Assistant Director of Scouting, Football

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Position SummaryThe assistant director of scouting at Rice University works under the direction of the Director of Player Personnel and General Manager and is responsible for planning and coordinating recruiting of student athletes for the football program. This person partners with the recruiting staff as well as others on the coaching staff in developing recruiting strategies, in cooperation with the Head Football Coach.

The assistant director of scouting is also responsible for supporting the philosophy, goals, and mission of Rice University and its intercollegiate athletics program as well as adherence to Departmental, University, American Athletic Conference, and NCAA policies and procedures as it relates to recruitment of student athletics. Workplace RequirementsOn campus position: This position is exclusively on-site, necessitating all duties to be performed in-person. Per Rice policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change. Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in related fieldOne or more (1+) year related professional experience in student recruitment and/or working with a collegiate or professional football program.

Must possess (or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire) and maintain a valid Texas driver's license with no more than three moving violations and/or at fault accidents within the past 36 months, and no convictions or deferred dispositions for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) within the past five yearsSkillsStrong verbal and written communication skills Excellent reading comprehension skills Demonstrated ability to work independently and make distinctions among competitive applicants Excellent organizational and time management skills Excellent interpersonal skills such as professionalism, collaborative, influencer and demonstrates cheerful and positive behaviors Demonstrated presentation skills Evidence of program planning and management skills Must have proper knowledge and skills surrounding the sport of footballEssential FunctionsAssist DPP with Compliance within the recruiting departmentAssist in all on-campus Official and Unofficial visitsAssist DPP with evaluation of scholar-athletes and evaluation for coachesAssist DPP Provide senior, junior, and transfer portal athletes for position coaches to evaluate weekly.

Assist DPP with Transfer Portal EvaluationConstantly evaluate and look for ways to create a streamlined and efficient recruiting departmentAssist DPP with coordination of Off-Campus Coaches TravelCommunicate with position coaches about travel, school/home visits Plan ahead for future recruiting classesAssist in Management of Summer Camps & JR DaysRice University HR | Benefits: https: //knowledgecafe. rice. edu/benefitsRice Mission and Values: Mission and Values | Rice UniversityRice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools.

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