Overview
The Director of Player Personnel is responsible for the strategic planning, coordination, and administration of all football recruiting and player personnel operations for the University of Kentucky Football program. This position provides leadership and supervision for the recruiting and creative services staff, oversees recruiting logistics and compliance, manages official and unofficial visits, coordinates NIL and Transfer Portal processes, and serves as a primary liaison between football staff, compliance, administration, and external stakeholders. The position ensures all recruiting and player personnel activities comply with NCAA, Southeastern Conference, and University of Kentucky policies and procedures. Responsibilities
• Lead strategic planning, coordination, and administration of football recruiting and player personnel operations. • Supervise recruiting and creative services staff. • Oversee recruiting logistics and compliance. • Manage official and unofficial visits. • Coordinate NIL and Transfer Portal processes. • Serve as primary liaison between football staff, compliance, administration, and external stakeholders. • Ensure compliance with NCAA, SEC, and University of Kentucky policies and procedures. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Extensive knowledge of NCAA, SEC, and University of Kentucky recruiting rules and regulations. Knowledge of NIL legislation, Transfer Portal policies, and roster management practices. Strong leadership, supervisory, and organizational skills. Ability to manage complex workflows and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with recruiting databases, video platforms, and standard office software. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
02/10/2026 Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How many years of experience do you have working with a NCAA Division I Football program in Recruiting and/or Operations? None More than 0, up through 1 year More than 1 year, up through 3 years More than 3 years, up through 5 years More than 5 years * How many years of experience do you have working in football operations None More than 0 up through 1 year More than 1 year, up through 3 years More than 3 years, up through 5 years More than 5 years * As part of the Southeastern Conference, candidates considered for staff or coaching positions within UK Athletics are required to disclose any unethical conduct. Please answer the below questions regarding your prior collegiate employment. Have you ever been charged with a violation of NCAA 10.1 Unethical Conduct by the NCAA or any NCAA member institution? Yes No * Have you ever been charged with a NCAA Level I, II or III, secondary or major violation or any violations with the Collegiate Sports Commission (CSC) and/or SEC? Yes No * Are you currently involved in any pending NCAA, SEC, or CSC investigation, charges and/or violations of NCAA, SEC, or CSC legislation? Yes No * If you answered yes, to either of the previous three questions, please list all violations in which you’ve been charged or were involved. If you answered no to all three of the previous questions please type: N/A * Has the NCAA Committee on Infractions ever issued you show-cause penalty? Yes No * I agree to and understand that failure to disclose any NCAA violation or false information regarding my NCAA compliance history will result in removal of my application for consideration. Yes No * I understand the NCAA legislation regarding Individuals Associated with a Prospect (IAWP) and that an institution is unable to employ such an individual within a two-year period of enrollment of a prospective student-athlete. Yes No * Please list any football teams that you have been associated with in the past four years (e.g. high school, prep school, AAU, 2-year college). Open Ended Question * Please list any current prospective student-athletes you are associated with (e.g. personal trainer, coach, family member, mentor, etc.). Open Ended Question * I certify that I am not associated with any prospective student-athlete(s) UK is currently recruiting. Yes No Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at. Any data not saved will be lost. Click 'OK' to keep your session active.
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The Director of Player Personnel is responsible for the strategic planning, coordination, and administration of all football recruiting and player personnel operations for the University of Kentucky Football program. This position provides leadership and supervision for the recruiting and creative services staff, oversees recruiting logistics and compliance, manages official and unofficial visits, coordinates NIL and Transfer Portal processes, and serves as a primary liaison between football staff, compliance, administration, and external stakeholders. The position ensures all recruiting and player personnel activities comply with NCAA, Southeastern Conference, and University of Kentucky policies and procedures. Responsibilities
• Lead strategic planning, coordination, and administration of football recruiting and player personnel operations. • Supervise recruiting and creative services staff. • Oversee recruiting logistics and compliance. • Manage official and unofficial visits. • Coordinate NIL and Transfer Portal processes. • Serve as primary liaison between football staff, compliance, administration, and external stakeholders. • Ensure compliance with NCAA, SEC, and University of Kentucky policies and procedures. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Extensive knowledge of NCAA, SEC, and University of Kentucky recruiting rules and regulations. Knowledge of NIL legislation, Transfer Portal policies, and roster management practices. Strong leadership, supervisory, and organizational skills. Ability to manage complex workflows and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with recruiting databases, video platforms, and standard office software. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
02/10/2026 Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How many years of experience do you have working with a NCAA Division I Football program in Recruiting and/or Operations? None More than 0, up through 1 year More than 1 year, up through 3 years More than 3 years, up through 5 years More than 5 years * How many years of experience do you have working in football operations None More than 0 up through 1 year More than 1 year, up through 3 years More than 3 years, up through 5 years More than 5 years * As part of the Southeastern Conference, candidates considered for staff or coaching positions within UK Athletics are required to disclose any unethical conduct. Please answer the below questions regarding your prior collegiate employment. Have you ever been charged with a violation of NCAA 10.1 Unethical Conduct by the NCAA or any NCAA member institution? Yes No * Have you ever been charged with a NCAA Level I, II or III, secondary or major violation or any violations with the Collegiate Sports Commission (CSC) and/or SEC? Yes No * Are you currently involved in any pending NCAA, SEC, or CSC investigation, charges and/or violations of NCAA, SEC, or CSC legislation? Yes No * If you answered yes, to either of the previous three questions, please list all violations in which you’ve been charged or were involved. If you answered no to all three of the previous questions please type: N/A * Has the NCAA Committee on Infractions ever issued you show-cause penalty? Yes No * I agree to and understand that failure to disclose any NCAA violation or false information regarding my NCAA compliance history will result in removal of my application for consideration. Yes No * I understand the NCAA legislation regarding Individuals Associated with a Prospect (IAWP) and that an institution is unable to employ such an individual within a two-year period of enrollment of a prospective student-athlete. Yes No * Please list any football teams that you have been associated with in the past four years (e.g. high school, prep school, AAU, 2-year college). Open Ended Question * Please list any current prospective student-athletes you are associated with (e.g. personal trainer, coach, family member, mentor, etc.). Open Ended Question * I certify that I am not associated with any prospective student-athlete(s) UK is currently recruiting. Yes No Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at. Any data not saved will be lost. Click 'OK' to keep your session active.
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