Eastern Illinois (FCS): The school has announced the hiring of Lucas Stortzum as DFO.
Jackson State (FCS - MS): Sources tell us that Rickey Porter, a former director of player development for the New Orleans Saints, is the new DFO at Jackson State.
Furman University (FCS): Furman University, located in Greenville, SC has an opening for an Assistant Director of Football Operations and video coordinator. Assistant DFO responsibilities include but not limited to; assistance in planning team travel and team events, working with team organization, day to day communication with players and staff, recruiting duties as assigned by Recruiting Coordinator, and daily administrative duties as assigned by Head Coach and DFO. Video Coordinator duties include management of all video services for the football program including, but not limited to; maintaining video library, managing video exchange with opponents utilizing DragonFly, weekly breakdown of opponent’s game film, intercut of practice and game films, inventory and maintenance of all video equipment, hiring and managing student video staff, weekly/yearly motivational highlights, and maintaining relationships with DVSport and DragonFly. Position includes a monthly stipend and meal plan. Cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three references can be emailed tojordan.sorrells@furman.edu.UPDATE>>Furman has informed us that they are no longer accepting applicants for this position.