Assistant Director Football Operations/Player Personnel (4403)

Position Information

Posting Detail Information

Working Position Title Assistant Director Football Operations/Player Personnel (4403) Classification Assistant Director Position Number 00004403 Open Date 09/10/2026 Close Date Priority Review Date 09/15/2026 Employee Class Staff Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time FTE 100 Position Status Regular FLSA Exempt Job code 1040SPS03 Union Representation Non-Union Union Code N/A Unit/Department Intercollegiate Athletics College/Unit Intercollegiate Athletics Division Div Intercollegiate Athletics Location CC 204 Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page https://www.niuhuskies.com

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview

Northern Illinois University (NIU) is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Director FB Operations/Player Personnel. This is a twelve month, full-time, full-benefits position.

Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Football Operations/Player Personnel assists the General Manager with all aspects of the football program's recruiting operations and strategy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prospective Student Athlete Identification & Evaluation

• Assist the General Manager with all aspects of the football program's recruiting operations and strategy.
• Responsibilities include identifying, evaluating, and tracking prospective student-athletes; coordinating recruiting communications and activities; maintaining recruiting databases and records; and supporting the implementation of the program's recruiting plan.

Operational Support

• Support the mission of NIU Football by assisting with the program's daily operational needs.
• Contribute to the overall success of the football program by providing organizational support, maintaining effective communication, coordinating logistics, and helping create a positive and professional environment that supports student-athlete development and competitive excellence.

NIU & NCAA Governance

• Work closely with the NIU Athletic Compliance Office at the directive of the General Manager to monitor initial and continuing eligibility requirements and ensure adherence to NCAA, conference, and institutional regulations.
• Collaborate with the compliance office meeting regularly to ensure adherence to NCAA and NIU policy for student athlete admissions, housing, financial aid and other campus partners to facilitate the recruitment, admission, and enrollment of prospective student-athletes.

On Campus Recruiting

• Assist with all official and unofficial campus visits, recruiting events, and other recruiting initiatives.
• Responsibilities include coordinating prospective student-athlete travel arrangements, developing and managing detailed visit itineraries, organizing meetings and schedules with coaches, staff, current student-athletes, and campus partners, and ensuring a seamless visit experience from arrival through departure.
• Serve as a secondary point of contact for visiting prospects and their families, assisting the General Manager in coordinating lodging, meals, transportation, and event logistics, and works collaboratively with internal entities to execute successful campus visits that support the football programs recruiting objectives.

Other Related Duties

• Serve as a liaison between all departments on recruiting matters (compliance, student services, strength and conditioning, sports medicine, travel, business, facilities, housing, parking, tickets, etc.).
• Serve as an ambassador of the University and the Athletics Department to all Public entities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach, Assistant Athletic Director for Football Operation's and Assistant Athletic Director for Player Personnel.

Roster Management

• Support the Head Football Coach and General Manager in roster management by maintaining recruiting and roster databases, tracking scholarship allocations, and monitoring player personnel movement.
• Assist with roster planning, retention strategies while ensuring accurate and up-to-date information is available to support personnel decisions and long-term roster construction.

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)

N/A

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)

N/A

Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum one (1) year of NCAA Division I Football experience.

Additional Requirements (SPS)

• Knowledge and experience in Football.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules regarding recruiting in the sport of Football.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and networking skills with individuals and groups.
• Must be a self-motivated person who can manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must be available for weekend work and travel.

Preferred Qualifications (SPS)

• Master's Degree
• At least two (2) years of NCAA Division I Football experience.

Physical demands/requirements

• Must be available to work evenings and weekends.

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date 10/01/2026 Anticipated Appointment End Date Percent of Staff Year 1.00 Standard Hours Per Week 37.50 Working Hours Varies; Days, Nights, Weekends Salary $40,000.08/Annually; NIU offers a robust benefits package. Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range $1,666.67/Semi-monthly Earn Type Salary

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

For full consideration, please visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/96725 to submit the following materials by 9/15/2026:

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter - Please include your interest in employment with NIU and how your previous experiences position you for success in the role for which you are applying.
• Current Resume
• List of Three Professional References
• Unofficial Transcripts

Applications submitted after 9/15/2026 are welcomed but will be considered as needed.

Special Instructions Quick Link to Applicant https://employment.niu.edu/postings/96725 Is Background Check Required? Yes EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Director of Civil Rights Office, Title IX Coordinator

Health Services 2nd floor

CivilRights@niu.edu

815-753-0455

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at ada@niu.edu.

Safety Information

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Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.

Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
• List of at least 3 Professional References

Optional Documents

• Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)
• Other

Supplemental Questions

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