20-Feb-2025

Director of Football Operations

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

67979BR

Job Summary

The Director of Football Operations directs the daily operations of a Division I Football Program, including management of the program budget as well as working directly with numerous areas within the Department of Athletics, such as marketing, ticket office, athletic communications, scheduling and travel, finance, facilities and operations, development and compliance.

Position Description

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Developing and implementing plans and strategies affecting all aspects of running the Football Program.

20-Feb-2025

Director of Football Operations

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

67979BR

Job Summary

The Director of Football Operations directs the daily operations of a Division I Football Program, including management of the program budget as well as working directly with numerous areas within the Department of Athletics, such as marketing, ticket office, athletic communications, scheduling and travel, finance, facilities and operations, development and compliance.

Position Description

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Developing and implementing plans and strategies affecting all aspects of running the Football Program.
• Managing and overseeing the annual budget for the program.
• Developing the schedule of Football facilities and facilities used by the Football program.
• Liaising with the equipment room staff and Harvard Athletics Sports Medicine.
• Managing in-season and operational travel for the Football Team.
• Managing all aspects of video filming and production for the Football Program.
• Lead technician for CoachComm on Football gamedays.
• Acting as the primary contact for outside vendors for the Harvard Football Program.
• Managing awards program for student-athletes.
• Managing day-to-day work of the Football administrative coordinator and student workers.  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience playing college football or experience working in football operations (while attending college or after college).

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree preferred

• Recruiting experience in the sport of football

• Experience working on a college campus and preferably within Athletics

• Experience working with alumni

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift equipment associated with the sport.

Working Conditions

• ​​​​​​Evening and weekend work require.
• Position will require some out-of-state travel.

Work Format:  On-Site

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines. 

Additional Information

Harvard is a highly selective liberal arts college whose mission is to educate citizens and citizen-leaders for our society.  The College is a residential institution of nearly 7,000 undergraduates and is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.  Harvard is deeply committed to the intellectual, social and personal transformation of its undergraduates during their four years at Harvard.
 
The Department of Athletics offers 42 varsity programs for men and women, more than any other Division I school in the United States.  We also offer extensive recreational and intramural programs.
 
Harvard employees have access to a competitive benefits package that includes multiple options for the health and well-being of our employees as well as ongoing professional development.
 
All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.  We regret that, due to the number of responses we typically receive, we may be unable to respond to phone calls or contact personally those applicants not selected for an interview.
 
We actively seek and welcome applications from diverse candidates and from those with a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society.

Work Format Details

This position is based primarily on-campus, in Massachusetts. This may include in-person during emergency situations (if applicable). Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Benefits

We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Job Function

Athletics

Department Office Location

USA - MA - Boston

Job Code

AT0056 Athletics Management I

Work Format

On-Site

Sub-Unit

Athletics

Salary Grade

056

Department

Athletics

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Time Status

Full-time

Pre-Employment Screening

Criminal, DMV, Education, Identity

Schedule

• ​​​​​​Evening and weekend work require.
• Position will require some out-of-state travel.

Commitment to Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Harvard University views equity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify this excellence while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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