Director Athletic Recruiting

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

Responsible for managing the coordination of all recruiting efforts not limited to official and unofficial visits, managing student recruiting volunteers, student-athlete development, and assisting with in house operational needs. Oversee key administrative functions, compliance, and operational aspects, ensuring alignment with institutional, conference, and NCAA standards.

• Lead the development and execution of the football program's recruiting visits, identifying and coordinating effective locations for both on campus and off campus recruiting events.
• Collaborate with the General Manager on all on campus prospect camps and clinics.
• Oversee official and unofficial visits for recruits in compliance with NCAA regulations.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional policies, including recruiting.
• Design and execute comprehensive player development programs focused on academic, athletic, and personal growth.

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

Responsible for managing the coordination of all recruiting efforts not limited to official and unofficial visits, managing student recruiting volunteers, student-athlete development, and assisting with in house operational needs. Oversee key administrative functions, compliance, and operational aspects, ensuring alignment with institutional, conference, and NCAA standards.

• Lead the development and execution of the football program's recruiting visits, identifying and coordinating effective locations for both on campus and off campus recruiting events.
• Collaborate with the General Manager on all on campus prospect camps and clinics.
• Oversee official and unofficial visits for recruits in compliance with NCAA regulations.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional policies, including recruiting.
• Design and execute comprehensive player development programs focused on academic, athletic, and personal growth.
• Serve as Liaison for Player Parents and create and manage the Parents Facebook Group.
• Oversee Initial Eligibility along with serving as the Liaison to the Office of Compliance, Student-Athletic Academic Center, and SALC.
• Ensure compliance with all NCAA, conference, and institutional policies, maintaining accurate and timely records of recruiting activities and roster decisions. Collaborate with compliance officers to address eligibility and operational questions.
• Represent the football program in community outreach and public events, identifying and managing issues impacting the program's reputation and public image. Work with other athletic and institutional departments to foster fan engagement and generate revenue
• Develop programs and initiatives to support player retention, academic success, and personal growth, collaborating with academic advisors and support staff to monitor player progress and ensure eligibility. Work with coaches to design individualized development plans for players.
• Coordinate class check schedules and class checkers. Along with overseeing the Academic Plans and Progress for the players and support areas.
• Coordinate in conjunction with the Assistant AD for Football Operations, all onboarding of first time student-athletes not limited to: Class Schedules, Housing, and financial aid.
• Assist the Assistant AD for Football Operations with Team Activities not limited to: Team Bonding, Team Meals, Team Meetings, etc.
• Reviews, understands, and abides by all department procedures
• Ensures the athletic department is in compliance with all institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations, including the development and implementation of procedures by which compliance will be determined and documented.
• Adheres to all State of Florida, University, NCAA, Conference USA and department rules and policies pertaining to the position of Director of Recruiting/Football Operations Coordinator. Report any known NCAA violations or concerns to the Director of Athletic Compliance and be responsible for the monitoring of any subordinate as it relates to NCAA regulations.
• Serves as a University card user for departmental transactions. Adheres to University credit card policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree and four (4) years of sports related experience; OR a Master's degree and two (2) years of related experience; OR eight (8) years of sports related experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Job Category

Administrative

Advertised Salary

  $60,000 - $70,000

Work Schedule

• Begin time: 8:30 AM
• End time: 5:00 PM

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Driver's License Check
• Fingerprinting Check
• Expanded Background Check

Other Information

• Ability to travel locally and nationally.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University

How To Apply

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications". 

_ To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. _

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.  It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

How To Apply

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications". 

_ To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. _

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment.  Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Disclosures

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.  However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of  their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

_ FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or email ocrca@fiu.edu. _

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