**Job Title**Director, Football Operations**Agency**Prairie View A&M University**Department**Athletic Administration**Proposed Minimum Salary**Commensurate**Job Location**Prairie View, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description**-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------**Important Immigration information:***A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.**In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate*-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------***The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.***Reporting to the Head Football Coach, the Director for Football Operations will provide high-level administrative support and advice to the Head Football Coach. Primary duties will consist of communicating the team’s strategic initiatives and objectives, oversight of general football office operations, and liaison with athletic department and University administration. Chief of Staff will assure the smooth and efficient operations of daily office activities, providing direction and supervision to staff as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach.**Responsibilities:*** Assist in oversight of general football office operations. Serves as key advisor to the Head Football Coach.* Conducts research and comparative analyses to assist the Head Football Coach. Assists the Head Football Coach in establishing, monitoring and reporting on organizational, departmental and individual goals and objectives.* Assist in implementation of the strategic plan Coordinates and facilitates special projects directly involving or at the direct request of the Head Football Coaches. Liaison with Athletic Department and University Administration on administrative issues including housing, financial aid, NCAA compliance, budget, and academic support.* Provides supervision and direction as necessary. Identify, support in the hiring, and supervise student managers and volunteers.* Ensures that the Head Football Coach is well-informed on issues and priorities. Ensures that all appropriate internal stakeholders are involved in relevant executive planning and decision-making processes. Assists the Head Football Coach in developing the content of agendas for meetings.* Monitors, mediates and resolves strategic issues that arise between competing priorities, constituencies, conflicting project objectives, etc. Follows up on issues, including implementing decisions as needed to resolve open issues, and ensures that appropriate communication occurs.* May perform coaching responsibilities if needed. Performs other duties as assigned.**Required Education and Experience:*** Bachelor's Degree.* Three years of related experience.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Previous experience with a Division 1-FCS Football program preferred.* Knowledge of NCAA rules and Conference regulations.* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.* Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office Suite to include Word and Excel.* Direct experience and success with the management of an intercollegiate sports program, preferably Football.* Strong written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to relate well with a group of individuals including students, coaches, staff and managers.* Demonstrated experience in the management of the day to day operation of a Football program.* Master’s Degree.**Job Posting Close Date:*** 02/28/2026**Required Attachments:**Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.* Resume or Curriculum Vitae* Cover Letter**Application Submission Guidelines:**All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site. The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.**Background Check Requirements:**All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS.The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee.Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.
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