Director of Men's Basketball Operations

Company: University of the Pacific
Location: Stockton
Posted on: November 15, 2020

Job Description:

Director of Men's Basketball Operations Primary Purpose: Under general direction is responsible to plan and organize all team travel, coordinate student-athlete academic development, and serve as a social media liaison between Pacific and all conference schools and the West Coast Conference office. Essential Functions: 1. Resolves routine and complex problems with minimal consultation; handles multiple assignments and prioritizes in a constantly changing work environment; recognizes and improves administrative and operational processes as needed. 2. Develops plans and arrangements for team---s travel for all contests conducted away from the Pacific campus. Responsible for booking travel: flights, hotels, ground transportation, meals and per diem. 3. Oversees and monitor---s expenses for team and coaches ensuring timely and accurate submission of expense reimbursements, adherence to University business policies and procedures, and provides support to budget planning and management. 4. Insures all aspects of academic performance for men---s basketball student-athletes. Develops and implements a tracking system of class attendance, communicates with academic advisor to insure degree progress leading to graduation, and plans all study table and tutor appointments. 5. Establishes guidelines and serves as a liaison for the men---s basketball team---s social media programs in the West Coast Conference. Educates staff and student-athletes on all aspects of this program. 6. Plans and develops marketing and community outreach activities for the men---s basketball program, including marketing and promotional activities with media, alumni and civic groups. 7. Assists in developing the men---s non-conference basketball schedule in accordance to NCAA and WCC rules. 8. Arranges and coordinates all housing needs for men---s basketball student-athletes - Fall, Spring & Summer. 9. Assists with all Booster Club meetings, events and activities. 10. Oversees the recruitment of and manages a team of student managers and work study students to complete required tasks such as practice preparation, statistical compilation, and video collection. 11. Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Minimum Qualifications: Education/Experience/Certifications: --- Bachelors Degree. --- Minimum of two (2) years of related basketball experience: playing, coaching or basketball operations. Preferred Qualifications: Skills/Knowledge and Expertise: --- Positive attitude, proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion. --- Understanding of basketball recruiting and knowledge of team travel. --- Good organizational skills, attention to detail and able to work and meet critical deadlines. --- Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbally, to give direction or to drive results. --- Basic computer skills and social media skills. --- Basic understanding of budget oversight and control. --- General knowledge of NCAA, West Coast Conference and University of the Pacific rules and regulations as they pertain to student-athletes and prospective student-athletes. --- Basic knowledge of arranging travel for large groups preferred. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 50lbs. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work performed in standard office and athletic venues. Requires flexibility in schedule to meet recruiting, game and event schedules. Extensive travel required both national and international. Valid driver---s license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University---s fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record. Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience, exempt Background Check Statement: All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/17961 University of the Pacific is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Copyright --2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-a767a0ea6ea1fe40a8b1548f635e7432

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