The Department of Athletics is currently accepting applications for a Recruiting Assistant for WVU Football. This position assists with the prospect evaluation process, database management, recruiting communication efforts, assembling recruiting lists (area/position) based on initial evaluations, and hosting prospects while on-campus.
What You'll Do
- Maintain high standard of ethics and integrity related to intercollegiate athletics
- Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics
- Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA and conference guidelines, policies, rules and regulations with the ability to interpret, apply, enforce and explain such policies and rules
- Maintain knowledge of state and University policies and procedures
- Exhibit strong creative, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of correct English, grammar, spelling, punctuation and sentence structure
- Demonstrated ability to function professionally under high stress and confrontational circumstances
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks for extended period of time
- Demonstrated ability to independently plan and organize work
- Proactive attitude towards work and assignments
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
- Demonstrated knowledge of record keeping and adherence to schedule
- Ability to stay abreast of information impacting the affected area
- Ability to maintain proper unit attendance and punctuality standards, work extended hours including nights and weekends (often with extensive walking and standing)
- Demonstrated knowledge of effected areas of involvement
- Ability to make administrative / procedural decisions and judgments
- Demonstrated knowledge of the rules, terminology and skills related to football and other intercollegiate sports
Pay Grade: 12
Length of Assignment: 8.5 Months
Work Hours: 37.5 Hours per week
- Associate's degree
- A minimum of six (6) months of experience involving:
- College athletics
- Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
- All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
About WVU
West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.
Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.
West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
Job Posting: Sep 8, 2026Posting Classification: Temporary
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Benefits Eligible: No
Schedule: Full-time
