Sr. Director, Athlete Acquisition

Job Title
Sr. Director, Athlete Acquisition

Requisition Number
RE53353

Working Title
Senior Director of Recruiting & Events

Department Name
12B00:Mens Sports

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
00

Salary Range

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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Required Related Experience

4 Years

Required License/Registration/Certification

None.

Physical Requirements

To be able to lift, push, pull 10 lbs.

Shift

Days, Evenings & Weekends.

Job Summary

The Senior Director of Recruiting & Events provides strategic leadership, planning, and execution of all football recruiting experiences and program-hosted events. This position oversees official and unofficial visits, prospect engagement initiatives, recruiting weekends, and high-profile football events while ensuring strict adherence to NCAA, SEC, and University policies.

The Senior Director of Recruiting will also assist in developing and managing budgets while monitoring expenditures to ensure financial responsibility. The position will be responsible for maintaining records of visit participation and ability to track conversion metrics from visits to commitments, and provide analytical reports to coaching staff.

The Senior Director of Recruiting will recruit, train and supervise students hosts and player ambassadors ensuring an innovative and exceptional recruiting experience for future prospects.

The role enhances the program’s recruiting success by delivering an elite, compliant, and highly organized experience for prospects and their families.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Experience in Division I recruiting operations, event management and player personnel. Experience managing high level events and logistics.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Master’s Degree.

Deadline to Apply
03/02/2026

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