A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

The Assistant Director of Football Operations supports the day-to-day football player, practice, and game operations, helping ensure efficient execution of daily activities, competition, travel, and
postseason events. This role assists with logistics, roster operations, internal systems, facilities coordination, and stakeholder communication to support a high-performing football program. 

• Assist in coordinating all practice, game, bowl, and fall camp operations, including scheduling, facilities, setup, and execution.
• Support roster operations in collaboration with the Head Coach, General Manager, Recruiting, and Compliance staff.
• Assist with team travel and logistics, including accommodations, transportation, meals, itineraries, and reimbursement processes.
• Serve as a supporting liaison to nutrition, training, compliance, and dining services; assist with NCAA and compliance education initiatives.
• Help manage internal communication and information systems, including calendars, databases, and file organization.
• Assist with the administration of player financial aid, scholarships, and ticket distribution.
• Support oversight of football facilities operations, including locker rooms and player spaces.
• Assist in planning and executing team events, alumni engagement activities, and community outreach initiatives.
• Coordinate and support onboarding and operational integration of new football staff.
• Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director and Head Football Coach 
   

• Bachelors Degree
• 5 years of experience in college and/or professional athletics

• Experience with Division I FBS Football

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off.
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting.
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.