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Miamioh

Director of Football Scouting

Center, TX · On-site

Job Title Director of Football Scouting Department Football Operations Worker Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Pay Type Salary Benefit Eligible Yes Summary Under the guidance of the General Manager will ...

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Director of Football Scouting

Oxford, OH

Job Title Director of Football Scouting Department Football Operations Worker Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Pay Type Salary Benefit Eligible Yes Summary Under the guidance of the General Manager will ...

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Assistant Football Coach Worker Type: Extended Temporary (Fixed Term) Pay Type: Salary Exempt ... Designs and monitors safe and effective positional assigned practice plans and scouting plans to ...

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As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for football scouting in the United States is $16.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A football scouting job involves evaluating players' skills, strengths, and potential to help teams make informed recruitment decisions. Scouts analyze game footage, attend matches, and assess player performance based on physical attributes, technical abilities, and tactical understanding. They work for professional clubs, college programs, or scouting agencies to identify talent that fits a team's needs. Strong knowledge of the game, keen observational skills, and networking are essential for success in this role.

What are the typical daily or weekly responsibilities of a football scout?

Football scouts spend their time attending matches, reviewing game footage, and analyzing player performances to identify talent for potential recruitment. They often travel extensively, visit training sessions, and compile detailed reports on players’ skills, physical attributes, and tactical awareness. Collaboration with coaches, club management, and other scouts is common to share insights and develop scouting strategies. Additionally, scouts may participate in scouting network meetings and maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging players, ensuring their club gains a competitive edge in recruitment.

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To thrive in Football Scouting, you need a strong understanding of the game, player evaluation techniques, and often prior experience in football or athletic talent assessment. Familiarity with scouting databases, video analysis software, and league compliance systems is crucial. Excellent observational skills, communication, and relationship-building abilities help scouts gain insights and network effectively. These skills are essential for accurately identifying promising talent and providing valuable recommendations to football teams or organizations.

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Director, Football Scouting

Director, Football Scouting

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

Iowa City, IA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for a Director, Football Scouting to assist with the football recruiting process. This is a full-time (probationary and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 250 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a "Win. Graduate. Do It Right." philosophy. For more information regarding Athletics, please click here.
Responsibilities: The Director, Football Scouting is responsible for providing administrative support to the General Manager/Football Chief of Staff and Director of Football Player Personnel in all aspects of the recruiting process and in support of the day-to-day planning of the University of Iowa Football program, utilizing exceptional interpersonal skills and abilities to interact with internal and external constituents, exercising a high degree of independent judgment, confidentiality and attention to detail. This position requires some travel, work in the evenings, on weekends and holidays.
Benefits Highlights: Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa is a Big Ten, nationally ranked research university with 30,000 students located in Iowa City. A vibrant community boasting excellent public schools, safe, comfortable neighborhoods, affordable housing, a highly educated population, and numerous cultural, recreational, and sporting opportunities and events contribute to the Iowa City area frequently appearing high on the best-places-to-live listings. Go to "Working at Iowa" to learn more.
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
  • Minimum of one year full-time administrative work experience within football recruiting at the NCAA level;
  • Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships;
  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational and critical thinking skills, and ability to be proactive;
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently to complete multiple projects and meet deadlines simultaneously;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • Must be proficient in basic office support software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook calendaring, Zoom, Skype, etc.;
  • A valid U.S. driving license and the ability to meet and maintain University of Iowa Driving Policy standards.

Desired qualifications:
  • Full-time administrative experience working within football recruiting at the Division one level highly desired;
  • Knowledge of University policies, procedures and regulations;.
  • Basic knowledge and understanding of the professionalism and intensity necessary to successfully contribute to a Division I football program.
  • Genuine passion for and experience with supporting the holistic development of student-athletes, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental health and overall well-being.

Application Process: Visit our website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu and search for keywords "Director, Football Scouting". Only applications submitted at https://jobs.uiowa.edu will be accepted.
  • Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
  • Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a relevant file to the submission. Applications without both a cover letter and resume will be considered incomplete and ineligible for consideration.
  • Successful candidates will be subject to a credential/education verification and criminal background check and be required to self-disclose any conviction history.
  • Five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
  • As a part of the University of Iowa's review of your application and consistent with its policies and practices, the University may access and/or view information about you that is job-related and publicly available on the internet, including but not limited to information on social media sites. The access, viewing and/or use of such information is governed by the University's Policy on Human Rights, as well as state and federal law.
  • For questions or additional information, please contact athletics ATHL-human-resources@uiowa.edu .

About Iowa:
  • Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.
  • Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.
  • Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.
  • Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

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