Director of Football Player Development

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Director of Football Player Development

Position Number

982426

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Department

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Director of Football Player Development

Position Number

982426

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Department

ATH Football

Department Homepage

www.ecupirates.com

Advertising Department

FOOTBALL

Division

Athletics

Classification Title

Director Professional

Working Title

Director of Football Player Development

Number of Vacancies

1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)

1.0

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

$80,000 -$83,000

Position Location (City)

Greenville

Position Type

Non-Faculty

Job Category

Non-Faculty Professional

Organizational Unit Overview

The athletics department mission is to represent East Carolina University with distinction and create a challenging and supportive environment for student-athletes to excel in the classroom, in competition, and in life. We are committed to the highest standards of character, honesty, effort, and sportsmanship; respecting all people, their personal identities, differences and beliefs; and to provide a safe and equitable environment for student-athletes’ academic, athletic and personal development. The highly visible athletics program is committed to NCAA compliance, comprehensive excellence and to be trustworthy stewards of the aspirations of our student-athletes, the resources we manage, the reputation of our University, and our mission of service.

Job Duties

Working with the Football Operations staff and reporting to the Head Football Coach, the individual serving in this position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

• Responsible to mentor and assist student-athletes transition into the college environment while ensuring player development needs are addressed and met.
  
• Serve as liaison between student-athletes and internal or external departments and agencies as it relates to player development. This includes career development/employment opportunities.
  
• Supports the student-athletes with housing, dining, and academics.
  
• Coordinate personal development and coordinates community service initiatives.
  
• Mentor student-athletes with educational support, training and knowledge to manage their personal finances and improve financial decision making
  
• Identifies and monitors at-risk student-athletes.
  
• Serves as point of contact for student-athletes to disclose personal issues and/or concerns. Refers student to appropriate university department or external agency to ensure proper support and/or counseling opportunity is provided.
  
• Coordinate all aspects of NFL Pro Day
  
• Coordinate registration of Pro Sport agents and education to student-athletes.
  
• Assists in the coordination of ECU football clinics. (e.g. High School coaches clinic)
  
• Liaison with Pirate Club for football related letterwinner reunions and activities.
  
• Perform duties with professional conduct representing the university and athletics department and provide leadership cultivating an environment of compliance, performance excellence, respect, and student-athlete well-being.
  
• Comply with all applicable laws, policies, by-laws, regulations, procedures and guidelines of North Carolina, University of North Carolina system, East Carolina University, the Department of Athletics, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and all applicable conferences or associations.
  

• Build quality relationships and work collaboratively and professionally with athletics, Pirate Club, and University staff, students, and all constituents and stakeholders.

• Nights, weekends, holidays, extended hours, and travel are required in the performance of duties.

• Perform other duties as assigned by Head Football Coach.

Minimum Education/Experience

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and previous football experience coaching, playing, or working in athletic administration at the high school, college or professional level.

Qualifying degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions and conferred by the time of hire.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

None

Special Instructions to Applicant

Candidates must also submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae/resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Official transcript required within 30 days of employment.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date

01/28/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

Initial Screening Begins

02/12/2026

Rank Level

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/...

Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Please indicate where you learned about this Athletics position.

   • NCAA
   • NACDA
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • DiverseJobs.net
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • ECU website
   • Professional Association (e.g. CoSIDA, NACMA, AFCA, NABC, ABCA, etc.)
   • Other

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References

Optional Documents

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