Director of Football Relations

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Director of Football Relations

Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Director of Football Relations

Department

Athletics-0850

Requisition Number

S_240468

Posting Open Date

05/29/2024

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

06/06/2024

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Description of Work

Serve as the initial point and primary contact for high school football coaches. Oversee the administration of the football walk-on program. Serve as liaison for professional football team scouts and coaches. In collaboration with the Head Football Strength & Conditioning Coach, lead the organization and implementation of the football program’s on-campus pro scouting day. Assist with on-campus recruiting activities as permitted under

NCAA

rules. The selected candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree plus minimum 2 years’ high school, college, or

NFL

football experience required. Graduate Assistant experience acceptable. Strong football knowledge. Knowledge of

NCAA

rules and regulations required. Strong communication and computer skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer knowledge of football business operations at the Division I level.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

No

Physical Required

No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Yes

Posted Salary

Negotiable

How to Apply

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or

PDF

format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Susan Elza

selza@huskers.com

Job Category (old)

Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References Optional Documents