at University of Illinois in Urbana, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Assistant Coach, Assistant Director of PersonnelDivision Intercollegiate Athletics
Job Summary
Facilitate and assist with all on-campus recruiting activities of student-athletes in the Fighting Illini Football program.
Additional Physical Demands
Willingness to work night and weekend hours required. Holidays when needed. Have the ability to travel as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: • Required: Bachelor's degree in Sports Administration, Communication, or closely related field Experience: • Required: At least one year of experience working with a collegiate or professional football program, either as player or personnel
Preferred Qualifications
Prior football administrative recruiting experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Maintain knowledge of, and compliance with, specific NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and institution rules that relate to this position is required.
- Championship Mindset and Expectations: • Displays professionalism and integrity. Understands and displays professionalism that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff; • Prioritizes and contributes to the life changing student-athlete experience; • Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations; • Commitment to the Athletics Department and University's mission and values; • Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays; and • Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.
Since 1892, DIA has operated on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to support its intercollegiate athletic programs. Today, DIA supports 21 intercollegiate varsity sports which compete as a part of the Big Ten Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association. DIA provides the resources for over 500 student-athletes to participate at the highest levels of their respective sports. This extensive support ecosystem includes over 35 departments employing over 300 dedicated staff members including 80 plus varsity coaches working collaboratively to provide individualized championship-caliber opportunities to our student-athletes, in the classroom, in the competitive arena, and in personal and professional development, to enhance their growth and life preparation. The DIA mission is to Unify, Develop, Inspire, and Achieve, for the benefit of our student-athletes, our university, and our broader community.
DIA has set forth six strategic priorities to help guide and advance its overarching mission: Championship people, championship mindset; strategic innovation and investment; athletic success; financial sustainability; win championships; community engagement and enrichment. Together, these priorities present a cohesive vision for the direction of the department.
Organizational Relationship
This position will report to the Executive Director of Personnel and Recruiting.
Job Summary
Facilitate and assist with all on-campus recruiting activities of student-athletes in the Fighting Illini Football program.
For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, you can view the complete Job Description at Job Description
Impact in Your First Year
Within 3 months, you will:
Arrive on campus, build rapport with staff and current student athletes. Get a feel for how our recruiting department works, help make an impact on recruits when they are on campus.
Within 6 months, you will:
Would like to see this position begin to influence our overall recruiting approach. After spending time in our department the employee should have a feel for our expectations and overall team culture. Would like them to add communication and strategy measures that take us to the next level in recruiting.
By the end of the first year, you will:
College athletics is changing everyday, our recruiting department needs to change and adjust to the current trends. This position will play a major role in advancing our strategies and keeping us on the cutting edge with our overall approach. By the time this employee has been here a year would like to see them fully engaged with the coaches, current student athletes, and PSA's. At this point they should have a full understanding of the expectations of the Head Football Coach and start to work ahead on future recruiting classes.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 4/9/2024. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on April 17, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Krissy Doran at kdoran@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
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DIA believes that athletics provides a forum to bring together people across all spectra of identities. We are committed to welcoming, affirming, and celebrating students, coaches, staff, and spectators of all races and ethnicities, sexes, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and abilities. DIA's mission is to unify, develop, inspire, and achieve. It is no mistake that "Unify" is our first priority, a priority which requires a level of empathy and respect to create a culture of community, inclusivity, and belonging. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are a part of who we are and a standard that we are all responsible for upholding.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .
Requisition ID: 1024076
Job Category: Education & Student Services
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
