Assistant Coach, Director of Football Recruiting

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Assistant Coach, Director of Football Recruiting

Division Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Summary

The Director of Football Recruiting provides championship caliber leadership to the recruiting efforts of Fighting Illini Football. This staff member will be a valued asset of our recruiting staff, providing leadership on key recruiting initiatives. This position will positively represent the program and is expected to operate in a manner that promotes a life-changing, student-athlete experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Recruiting and Admissions –
  • Liaison with Academics staff for football staff.
  • Manage and coordinate all on campus admissions for incoming freshmen and transfer Coordinate the collection of documents required to certify the eligibility of students who transfer to the University;
  • Lead efforts on Questionnaires of high school recruits and high school coaches:
  • Design and coordinate overall structure and plan for key recruiting dates on the NCAA recruiting calendar, including but not limited to signing dates, relevant first day of communications for each class and, permissible scholarship offer window;
  • Assist General Manager in maintaining accurate information in recruiting database;
  • Develop direct communication plan with prospects and families for the coaching staff;
  

Assistant Coach, Director of Football Recruiting

Division Intercollegiate Athletics

Job Summary

The Director of Football Recruiting provides championship caliber leadership to the recruiting efforts of Fighting Illini Football. This staff member will be a valued asset of our recruiting staff, providing leadership on key recruiting initiatives. This position will positively represent the program and is expected to operate in a manner that promotes a life-changing, student-athlete experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Recruiting and Admissions –
  • Liaison with Academics staff for football staff.
  • Manage and coordinate all on campus admissions for incoming freshmen and transfer Coordinate the collection of documents required to certify the eligibility of students who transfer to the University;
  • Lead efforts on Questionnaires of high school recruits and high school coaches:
  • Design and coordinate overall structure and plan for key recruiting dates on the NCAA recruiting calendar, including but not limited to signing dates, relevant first day of communications for each class and, permissible scholarship offer window;
  • Assist General Manager in maintaining accurate information in recruiting database;
  • Develop direct communication plan with prospects and families for the coaching staff;
  • Manage digital messaging and physical mailing plan;
  • Preliminary transcript evaluations on high school and transfer prospects
  • Cultivate and enhance relationships with designated state high school coaches association;
  • Manage all correspondence with high school coaches for camps, clinics and general correspondences.
  • Follow up with Compliance Office on each signee;
  • Works with compliance staff to determine NCAA initial and transfer eligibility for each recruit; and direct each recruit through the admission cycle.
• On-Campus Recruiting and Visits –
  • Liaise with prospective student-athletes guidance offices and counselors to obtain copies of current transcripts, test scores and school officials' signature per NCAA rules prior to campus visit;
  • Supervise travel arrangements for all potential recruits including flights, airport transportation per NCAA rules;
  • Arrange and direct campus tours for recruiting during visits;
  • Account for all guest at each meal per NCAA rules;
  • Assist with all athletic ticket requests for official and unofficial visits for recruits, parents or legal
  guardians, student-athlete hosts and recruiting coaches;
  • Coordinate building aesthetics for all campus visits;
  • Provide on-campus tours for prospective student-athletes and families at the direction of the General Manager;
  • Construct and develop itineraries for multiple unofficial visits throughout the year;
  • Schedule, supervise and manage all student employees during visits;
  • Direct assistant coaches to gather and share information regarding recruits (invites, family names, guest,
  • etc.); and
  • Input pre and post visit compliance documents and ticket requests into the compliance software.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Sports Administration or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Sports Administration or related field. Prior recruiting experience at
Division I level; prior administrative experience at Division I level.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Maintain knowledge of, and compliance with, specific NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and institution rules that relate to this position is required.
• Championship Mindset and Expectations Understands and displays professionalism and integrity that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff; Prioritizes and contributes to the life changing student-athlete experience; Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations; Commitment to the Athletics Department and University’s mission and values; Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays, team travel; and Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 3/17/2025. The minimum salary for this position is $55,000 and the salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/....

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on March 12, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Krissy Doran at kdoran@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID : 1029735
Job Category : Education & Student Services
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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