Director of Football Recruiting Strategy and Events

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Job Posting Title:

Director of Football Recruiting Strategy and Events

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM Athletics - Football Administration (Austin Thomas (00000088))

Work Location:

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

Job Posting Title:

Director of Football Recruiting Strategy and Events

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM Athletics - Football Administration (Austin Thomas (00000088))

Work Location:

0101 Football Operations Building

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, LSU Athletics acknowledges the impacts of implicit bias and structural inequity that can impede the creation of a vibrant and representative workforce. We recognize the benefits of diverse perspectives in leadership and of equity in the distribution of organizational resources and opportunities. Therefore, we are committed to eliminating barriers to create a better future for our employees, partners and community. To the fair consideration, employment, retention and advancement of qualified applicants, we welcome the unique contributions that individuals bring in terms of their education, race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, spirituality, socio-economic status, ability, family status, veteran’s status, experiences, opinions, and ideas. Forever LSU.

The Director of Football Recruiting Strategy and Events is a support role for one of the most critical areas of the entire football operations, recruitment of student-athletes. Due to the maintain very confidential nature of student-athlete recruiting, the incumbent is in a highly sensitive position and must be able to trust of the entire coaching staff. The incumbent is exposed daily to information of a highly confidential nature and must demonstrate a high degree of professionalism.

75% Direct oversight with administrative duties for official and unofficial recruiting visits, including travel arrangements, accommodations, meals, tours, compliance documentation and expense reports; assists with administrative duties for all special events associated with recruiting, including pregame and postgame parties, dinners, banquets and social events for official visits, etc.; assists in managing the recruiting database. The information on recruits must be thoroughly analyzed to provide date for the Director of Recruiting to disseminate to the coaching staff as they plan for visits. Collects statistical data on recruits and continually updates computerized reports. It is vitally important that such information be current and completely accurate. Thisinformation helps to ensure compliance with NCAA regulations and determines the effectiveness of recruiting methods; assists with administrative duties in the development of a former student-athlete (alumni) database and activities to involve LSU student-athletes alumni with the LSU Athletic Department.

20% Coordinating the Compliance efforts of the Football recruiting database. Responsible for all logging for data entry of all countable coaches’ telephone calls; evaluation and contacts, and official and unofficial visit documentation. Handles all purchasing for the football recruiting office, including invoice approval for payment. Assist in managing recruiting board and prospect strategy to fill the needs of the team based on depth chart and eligibility; Manages recruiting strategy for creatives and mailers for prospective student-athletes.

5% Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the creation of an inclusive culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with three years experience in a collegiate or professional athletics department; Knowledge and commitment to NCAA rules and regulations; Knowledge of Windows based computer programs.

Special or Physical Qualifications:

Ability and willingness to work extended days and weekends, Travel is required.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

Posting Date:

August 21, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

August 28, 2024

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact theOffice of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.