POSITION:Communications Coordinator, Stockton Kings DEPARTMENT:Corporate and Basketball Communications LOCATION:Primarily located in Stockton with several days a month in Sacramento REPORTS TO:Sacramento Kings Vice President of Corporate Communications Sacramento Kings Vice President of Basketball Communications Summary:The Stockton Kings are seeking a Communications Coordinator to assist with all aspects of the team’s corporate and basketball communications.This position is responsible for providing a wide range of support in all areas including, but not limited to, writing press material, pitching media stories, fielding media calls, drafting game notes, and overseeing stats crew. Key Responsibility Areas:Write and disseminate press releases, media advisories, blogs, notes and other media materials. Serve as a liaison between the media and Stockton team, facilitating media inquiries and coordinating interview requests for players, coaches, and front office. Manage the production of seasonal media guide and team game notes prior to every game. Responsible for the upkeep of the team’s statistical information and coordinating statistics crew for games. Oversee game night set up and media hospitality. Manage Stockton credentialing process. Build and maintain current media lists. Compile clips of all media coverage and create media coverage reports as needed. Manage media events and all media availabilities including scheduling, preparing timelines, drafting talking points and other tasks as needed, including Media Day. Other various duties and projects as assigned. Experience/Education:Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations or other related field 1-2 years of public relations/media relations experience preferred. Required Skills &Qualifications:Strong written and verbal communication skills. Computer skills required:experience withMicrosoft Office (Word, Adobe InDesign, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) Proactive, self-starter with a positive attitude and ability to work well on a team and independently. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Must be able to lift 25lbs or more Must be goal, detail, and multi-task oriented with the ability to prioritize. Service oriented; committed to teamwork and ability to tailor messages to their respective audiences. Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality with sensitive information. Must be able to work game nights, extended hours, days, weekends and holidays when necessary.Compensation:The salary range for this full-time, non-exempt position is $40,000 - $45,000. Final offers for this role will be made within the parameters of the salary range provided. Years of experience, skills, and other factors are considered when determining the salary offered. Total compensation & offer package will include the following:Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for employees and dependents Employer 401(k) match Paid Time Off, Parental Leave Kings home game tickets, team store discounts, and more!Kings continue their mission to profoundly impact the Sacramento region on- and off-the-court. When technologist and entrepreneur Vivek Ranadivé purchased the team in 2013, he committed to building a world-class arena in Sacramento. Golden 1 Center – opened in 2016 – is now recognized as the world’s most technologically advanced and sustainable arena in the world. Through Golden 1 Center and a $1 billion investment in the community, Sacramento is seeing dynamic economic growth, a revitalization in the downtown, and newfound energy shaping the next great American city. Recently, the organization has been recognized as Fast Company’s “Most Innovative Company in Sports,” owners of Sports Business Journal’s “Facility of the Year,” and leaders in sustainability by the Natural Resource Defense Council, Green Sports Alliance and the Huffington Post.Team Member Experience:Diversity and Inclusion - At the Kings, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.We embrace the importance of establishing an environment in which all our team members can feel valued, included and empowered.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Wellness Programs:The Sacramento Kings are dedicated to providing opportunities for Team Members to make steps towards a healthier life and plan to host 2 – 4 events monthly based on many facets of wellness including:Physical, Mental, and Financial Team Member Engagement:Monthly All Team Member Meetings Team Member Appreciation Week Team Member Engagement Surveys