee as Lethbridge Polytechnic representative.

- Measures outcomes of the plan.

Writing and issuing press releases

- Ensures the writing and timely dissemination of accurate information, including news releases, weekly previews, event results, and statistics for multiple athletic programs.

- Serves as point of contact for local and national media to connect with coaches and student-athletes.

- Increases brand awareness by writing recruit and student-athlete profiles.

- Assists the Director of Athletics in advising coaching staff on the public relations aspect of their work for developing a positive image of the Kodiaks Athletics program.

- Collaborates with coaches in selecting Athletes of the Week and Athletes of the Month.

Coordinate daily maintenance and development of official website (gokodiaks.ca)

- Coordinates with game day staff to create and distribute post-game recaps after each Kodiaks home game, following all ACAC/CCAA guidelines.

- Creates content to drive website traffic, including recruit and player profiles.

- Ensures rosters, schedules, record books, etc. are updated in a timely manner to increase visibility to such groups as recruits, media, alumni, and fans.

Drives community engagement

- Works with the Polytechnic’s Alumni Relations department to identify and engage with Kodiaks alumni.

- Works with student-athletes on the Kodiaks Leadership Committee (KLC) to develop and promote community engagement initiatives.

- Assists with promotion of annual campaigns such as Make Some Noise for Mental Health.

- Assists with promotion of Kodiaks Summer Camps.

- Helps plan and promote special initiatives including conference and national level championship tournaments, Indigenous engagement initiatives, and Kodiaks Hall of Fame inductions.

- Plans and develops content for the KODIS, the Kodiaks annual awards night, including social media coverage and overseeing video production.

Develop creative content for Kodiaks social media accounts

- Provides daily oversight of social media networks for the Kodiaks Athletic Department, including Facebook, Instagram and X.

- Responds in a timely manner to all messages and inquiries received through social media channels.

- Attends all Kodiaks home games and uses photography and videography skills to produce high-quality live social media coverage.





- Uses Adobe Creative Suite to ensure Kodiaks brand standards are adhered to with all social media posts.

- Ensures the Kodiaks continue their reputation as a social media leader by experimenting with new and alternative ways to leverage social media to generate value for the athletics department, including monitoring trends in emerging media and appropriately applying that knowledge toward the department’s strategic planning goals

- Keep internal community informed of athletics news via the Kodiaks official website, Connections, and other methods.

Coordinates & Supervises Game Day Staff, Promotion and Events

- Works with Athletics Administration in the hiring, supervision and evaluation of all Games Day staff. This includes any DCM internship students working within Athletics.

- Collaborates with game day staff to elevate the Kodiaks in-game experience, including planning and executing promotional activities.

- Works to fulfill all sponsorship agreements, including in-game promotions.

This position is 35 hours per week with the requirement to flex hours to attend all Kodiaks sporting events.

Required Qualifications

- Completion of two-year college program specializing in public relations, communications, management or journalism.

Preferred Qualifications

- Previous Post Secondary Athletics Administration experience.

- Completion of University undergraduate degree (Bachelor Management – Marketing, Sports

- Management or Bachelor Fine Arts preferred).

Salary AUPE Class Level 10 Step 2 $60,724.86 per annum Working Here

Culture of Care A Culture of Care at Lethbridge Polytechnic embraces a workplace that both protects and empowers employees by creating an setting that promotes psychological, cultural and physical safety. All employees play an important role in building a protected and supportive campus dedicated to learning and growing.

Why choose Lethbridge and Lethbridge Polytechnic

Lethbridge Polytechnic is learner-focused, with an emphasis on experiential and flexible learning experiences and work-integrated learning.

We have a strong connection to our community and the land. We also promote a work environment that supports professional development and employee wellness, including flexible work arrangements and schedules that allow for work-life balance. In addition, we prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of our campus community.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P26-00691 Open Date 08/12/2026 Close Date 08/26/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Lethbridge Polytechnic is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.

Supplemental Questions

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- Please note: To be eligible for a continuing position, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Are you a Canadian citizen or permanent resident?

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

- Cover Letter

- Resume

- Portfolio

Optional Documents

- Letter of Recommendation

- Media File

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