Assistant Director of Operations / Football

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 Assistant Director of Operations / Football assists the Director of Football Operations, Chief of Staff & Head Football Coach in overseeing the football program’s daily operations. This includes developing & fostering relationships with coaches, student athletes, Virginia Tech Athletics department personnel, University staff and external units. This position will also represent the football program within the Virginia Tech Athletics department, within the Atlantic Coast Conference [ACC], and also within the National Collegiate Athletic Association [NCAA]. The position reports to the Director of Football Operations and Chief of Staff. This role is responsible for adhering to all department & University policies & procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws & interpretations of the ACC & NCAA.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree and/or Bachelor's degree with related experience in athletics administration.
Must have advanced computer skills; good communication, organization and time management skills.
Division I experience in football as a student athlete, staff member, or former coach.
Familiarity with a collegiate football coaching atmosphere including terminology.
Working knowledge of NCAA rules as they pertain to football team travel, official and unofficial recruiting visits, and recruiting of football student athletes.
Commitment to diversity.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a Division I Power 4 collegiate athletics football program.
Working knowledge of Teamworks or similar recruiting software.

Pay Band

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Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Up to $55,000, commensurate with experience.

Review Date

1/26/2025

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.

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