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

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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/... | | 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 (*).

1. * Do you have a Bachelor's Degree?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * 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

3. * 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 1. Resume/CV 2. Affirmation of Association with a Prospective Student-Athlete Form

Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 2. List of Professional References (contact Info)

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