Assistant Director of Player Personnel
Starshopper, Fayetteville, AR, United States
Summary of Job Duties:
The Assistant Director of Player Personnel plays a critical role in supporting the overall talent acquisition, evaluation, and roster management strategy for the football program. This position works closely with the Director of Player Personnel, coaching staff, and recruiting staff to identify, evaluate, and secure top prospective student-athletes who align with the program’s competitive goals and academic standards. The role requires strong organizational skills, advanced football knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to manage high-level recruiting operations in a fast-paced environment. Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution Four or more years of experience in FBS collegiate player personnel Strong understanding of football fundamentals, positional requirements, and talent evaluation principles Proficiency with technology and tools used in recruiting (e.g., Microsoft Office, HUDL, film systems) Preferred Qualifications:
Two or more years of experience in Power 4 collegiate player personnel Experience managing recruiting boards, roster models, or transfer portal evaluations Demonstrated ability to evaluate prospective student-athlete talent through film and live scouting Familiarity with the recruiting platforms WarRoom Experience planning and executing official/unofficial visits, camps, or recruiting events Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Working knowledge of NCAA recruiting rules, timelines, and compliance expectations Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical skills and ability to produce data-driven recruiting insights Ability to manage and organize large amounts of data, recruit lists, and evaluation information Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as required Additional Information:
Salary Information:
$56,123.00 Required Documents to Apply:
Resume Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information:
Jarred Witt, HR Coordinator - Athletics, jarredw@uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A Benefits Eligible:
Yes
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The Assistant Director of Player Personnel plays a critical role in supporting the overall talent acquisition, evaluation, and roster management strategy for the football program. This position works closely with the Director of Player Personnel, coaching staff, and recruiting staff to identify, evaluate, and secure top prospective student-athletes who align with the program’s competitive goals and academic standards. The role requires strong organizational skills, advanced football knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to manage high-level recruiting operations in a fast-paced environment. Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution Four or more years of experience in FBS collegiate player personnel Strong understanding of football fundamentals, positional requirements, and talent evaluation principles Proficiency with technology and tools used in recruiting (e.g., Microsoft Office, HUDL, film systems) Preferred Qualifications:
Two or more years of experience in Power 4 collegiate player personnel Experience managing recruiting boards, roster models, or transfer portal evaluations Demonstrated ability to evaluate prospective student-athlete talent through film and live scouting Familiarity with the recruiting platforms WarRoom Experience planning and executing official/unofficial visits, camps, or recruiting events Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Working knowledge of NCAA recruiting rules, timelines, and compliance expectations Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical skills and ability to produce data-driven recruiting insights Ability to manage and organize large amounts of data, recruit lists, and evaluation information Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as required Additional Information:
Salary Information:
$56,123.00 Required Documents to Apply:
Resume Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information:
Jarred Witt, HR Coordinator - Athletics, jarredw@uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A Benefits Eligible:
Yes
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