Director of Football Operations

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Director of Football Operations position within the Athletics Deprtment.

The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.  We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.  A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

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The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Up to 100% tuition remission for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility
• A generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Head Football Coach, the Director of Football Operations will oversee and supervise the day-to-day administrative operations of the University’s football program.  This position will coordinate all aspects of operational activities such as team travel, post season trips, training camps, recruitment events, and football alumni events.  The Director of Football Operations will also be responsible for developing and managing the football program’s operational budget as well as other administrative support tasks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.) Football Operations and Supervision  

• Oversee and supervise the day-to-day administrative operations of the football program.  In addition, oversee and supervise all its major components to include, but not limited to, team travel, post season trips, training camp and football alumni events.       

2.) Administrative Responsibilities    

• Manage the program’s operating and travel budgets.  Create and maintain a yearly calendar.  Serve as the liaison to the athletic administration, compliance administration, academics, university housing and dining administration, parents association, Teamworks Software service, and Pioneer Football League office.    

3.) Recruiting  

• Assist with the organization’s official and unofficial recruiting visits to include the summer prospect camp.    

4.) Engagement   

• Assist the Head Football Coach by attending intercollegiate athletics, university alumni and fundraising events.  Work with the Sports Information Director to participate in approved media requests.      

5.)Other Duties as Assigned

• Assist and/or complete other duties that may be assigned by the VP and Director of Athletics, Football Sport Administrator or Head Football Coach.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Five years of program management experience preferably at the collegiate level  

Preferred Qualifications

• A master’s degree
• Working knowledge of NCAA compliance rules and regulations

An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted.

HOW TO APPLY

All interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/ . Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs .

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