Director of Player Services - Football

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Director of Player Services - Football Job Category Staff & Executive - Athletics Department Athl - Football Overview The Rutgers Division of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 24 intercollegiate sports, comprised of 14 women's and 10 men's programs, that compete at the Division I level. The Scarlet Knights are members of the prestigious Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier academic and athletic conference, after officially joining the league on July 1, 2014. Known as "The Birthplace of College Football, Rutgers hosted Princeton on Nov. 6, 1869 in the first intercollegiate football game, with RU earning a 6-4 victory. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Director of Player Services - Football for Athletics. Among the key duties of the position are the following Performs a variety of day-to-day responsibilities in support of the Football Program. Reports to the Director of Football Equipment and is assigned by the Head Football Coach to perform duties within the football program's Equipment Operations department. Supervises and directs Equipment Room Graduate Assistants and Student Managers. FLSA Exempt Grade Salary Details 36k-55k Minimum Salary 0.000 Mid Range Salary 0.000 Maximum Salary 0.000 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position requires a fully on-site work arrangement and may be eligible for a compressed workweek or a flex workday schedule. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Union Description Contract Administrators Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree required. Graduate Assistant Equipment Manager experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or 2 years full time equipment manager experience. Certifications/Licenses A valid driver's license would be required for this position. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, follow up, and follow through. Detail oriented and possess excellent oral and written communicational skills. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Knowledge of the Big Ten Football Conference and NCAA rules and regulations, particularly in regards to recruiting. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Work, Outlook, Access & Internet Explorer. Preferred Qualifications Certified Athletic Equipment Manager through the Athletic Equipment Managers Association (AEMA) or completion of Certification within 1 year of employment. Equipment Utilized Microsoft Excel. Word. Outlook. Access. Internet browsers. Use of athletic vehicles (vans, etc.). Maintain inevenrtoy system, Teamworks. Physical Demands and Work Environment Nights and weekends will be required. Special Conditions Safe Driving Record. Posting Details Posting Number 26ST0714 Posting Open Date 04/07/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants All applicants must complete and attach in the "Applicant Document" section under "Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete Form" the Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete form (provided in the link below) https://scarletknights.com/documents/2025/6/12/IAWP_Affirmation.pdf Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you have a Bachelor's Degree? Yes No Do you have Graduate Assistant Equipment Manager experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or 2 years full time equipment manager experience? Yes No Have you completed the Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete form listed under the special instructions area of the application? If you have not completed the form and/or answer "No" to this question, you will be disqualified from the applicant pool for this posting. Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete Form Optional Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of Professional References (contact Info)