Director of Player Personnel (HR title: Athletics Recruiter II)

Company: Southern Methodist University
Location: Dallas
Posted on: May 27, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description - Director of Player Personnel (HR title: Athletics Recruiter II) (ATH00000410)Position Overview:The Director of Player Personnel leads all player identification and evaluation efforts for their side of the ball, overseeing film analysis, background checks, academic reviews, and transfer portal scouting. This role acts as the Transfer Portal Liaison and collaborates closely with other staff to develop a unified recruiting strategy.Essential Functions:

• Lead evaluation of high school, college, and transfer prospects.
• Conduct evaluations using film, transcripts, background reports, and character assessments.
• Manage the recruiting board and organize evaluation duties.
• Serve as the Transfer Portal Liaison, monitoring portal targets.
• Maintain detailed prospect profiles and rankings.
• Coordinate recruiting travel plans and provide insights to coaches.
• Support recruiting events and visits.
• Regular evening and weekend work is required, along with regional travel to evaluate prospects and attend games.Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Education, or related field.
• Minimum of three years in football recruiting, evaluation, or personnel roles.
• Strong background in offensive or defensive football and positional evaluation preferred.
• Experience with film evaluation, academic records, and background checks desired.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with recruiting databases (e.g., ARMS, Hudl).
  • Knowledge of NCAA rules and Transfer Portal regulations; NCAA recruiting certification preferred.Physical and Environmental Demands:
    • Sitting for extended periods.Application Deadline:See application instructions above.EEO Statement:SMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.SMU offers comprehensive health benefits, wellness programs, and retirement plans to support our staff.
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