Director of Player Development - Football

State of Virginia • Harrisonburg, VA

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About The Position

James Madison University, a Division I member of the NCAA and Sun Belt Conference, is accepting applications for a Director of Player Development, Football. The Director of Player Development, Football will manage the Football Program's Student-Athlete Development & Leadership Program, which encompasses 105-120 Football Student-Athletes. This position will develop and implement Player Development & Leadership strategy and initiatives that are specific for the Football Program and is aligned with JMU Athletics and Dukes LEAD's objective and philosophy. This position is a full time, three year funded position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of FBS College Football or NFL experience.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience working with collegiate student athletes.
• Proven experience working with diverse populations.
• Ability to work nights, holidays and weekends.
• Knowledge of NCAA guidelines and eligibility rules.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Football Student-Athlete Development & Leadership Program and initiatives which encompasses 105-120 Football Student-Athletes as directed by the Head Football Coach and in concert with the Assistant A.D. for Student-Athlete Development.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive Player Development strategy that is specific for the Football Program and is aligned with JMU Athletics and Dukes LEAD's objective and philosophy.
• Oversee Life Skills programming to prepare Football Student-Athletes for life after College/Football.
• Oversee and Develop the Football Student-Athlete Mentorship Program by cultivating relationships with external partners.
• Plan and Coordinate Wednesday Wisdom Programming during the Spring and Summer Semesters.
• Mentor Football Student-Athletes from transitioning to JMU through Graduation and beyond.
• Assist Football Student-Athletes with career needs (interview training, resume building, etc.).
• Build relationships with internal and external partners to enhance Player Development opportunities.
• Provide professional development for the Football program and facilitate career development opportunities.
• Coordinate personal development and community outreach and service initiatives.
• Coordinate and Plan 'Community Host Family' initiative for the Football program.
• Collaborate with the Assistant A.D. for Student-Athlete Leadership on JMU Athletic Student-Athlete Development/Leadership Events.
• Coordinate and Communicate with all internal and external Athletic Department services.
• Collaborate with the University Career Center by promoting events and programs to Football student-athletes.
• Work closely with the Football Program's support staff to ensure Student-Athlete Development Programming is in alignment with other services.
• Attend Practices & Games and be a resource for Football Student-Athletes on a day-to-day basis.
• Ensure compliance with all NCAA, SBC, and JMU Athletics rules and regulations.
• Assist the Football Coaching Staff with on-campus recruiting.
• Develop a Name, Image, and Likeness Education Course for Football Student-Athletes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees