Director of College Personnel

Welcome to Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”), the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. With an unparalleled record of 137 NCAA team championships, we are the proud Home of Champions. Our success isn’t just measured in trophies; it’s reflected in the passion of our nearly 900 student-athletes competing across 36 intercollegiate varsity teams. It resonates in our unwavering support for the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. At Stanford, we don’t just embrace excellence; we define it. We don’t just nurture champions; we create them. Our actions are guided by the core tenets of DAPER culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively.

Are you ready to inspire champions? If yes, then this may be the right opportunity for you!

We are currently accepting applications for the Director of College Personnel. This role leads all scouting and evaluation efforts related to college football talent, including current Stanford student-athletes and external prospects in the transfer portal. As the program’s primary talent evaluator for college-level personnel decisions, the Director of College Personnel will help shape roster strategy through assessing fit, value, timing, and retention priorities. This position reports to the Associate General Manager and is a one-year fixed-term appointment.

Responsibilities include :

• Own the evaluation process for all current rostered players and transfer-portal prospects.
• Work with Assistant GM to develop and maintain Stanford’s internal player valuation model, including “roster market” insights and position-based replacement value metrics.
• Partner with the General Manager and Head Coach to set roster priorities, make data-informed retention decisions, and identify talent gaps.
• Lead the scouting calendar for the portal cycle — monitoring entry windows, tracking key prospects, and coordinating with coaches and recruiting staff to build relationships where appropriate.
• Build and manage a comprehensive scouting database, integrating internal analytics and external scouting sources.
• Produce written and visual scouting reports for staff meetings and decision sessions.
• Collaborate with the Director of Recruiting Strategy on evaluation consistency between high school and college pipelines.
• Manage communication and collaboration with analysts and coaches on roster management projects (e.g., positional value, depth projections, scholarship planning).

Welcome to Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (“DAPER”), the premier intercollegiate athletics program in the country. With an unparalleled record of 137 NCAA team championships, we are the proud Home of Champions. Our success isn’t just measured in trophies; it’s reflected in the passion of our nearly 900 student-athletes competing across 36 intercollegiate varsity teams. It resonates in our unwavering support for the university’s physical education, recreation, and wellness initiatives. At Stanford, we don’t just embrace excellence; we define it. We don’t just nurture champions; we create them. Our actions are guided by the core tenets of DAPER culture, “The DAPER Way,” which are: Embrace Scholar Athleticism, Pursue and Revere Excellence, Lead with Courage, and Work Cohesively.

Are you ready to inspire champions? If yes, then this may be the right opportunity for you!

We are currently accepting applications for the Director of College Personnel. This role leads all scouting and evaluation efforts related to college football talent, including current Stanford student-athletes and external prospects in the transfer portal. As the program’s primary talent evaluator for college-level personnel decisions, the Director of College Personnel will help shape roster strategy through assessing fit, value, timing, and retention priorities. This position reports to the Associate General Manager and is a one-year fixed-term appointment.

Responsibilities include :

• Own the evaluation process for all current rostered players and transfer-portal prospects.
• Work with Assistant GM to develop and maintain Stanford’s internal player valuation model, including “roster market” insights and position-based replacement value metrics.
• Partner with the General Manager and Head Coach to set roster priorities, make data-informed retention decisions, and identify talent gaps.
• Lead the scouting calendar for the portal cycle — monitoring entry windows, tracking key prospects, and coordinating with coaches and recruiting staff to build relationships where appropriate.
• Build and manage a comprehensive scouting database, integrating internal analytics and external scouting sources.
• Produce written and visual scouting reports for staff meetings and decision sessions.
• Collaborate with the Director of Recruiting Strategy on evaluation consistency between high school and college pipelines.
• Manage communication and collaboration with analysts and coaches on roster management projects (e.g., positional value, depth projections, scholarship planning).

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree with 8-10 years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

• Some scouting background (NFL or college) preferred.
• Strong analytical and evaluative instincts.
• Must be comfortable managing complex data sets, film review processes and coordinating across multiple stakeholders.

DAPER’s Integrity :

This position, along with all DAPER coaches and staff, is responsible for the integrity of Stanford’s intercollegiate athletics program and for the reputation of Stanford University. This position is responsible for ensuring that his/her/their involvement with Athletics Department activities maintains the integrity of the University’s reputation and does not negatively impact the relationship between the University and its faculty, staff, students and alumni. Additionally, this position must comply with University policies and procedures, NCAA and ACC rules and regulations.

Why Stanford is for you :

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

The expected pay range for this position is $162,809 - $197,109 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanfo...) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 4123
• Employee Status: Fixed-Term
• Grade: K
• Requisition ID: 108217
• Work Arrangement : On Site

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