Director of Player, Recruiting, and On-Campus - Football; TP

The Director of Player Recruiting and On-Campus Experience - Football is responsible for leading and executing all aspects of the football program's on-campus recruiting strategy and prospective student-athlete experience. This position collaborates closely with the Head Football Coach, recruiting personnel, football operations staff, and campus partners to develop and deliver a first-class recruiting environment that enhances the program's ability to attract and retain talented student-athletes.

The Director serves as the primary coordinator for recruiting visits and campus engagement initiatives while ensuring adherence to NCAA, conference, and institutional policies. In alignment with Stetson University's mission and values, this position promotes an organized, relationship-rich, and student-centered recruiting experience that supports the football program's competitive success and overall mission.

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of all official visits, unofficial visits, Junior Days, game day recruiting events, and other football recruiting initiatives.
• Develop and manage the overall prospective student-athlete visit experience, ensuring a memorable and personalized recruiting environment.
• Coordinate the "wow factor" components of recruiting visits, including photo shoots, uniform try-ons, facility experiences, personalized presentations, and campus tours.
• Manage all visit logistics, including prospect transportation, lodging, meals, itineraries, and related arrangements in accordance with NCAA, conference, and institutional guidelines.
• Collaborate with coaches, recruiting staff, athletic department personnel, and campus partners to execute successful recruiting events and programs.
• Assist with football technology operations by facilitating team technology needs, troubleshooting equipment concerns, and serving as a liaison between Football and the University Information Technology department.
• Coordinate the transition of signed recruits to enrolled student-athletes by partnering with Admissions, Financial Aid, Academic Success, Compliance, Housing, and other university departments.
• Maintain accurate recruiting records, visit documentation, and related reports to support compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Support recruiting communications and initiatives that enhance the visibility and competitiveness of the football program.
• Assist with football operations and special projects as assigned by the Head Football Coach.
• Perform other position-specific duties as assigned.

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities for this role include:
• Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong event planning, project management, and organizational abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to execute multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent customer service, hospitality, and constituent engagement skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented athletic environment.
• Proficiency in leveraging technology, recruiting platforms, and digital tools to enhance recruiting operations.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.