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Director of Recruiting Admissions / Football

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Work type: Administrative & Professional
Senior management: President
Department: Athletic Department
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Other

Job Description

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core value of diverse and inclusive communities and respects the educational benefits of diverse ideas, peoples, and cultures in order to contribute to the equitable inclusion and just engagement of the world’s communities. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim(That I May Serve), the Virginia Tech Department of Athletics is committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community. We are committed to attracting and retaining student-athletes and employees from diverse backgrounds while also fostering an inclusive educational and work environment free from any discrimination based on age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

The Director of Recruiting Admissions / Football is responsible for overseeing the admissions process for Virginia Tech’s football program. This position will coordinate the screening process & ensure all NCAA eligibility requirements & Virginia Tech admission requirements for high school & transfer prospective student athletes are met. This position is vital in ensuring a seamless & compliant admissions process for recruits while supporting the program's recruiting administrative tasks.
The position reports to the Senior Director of Player Personnel / Football. This role is responsible for adhering to all department & university policies & procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws & interpretations of the Atlantic Coast Conference [ACC] & National Collegiate Athletic Association [NCAA].

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with significant experience in a related field, or a master's degree.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Especially Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
Experience using ARMS, Teamworks &/or a similar recruiting/compliance database solution.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to assess, prioritize & execute an array of important tasks around shared priorities; Ability to accomplish multiple tasks within demanding time frames.
Excellent supervisory, interpersonal & organizational skills necessary.
Attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure.
Track record of accountability & follow-through.
Ability to interpret & understand written materials & instructions.
Willingness & desire to create a positive working relationship with other departmental offices & teams.
Commitment to diversity.
Ability to use discretion & maintain all confidentiality.
Excited to thrive in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining high standards for all work performed.
Experience evaluating transcripts & high school class schedules.
Familiarity with NCAA rules & regulations related specifically to football recruitment & initial eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

Positive & team-oriented disposition.
Willingness to be curious, learn, ask questions & take initiative to bring value to the program daily.
Previous experience in a similar role within a college football program.

Pay Band

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Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience.

Review Date

11/14/24

Additional Information

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The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance.  These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Stuart Cochran at stuart@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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