Director of Scouting

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Closing Date:

01/13/2026

Type of Position: Coaching/Recruiting

Workstudy Position:

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions.

Students at all University of Arkansas institutions will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students.”

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Student Jobs at UAF.”

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

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process 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.

Closing Date:

01/13/2026

Type of Position: Coaching/Recruiting

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

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As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department: Football

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Summary of Job Duties: The Director of Scouting serves as the primary leader for the identification, evaluation, and organization of prospective student-athletes for the football program. This position oversees prospect discovery across high school, junior college, and the NCAA Transfer Portal; manages recruiting databases and boards; and collaborates closely with the General Manager, coaching staff, and recruiting operations personnel to ensure a comprehensive, consistent, and compliant recruiting process. The role requires strong relationship-building skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

• Demonstrated experience in NCAA Division I football scouting, recruiting boards, and personnel evaluation

• Knowledge of NCAA recruiting rules and procedures

• At least two years experience using recruiting databases and video evaluation platforms to support roster construction

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in Quality Control football position and/or Director level of Player Personnel

• Experience evaluating high school, junior college, and transfer portal prospects

• Established relationships with high school and junior college coaches, and trainers

• Experience working within a General Manager or personnel department structure within a collegiate football program

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Working knowledge of NCAA compliance, admissions, and academic eligibility processes

• Knowledge of football personnel evaluation principles and position-specific criteria

• Strong organizational and database management skills

• Attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to evaluate film and apply standardized grading systems

• Ability to collaborate effectively with coaches, staff, and external stakeholders

• Ability to travel, work nights/weekends, and maintain flexible hours during recruiting periods

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Krista Hoover, Senior HR Partner - Athletics, kristah@uark.edu, 479-575-4647

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: Talking

Frequent Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Occasional Physical Activity: N/A

Benefits Eligible: Yes

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