Football Recruiting

EXPIRED

_ Note for Current UM Employees _

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Position Description

Ole Miss Athletics strives to advance a championship culture that develops, educates and empowers our student-athletes while providing a premier experience for the Ole Miss family.

This position supports the daily operations of the University’s Division I football program. The incumbent plays a key role in the evaluation of prospective student-athletes and assists with football operations and logistics. Responsibilities include coordinating official and unofficial visits, supporting the President of Football Operations/General Manager, and assisting coaching staff with travel, logistics, and compliance-related activities.

Examples of Work Performed:
• Collaborates with Admissions, Compliance, and other campus departments to coordinate campus ambassadors and ensure a high-quality visit experience for recruits and their families.
• Partners with Athletics staff to plan and execute official and unofficial campus visits for prospective student-athletes.
• Assists in developing detailed itineraries and schedules for visits, events, and recruiting weekends.
• Supports coaching staff with recruiting logistics, including travel arrangements, reimbursements, and itinerary management.
• Coordinates internal meetings with staff and coaches to review, plan, and evaluate recruiting activities.
• Assists with daily football operations, including administrative support for the President of Football Operations.
• Works closely with the Compliance Office to ensure all recruiting activities adhere to University, NCAA, and conference (e.g., SEC) rules and regulations.

_ Note for Current UM Employees _

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Position Description

Ole Miss Athletics strives to advance a championship culture that develops, educates and empowers our student-athletes while providing a premier experience for the Ole Miss family.

This position supports the daily operations of the University’s Division I football program. The incumbent plays a key role in the evaluation of prospective student-athletes and assists with football operations and logistics. Responsibilities include coordinating official and unofficial visits, supporting the President of Football Operations/General Manager, and assisting coaching staff with travel, logistics, and compliance-related activities.

Examples of Work Performed:
• Collaborates with Admissions, Compliance, and other campus departments to coordinate campus ambassadors and ensure a high-quality visit experience for recruits and their families.
• Partners with Athletics staff to plan and execute official and unofficial campus visits for prospective student-athletes.
• Assists in developing detailed itineraries and schedules for visits, events, and recruiting weekends.
• Supports coaching staff with recruiting logistics, including travel arrangements, reimbursements, and itinerary management.
• Coordinates internal meetings with staff and coaches to review, plan, and evaluate recruiting activities.
• Assists with daily football operations, including administrative support for the President of Football Operations.
• Works closely with the Compliance Office to ensure all recruiting activities adhere to University, NCAA, and conference (e.g., SEC) rules and regulations.
• Supervises and approves time for student workers assigned to recruiting and operations duties.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support the goals and objectives of the football program.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of NCAA Division I rules and regulations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in athletics administration or related field preferred.

Essential Functions
These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring Department.
1. Assists with daily activities associated with the University’s on-campus recruiting program.
2. Prepares and maintains itineraries for official and unofficial visits.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education/Experience
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
AND
Experience:
One (1) year of experience related to the above-described duties.

An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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