Director, Football Operations

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Director, Football Operations. - Boca Raton, FL.

The Director for Football Operations is a professional staff member in the football office with primary responsibility for game day operations for the team and team travel. Will oversee the day to day activities of the football office as well as manage full time and part time FAU Football operations staff. Will also assist with recruiting and operations functions in conjunction with the recruiting coordinator.

Individual will work with the Director of Purchasing and the University's Travel Office to secure all charter planes and charter buses for football team travel. Assist the head football coach with establishing travel policies for the football team that adheres to State of Florida, Florida Atlantic University and NCAA policies and procedures.

Coordinates team meals, meetings and lodging for all home and away football events with hotel management. Included in these correspondences is negotiating with hotel management for the most economical options available to accommodate the team.

This individual will also act as the contact for all professional scouts expressing an interest in FAU football players. This includes ensuring that all scouts are registered with the Athletics Compliance office and are aware of NCAA rules and regulations dealing with player contacts.

Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence.

For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs. 

Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account.

Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Director, Football Operations. - Boca Raton, FL.

The Director for Football Operations is a professional staff member in the football office with primary responsibility for game day operations for the team and team travel. Will oversee the day to day activities of the football office as well as manage full time and part time FAU Football operations staff. Will also assist with recruiting and operations functions in conjunction with the recruiting coordinator.

Individual will work with the Director of Purchasing and the University's Travel Office to secure all charter planes and charter buses for football team travel. Assist the head football coach with establishing travel policies for the football team that adheres to State of Florida, Florida Atlantic University and NCAA policies and procedures.

Coordinates team meals, meetings and lodging for all home and away football events with hotel management. Included in these correspondences is negotiating with hotel management for the most economical options available to accommodate the team.

This individual will also act as the contact for all professional scouts expressing an interest in FAU football players. This includes ensuring that all scouts are registered with the Athletics Compliance office and are aware of NCAA rules and regulations dealing with player contacts.

Position requires the use of considerable knowledge of NCAA [National Collegiate Athletic Association] policies and procedures as well as up-to-date knowledge of the travel industry and group travel.

Manages and oversees Football Department support staff; including the areas of Player Development, Strength & Conditioning, Recruiting, Video & Design, and Sports Nutrition.

FAU Benefits and Perks  

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• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. 

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service 

• Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relat... 

• Sick Leave Pool Program 

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/comm...  

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index... 

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Minimum Qualifications:

A master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience required; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience required.

Salary:

$75,000 - $100,000 per year.

College or Department:

University Athletics

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Weekends and nights as needed.

Application Deadline:

2024-12-11

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.