POSITION IDENTIFICATION
TITLE Coordinator, HS Football Relations - Athletics
CLASSIFICATION NUMBER 5657
GRADE 42
CLASSIFICATION Nonexempt
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR Head Athletics Coach
GENERAL FUNCTION
The Coordinator of HS Football Relations – Athletics of Missouri State University works under the direction of the head coach and is responsible for planning and coordinating recruiting of student athletes for the football program. This position partners with the head coach and the rest of the recruiting department as well as others on the coaching staff in developing recruiting strategies. The position also is responsible for supporting the philosophy, goals, and mission of Missouri State University and its intercollegiate athletics program as well as adherence to Departmental, University, Conference and NCAA policies and procedures as it relates to recruitment of student athletics.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s Degree is required. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.
Experience: At least one year of demonstrated experience in student recruitment and/or working with a collegiate football program is required. Previous experience in a university setting is preferred. Demonstrated athletic program management skills including a firm knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations is required.
Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and computer literacy are required. The ability to interact with diverse constituencies as well as strong social media experience is preferred.The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. This position is responsible to coordination and planning of all football prospective student athlete tours including official and unofficial visits, as well as training development of all staff who will interact with the potential student-athletes.2. Manage ARMS recruiting software and prospect data, including admissions application flow and all compliance documents for prospective student athletes.
3. Communicates with high school counselors and/or coaches with the goal of securing academic records for admissions, while promoting a positive image of the intercollegiate athletics program and the University.
4. Assist the head and assistant coaches with identification of prospective student athletes in adherence to Departmental, University, Conference and NCAA policies and procedures as it relates to recruitment of student athletics.
5. Assist the Administrative and Operations Assistant with all travel related to recruiting events, including football camps.
6. Assist the Administrative and Operations Assistant with all travel related to recruiting events, including football clinics.
7. Along with the Administrative and Operations Assistant, serves as the Missouri State Football liaison between high schools and junior colleges within the state of Missouri as well as nationally on behalf of the University.
8. Oversees all aspects of on campus visits for the football recruiting department promoting a positive image of the intercollegiate athletics program and the University.
9. Maintains a thorough knowledge of University, Conference and NCAA rules and regulations as it relates to recruiting.
10. Coordinate detailed recruiting efforts for the offense or defense as assigned by the Head Coach.
11. Manages (plans and schedules) all visits with High School Coaches regarding student athletes practice dates; creates the travel schedule for assistant coaches ensuring efficient use time and financial resources; ensures assistant coaches schedules comply with Conference and NCAA recruiting rules and guidelines.
12. Effectively communicates a positive image of the intercollegiate athletics program and the University with high schools and junior colleges in the state of Missouri and beyond; creating and maintaining a working relationship with all high school coaches; acts as liaison between the Missouri State coaching staff and the high schools.
13. Protects the integrity of the sport and the reputation of the intercollegiate athletics program of the University by complying with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rules and regulations as well as applicable conference rules and University policies regarding recruiting activities, student-athlete eligibility determination, scholarships and financial aid programs, scheduled practice sessions, and related covered activities.
14. Manages (creates, plans, coordinates and executes) all recruiting events and visits with student athletes to Missouri State University such as visits on Game Day, Junior Days, and Spring Practices; conducts campus tours as required.
15. Monitors initial eligibility of incoming freshmen, works closely with high school counselors, clearinghouse and advisors to ensure student athletes prospects are academically eligible, and ensures compliance with the scholarship count.
16. Partners with compliance and the ACIA to distribute application and monitor admissions into Missouri State University; collects transcripts and test scores of prospective student-athletes, providing updates to the Recruiting Board as set forth by the Head Athletics Coach.
17. Facilitates an environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
18. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as directed by the Head Coach.
SUPERVISION
The Coordinator of HS Football Relations – Athletics is supervised by the Head Athletics Coach.
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
FEBRUARY 2023
