About the position
The Director of Football Recruiting Strategy and Events plays a pivotal role in the recruitment of student-athletes, which is one of the most critical areas of football operations. This position requires a high level of professionalism and confidentiality, as the incumbent will be privy to sensitive information regarding student-athlete recruitment. The role involves direct oversight of administrative duties for both official and unofficial recruiting visits, which includes managing travel arrangements, accommodations, meals, tours, compliance documentation, and expense reports. Additionally, the Director will assist with the planning and execution of special events related to recruiting, such as pregame and postgame parties, dinners, banquets, and social events for official visits. The incumbent will also be responsible for managing the recruiting database, ensuring that all information on recruits is thoroughly analyzed and up-to-date. This data is crucial for the Director of Recruiting to effectively communicate with the coaching staff as they plan visits. The role requires collecting statistical data on recruits and maintaining computerized reports to ensure compliance with NCAA regulations and to evaluate the effectiveness of recruiting methods. Furthermore, the Director will coordinate compliance efforts related to the football recruiting database, logging all data entries for coaches' telephone calls, evaluations, and visit documentation. In addition to these responsibilities, the Director will handle purchasing for the football recruiting office, including invoice approvals, and assist in managing the recruiting board and prospect strategy to meet the team's needs based on depth charts and eligibility. The role also involves advancing LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through participation in educational and developmental opportunities, fostering an inclusive culture consistent with LSU's values, and performing other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Direct oversight of administrative duties for official and unofficial recruiting visits, including travel arrangements, accommodations, meals, tours, compliance documentation, and expense reports.
- Assist with administrative duties for all special events associated with recruiting, including pregame and postgame parties, dinners, banquets, and social events for official visits.
- Manage the recruiting database, ensuring information on recruits is current and accurate to comply with NCAA regulations.
- Collect and analyze statistical data on recruits and maintain computerized reports for the coaching staff.
- Coordinate compliance efforts of the football recruiting database, logging all data entries for coaches' telephone calls, evaluations, and visit documentation.
- Handle purchasing for the football recruiting office, including invoice approvals for payment.
- Assist in managing the recruiting board and prospect strategy to fill team needs based on depth chart and eligibility.
- Manage recruiting strategy for creatives and mailers for prospective student-athletes.
- Participate in educational and developmental opportunities to support LSU and Athletics Department initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with three years of experience in a collegiate or professional athletics department.
- Knowledge and commitment to NCAA rules and regulations.
- Proficiency in Windows-based computer programs.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in event planning and management within an athletic context.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement options
- Various leave options
- Paid holidays
- Wellness benefits
- Tuition exemption for qualified positions
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee discounts
