Director, On Campus Recruiting, Football

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College • Kennesaw, GA

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About The Position

Plays a pivotal role in identifying, engaging, and securing talented student-athletes to join the university's football program. Strategically plans, manages, and executes recruitment efforts. Builds and maintains effective relationship-building, meticulous evaluation processes, and adherence to NCAA, conference, and university regulations. Ensures the recruitment process aligns with the university's values and standards, while also providing prospective student-athletes with a comprehensive understanding of the academic, community, and athletic opportunities available at Kennesaw State University. Contributes directly to the success and competitiveness of the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field
• Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license
• Two (2) years of related work experience

Nice To Haves

• An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
• Previous experience in college football recruiting, preferably at the NCAA Division I level
• Proficiency in recruiting software and data management tools

Responsibilities

• Develops, executes, and manages a comprehensive recruitment strategy in collaboration with the head coach and coaching staff, identifies target regions, high schools, and prospects that align with the program's goals and academic standards at Kennesaw State University
• Manages and executes all recruiting efforts, including official and unofficial campus visits, and game day recruiting programming
• Identifies emerging talent and trends within the recruiting landscape, keeping abreast of developments in high school football, college commitments, and transfer portal activity
• Responsible for the creation, execution, and maintenance of the twelve (12) months recruiting calendar including mail, video, graphics, social and creative media, and any other means of recruiting
• Serves as the primary point of contact for prospects and their families throughout the recruiting process, providing information, guidance, and support as needed
• Coordinates and executes all aspects of on-campus visits for prospective student-athletes, including scheduling meetings with coaches, academic advisors, and campus tours
• Ensures that visits are tailored to showcase the unique strengths and opportunities available at Kennesaw State University
• Educates coaching staff, prospects, and their families on relevant regulations, rules and guidelines to maintain the integrity of the recruiting process
• Maintains creditable and accurate records of recruiting activities, including contact logs, prospect evaluations, and/or scholarship offers
• Utilizes recruiting software and databases to track prospects, monitor progress, and generate and analyze data reports for coaching staff, administrative, and leadership purposes
• Organizes and participates in recruiting events such as camps, showcases, and official visits
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that events are well-coordinated and provide meaningful experiences for prospects, families, and coaches
• Directs, guides, and mentors student interns and/or student staff on duties and responsibilities related to recruiting prospective student-athletes
• Assists department leaders with the management and monitoring of the sport program's recruiting budget

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree