Director of Scouting - INTERNAL ONLY

Director of Scouting
Fresno State Athletic Corporation

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $3226.67/month

• This is a full-time, exempt position.
• Area of consideration is limited to on-campus employees only.
• Positions at Fresno State are to perform their work onsite. Some positions, depending upon University needs and operations, may be eligible for remote work, one day per week, pursuant to Fresno State's remote work guidelines and the CSU policy.

The Fresno State Athletic Corporation provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), and sick and vacation time. A summary of benefit information can be found here (under Athletic Corporation header). Athletic Corporation employees are at-will.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Athletics and Head Football Coach, the successful candidate will manage all scouting for a highly visible NCAA Division I football program. The candidate will manage the day to-day operations of football recruiting, including the budget, advise the head coach and assistant coaches on all administrative areas involving recruiting and oversee all administrative recruiting duties. This position will be the center of all inquiries and questions about Fresno State Football recruiting from the public. This position shall have a strong working knowledge and understanding of all NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues.

Key Qualifications

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights/weekends
• Advanced knowledge of NCAA Division I operations for Football and applicable NCAA rules
• Thorough knowledge of University policies and procedures
• Advanced knowledge of Game-Day Analytics/CAI
• General knowledge of athletic academic requirements
• Demonstrated, highly structured organizational skills in a position with a broad scope of responsibilities
• Ability to:
  • Interpret and comply with University and Conference policies and procedures
  • Exercise mature judgement and discretion under intense pressure and short timelines.
  • Examine procedures and strategic initiatives which will enhance football operations
  • Support the gender and diversity equity commitments of the department
  • Work effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds and project a professional attitude
  • A strong working knowledge and understanding of all NCAA rules and regulations regarding compliance issues.
  • Ability to communicate at a high level and the ability to work well with many people.
  • Demonstrated experience with a recruiting database

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution
• Three years of progressively responsible relevant experience including football coaching experience, playing collegiate football experience, administrative experience within a collegiate football program, and/or experience working in the NFL.

Application Instructions

Applications received by January 13, 2025, will be given full consideration by the search committee. Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu .

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)

Advertised: Jan 07 2025 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:

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