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Maximize customer development (new and existing) of higher worth guest and develop qualified players with the goal of growing a critical source of revenue working closely with the Director Player ...

USTA National Headquarters

FL · On-site

$17/hr

Enforce facility policies and procedures as directed by the Director of Operations, Player Development * Supervise athletes (ages 13-18) and monitor activities within the Lodge during assigned hours.

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Directors of Player Development often face the challenge of balancing individualized player growth with overall team objectives, especially in environments where performance expectations are high. Navigating communication between coaches, players, and executive management can require keen diplomacy and organizational skills. Additionally, staying current with evolving training technologies and regulatory requirements adds complexity to the role. Successfully overcoming these challenges is critical to both player success and the overall competitiveness of the organization.

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A Director of Player Development is responsible for mentoring and supporting athletes to enhance their skills, career growth, and overall well-being. They typically work in sports organizations, colleges, or professional teams, focusing on player education, personal development, and transition planning. Their duties may include creating training programs, fostering leadership skills, and assisting with career opportunities post-sports. Effective communication, leadership, and an understanding of the sport's demands are essential in this role.

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Director of Player Development - Football

Director of Player Development - Football

UCF Athletics

Orlando, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Department:
UCF Athletics - Football Administration
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Oversee all areas of campus housing/residential life relative to football student-athletes.
  • Plan and execute developmental programming for football student-athletes
  • Oversee plan for needed class checks/meal/room checks.
  • Coordinate all community relations/service activities
  • Monitor football student-athletes and locker room
  • Oversee football student-athlete iPad program
  • Talking role in team meetings/other events as needed
  • Coordinate and oversee weekly checks at local social venues
  • Oversee and work with summer bridge program
  • Oversee all gameday tickets for football student-athletes
  • Assist with all football student-athlete conduct issues
  • Assist in organization of all football related on-campus events (parent day, senior day, Ladies Knight, etc.)
  • Serve as football liaison with financial aid office
  • Serve as a liaison with compliance and academic support, especially in the case of forms, responses, conflicts, and general issues with student-athletes.
  • Uphold atmosphere of compliance
  • Coordinate former student-athlete visits/events/communication
  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of appropriate experience or master's degree and two (2) years of appropriate experience

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills and attention to detail
  • Must meet deadlines as established

Due to the nature/scope of Athletics and Athletics events, position may require work during evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as the ability to stand / walk for extended periods of time and occasional travel.
As a staff member of UCF Athletics, the selected candidate will be a person of integrity and character who shares a commitment for customer service and knowing / complying with NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules as they apply to the UCF Athletics program.
Salary:
Negotiable
Please note that UCF Athletics operates as a Direct Support Organization (DSO) of the University of Central Florida, with different payroll and benefits than university employees. If interested in positions with the university, please click Here to visit their website.
As a proud member of the Big 12 Conference, our mission is to positively transform the lives of our students academically, athletically and personally through a nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program that enhances the reputation and visibility of the university. We strive to be Florida's preeminent athletic program representing UCF and our community with distinction on the national stage as "Orlando's Hometown Team."
UCF Athletics values our employees and working for us has its perks, including:
  • Benefit packages: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurances, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, and Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness initiatives: UCF Athletics is recognized by Cigna Healthcare with the silver level Healthy Workforce Designation for our commitment to employee well-being and vitality through our benefits offerings, wellness platform and programming
  • Paid time off for applicable positions, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
  • Retirement savings options
  • Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
  • Tickets to UCF sporting events
  • Education assistance

To learn more about UCF and the Knights, visit our websites at ucf.edu and ucfknights.com.

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