Job Description

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core value of diverse and inclusive communities and respects the educational benefits of diverse ideas, peoples, and cultures in order to contribute to the equitable inclusion and just engagement of the world’s communities. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), the Virginia Tech Department of Athletics is committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community. We are committed to attracting and retaining student-athletes, coaches, and staff from diverse backgrounds while also fostering an inclusive educational and work environment free from any discrimination based on age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

The Assistant Director of Player Personnel / Football is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the Football Program's recruiting efforts. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Identifying potential prospects, assist with all on-campus visits by prospective student athletes, oversee student workers, update ARMS database, and special projects/tasks as assigned. This position will report directly to the Sr. Director of Player Personnel / Football.

Required Qualifications

Job Description

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core value of diverse and inclusive communities and respects the educational benefits of diverse ideas, peoples, and cultures in order to contribute to the equitable inclusion and just engagement of the world’s communities. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), the Virginia Tech Department of Athletics is committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community. We are committed to attracting and retaining student-athletes, coaches, and staff from diverse backgrounds while also fostering an inclusive educational and work environment free from any discrimination based on age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

The Assistant Director of Player Personnel / Football is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the Football Program's recruiting efforts. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Identifying potential prospects, assist with all on-campus visits by prospective student athletes, oversee student workers, update ARMS database, and special projects/tasks as assigned. This position will report directly to the Sr. Director of Player Personnel / Football.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree and/or bachelors degree with relevant experience.
Experience working in a Division I football program.
Knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations pertaining to football.
Experience using Hudl and XOS.
Experience with recruiting services such as UC Report, Zcruit, XOS Scout, etc).
Experience with ARMS or similar prospective student athlete database.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative suites.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Commitment to diversity.
Ability to communicate to prospects and their families.
Ability to work on a daily basis with a diverse coaching staff.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a "Power 5" football program.
Experience as a college football player and/or coach.

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

$40,000

Review Date

2/15/24

Additional Information

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The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Stuart Cochran at stuart@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.