Director of Player Personnel

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Director of Player Personnel to lead football recruiting and personnel operations, ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations. The role involves strategic planning, supervising recruiting staff, and coordinating logistics for visits and transfer processes. Ideal candidates will possess extensive knowledge of recruiting rules, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage complex workflows. This full-time position is based in Lexington, KY.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of NCAA, SEC, and recruiting rules.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning for football recruiting operations.
• Oversee recruiting logistics and compliance.
• Serve as a liaison between football staff and external stakeholders.

Skills

Knowledge of NCAA recruiting rules

Knowledge of NIL legislation

Strong leadership skills

Ability to manage complex workflows

Proficiency with recruiting databases

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Director of Player Personnel

Requisition Number: RE53151

Department Name: 12B00:Mens Sports

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 00

Type Of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience: 1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification: None

Physical Requirements: To be able to lift, push, pull objects up to 50 lbs.

Shift: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes

Deadline To Apply: 02/10/2026

Job Summary

The Director of Player Personnel is responsible for the strategic planning, coordination, and administration of all football recruiting and player personnel operations for the University of Kentucky Football program. This position provides leadership and supervision for the recruiting and creative services staff, oversees recruiting logistics and compliance, manages official and unofficial visits, coordinates NIL and Transfer Portal processes, and serves as a primary liaison between football staff, compliance, administration, and external stakeholders. The position ensures all recruiting and player personnel activities comply with NCAA, Southeastern Conference, and University of Kentucky policies and procedures.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of NCAA, SEC, and University of Kentucky recruiting rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of NIL legislation, Transfer Portal policies, and roster management practices.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage complex workflows and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with recruiting databases, video platforms, and standard office software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.