Lafayette College: Human Resources: Staff Positions: Athletics

Location

Easton, PA

Open Date

Lafayette College: Human Resources: Staff Positions: Athletics

Location

Easton, PA

Open Date

May 19, 2024

Description

Description:

The Director of Football Operations is a non-coaching support staff role that oversees the day-to-day logistics for the sport of football associated with Lafayette College and the Patriot League.

Primary Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include coordinating aspects of team travel including transportation, lodging, and meals. Assisting the Football coaching staff with all aspects of the recruitment of Prospective Student-Athletes. Assisting the Head Coach with overseeing the team budget and development activities, and overseeing the incoming student-athlete transition. A liaison to all internal and external constituents of the program, including Sports Medicine, Equipment, Alumni, Donors, Parents, Dining Services, and members of the community. Other duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years experience in an operations role. Strong verbal and written communication skills along with knowledge of Google Workspace for Education, Microsoft Office, and ARMS.Possess knowledge and abide by NCAA and Patriot League rules and regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to cultivate professional relationships with students-athletes and staff and be passionate about the student-athlete experience. Must have strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Excellent verbal/written communication skills. Computer/Technological skills, able to work with a diverse group of people with various backgrounds, education levels, and cultural differences. Must be able to work nights and weekends.

Application Instructions

Compensation & Application:

This is an hourly position without benefits. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references. Application review will begin immediately with an expected start date of Jun 1, 2024.

Lafayette College is committed to creating a diverse community: one that is inclusive and responsive, and is supportive of each and all of its faculty, students, and staff. The College seeks to promote diversity in its many manifestations. These include but are not limited to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, and place of origin. All members of the College community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning environment in which difference is valued, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced.