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Associate Director, #Brand Design

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Assistant Football Coach

Erie, PA

Physical Demands Must be able to meet the physical demands associated with recruiting and coaching a college-level football team. Exempt Status Exempt Position Classification Professional Position ...

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A Football Recruiting job involves identifying, evaluating, and securing talented athletes for a football program. Recruiters build relationships with high school players, coaches, and families to assess skill levels and determine the best fit for their team. They analyze game footage, attend scouting events, and coordinate campus visits to attract top prospects. Strong communication, networking, and knowledge of NCAA regulations are essential for success in this role.

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As a football recruiting professional, your day often involves reviewing player footage, communicating with high school coaches and prospective athletes, and coordinating campus visits or recruiting events. You'll also work closely with coaching staff to evaluate team needs and shape recruiting strategies that align with the program's goals. Staying up-to-date with NCAA guidelines and managing recruiting databases are key parts of the job. The role is both fast-paced and collaborative, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact on the team's future success.

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Football Recruiting Operations Associate

Football Recruiting Operations Associate

Purdue University

West Lafayette, IN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

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Job description

Req Id: 42254
Job Title: Football Recruiting Operations Associate
City: West Lafayette
Job Description:
Job Summary
Responsible for the recruiting travel for 11 football coaches and prospective student-athletes. Must coordinate with the coaching and personnel staffs to coordinate flights, rental cars, hotels, and reconciliation of recruiting-related travel. Must trouble shoot and assist coaches due to unforeseen circumstances by adjusting, cancelling, or re-booking travel throughout the individual recruiting trips.
At the direction of the Assistant Director of Recruiting, assist with coordinating and executing on-campus visits, including official and unofficial visits such as junior days, spring practices, and game days. Assisting with the creation of itineraries for prospective student-athletes visits, specifically tailoring the schedules for each prospects' unique background, goals, and interests. Communicates with the football coaching and support staffs on recruiting visit logistics, details, and meetings.
What You'll Be Doing:
  • Responsible for recruiting travel for 11 football coaches and prospective student-athletes.
  • Must coordinate with the coaching and personnel staffs to coordinate flights, rental cars, hotels, and reconciliation of recruiting-related travel.
  • Must trouble shoot and assist coaches due to unforeseen circumstances by adjusting, cancelling, or re-booking travel throughout the individual recruiting trips.
  • Responsible for recruiting travel for 11 football coaches and prospective student-athletes.
  • Must coordinate with the coaching and personnel staffs to coordinate flights, rental cars, hotels, and reconciliation of recruiting-related travel.
  • Must trouble shoot and assist coaches due to unforeseen circumstances by adjusting, cancelling, or re-booking travel throughout the individual recruiting trips.
  • Coordinates a variety of vendors from hotels, caterers, rental companies, florists, etc. for football recruiting events and visits.
  • Cultivates relationships between vendors and the football recruiting staff.
  • Maintain a database of invoices from these vendors.
  • Assist in training and overseeing interns; as well as participate in the management of the recruiting database.
  • Maintains a thorough knowledge of B1G Conference and NCAA rules and regulations as it relates to recruiting.
  • Follow NCAA rules and regulations for official and unofficial visits, as well as communications and correspondence.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by the Head Coach, Director of Player Personnel, and Assistant Director of Recruiting Strategy.

About Us:
Purdue Athletics is built on unrivaled pride, unlimited potential, and a sense of shared purpose that unites staff, student-athletes, and the broader community. As part of Purdue's 150-year legacy, Athletics exemplifies a culture of collaboration, continuous growth, and excellence, where every member is encouraged to strive for success while fostering a positive and supportive environment. Joining Purdue Athletics means joining a team committed to building a better world together-where professional aspirations thrive, innovation is celebrated, and a lasting impact is made on campus and beyond. Read more: Purdue Boilermakers Athletics
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management, Business Management or related field
  • One (1) year of experience working in sports administration, football administration or related field required

Skills needed:
  • Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Knowledge of football fundamentals and rules of the game.
  • Computer proficient in Microsoft Office and related software; high level of Internet research and engagement ability. (word processing, spreadsheets, database, Internet, etc.)
  • Excellent (oral & written) communications skills with ability to effectively communicate with student-athletes, coaches, administrators, faculty, staff, and parents.
  • Ability to read, interpret, instruct, and effectively communicate complex rules, regulations, and guidelines.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet established deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
Additional Information:
  • Purdue's benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position
  • FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
  • Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period

Career Stream
Compensation Information:
Professional 1
Pay Band O001
Job Code#20002019
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php
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