Director of Player Development - FB (Director of Football Player Development and Alumni Relations)

Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience in a collegiate program. An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be substituted for the requirements noted. Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Grade EG. Salary Minimum $48,421.

• Experience within a NCAA Division I collegiate football program

• Former Division I student-athlete

• Working knowledge of the game of football

The Director of Football Player Development & Alumni Relations focuses on the holistic development of current student- athletes including character development, leadership skills, football development, and networking for future endeavors post football. The position also functions as the liaison to the football alumni community in coordination with the Deputy Athletic Director, SWA, Director of Football Operations, and the Associate Athletic Director for Development to assure the football program is connected to its legacy of alumni both in the Louisville community and beyond. In addition, this position will strengthen the overall profile of the football programs through collaboration with the current coaching staff, former players, and alumni. Lastly, the position involves assisting in special projects including special events, community outreach, player evaluations, and other duties assigned by the Deputy Athletic Director and Head Football Coach.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and implement player development programing for football student-athletes

• Develop strategies to positively reinforce the importance of character building and team building to student-athletes and coaches

• Acts as liaison and public relations' ambassador between football alumni and the Athletic Department. Coordinates special events, annual giving events, and alumni outreach.

• Develops annual alumni relations and annual giving plans to deal with specific circumstances including goals, calendars, campus objectives, and priorities.

• Works collaboratively with leadership to achieve mutually agreed upon goals and objectives

• Assists coaching staff with short- and long-term strategies in player development.

• Assist the coaching staff with on-campus recruiting efforts for potential student-athletes, including providing on-campus tours as needed.

• Develop and maintain relationships with former University of Louisville football players and alumni

• Other duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach and/or sport administrator

The Athletic Department is committed to creating equitable and inclusive campus environments that accelerate the success of the full range of our students and employees. We believe that employees who feel valued and respected will create policies, programs, practices, research agendas, and services to effectively meet the needs and exceed the expectations of the increasingly diverse student populations we admit and hope to serve.

The Athletic Department encourages candidates to apply who have demonstrated capacity to create inclusive work environments, will work effectively on increasingly diverse teams, and will serve the increasingly diverse students we admit and want to attract.

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at [email protected] or 502.852.6258.

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