Director of Basketball Player Development

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Posting Details

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University Department of Athletics, an

Posting Details

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University Department of Athletics, an

NCAA

Division I member of the Atlantic 10 Conference, actively engages our students, our campus community, our alumni and our fans through the spirit of healthy living and competition. Located in the heart of our nation’s capital, this world-class university aspires to have a world-class athletics and recreation program. We are committed to building and sustaining a program that mirrors the overall excellence of the university, by providing students an unparalleled opportunity for achievement and engaging the larger community as we grow and cultivate the next generation of leaders.

Reporting to the Head Coach, Men’s Basketball, the Director of Player Development is responsible for preparing student-athletes for personal, academic and athletic development success. This role is responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Atlantic 10 Conference and

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Specific Responsibilities:

Name Image and Likeness liaison.

Liaison for all things related to training room.

Special Projects as assigned by Head Coach.

Create and implement individual development plans to ensure student-athletes’ needs are addressed and met as they relate to academics and/or personal goals.

In conjunction with sports performance and sports medicine staffs, develop and monitor the conditioning and training program to enhance individual and team potential.

In collaboration with academic services, guide and promote student-athletes academic success, providing a positive atmosphere conducive to social and academic growth.

Coordinates student-athlete community service, on and off campus events

Former student-athlete liaison.

On the court, instruction when one or more of the coaches are not present. Performs other duties as assigned.

The position is based at GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC but will require significant domestic travel for games and events. The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with intercollegiate basketball as a student-athlete or coach preferred.

Knowledge of

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, Atlantic 10 Conference, University and Department rules and guidelines preferred.

Communication-Communicates strategically to achieve specific objectives (e.g., considers optimal “messaging” and timing of communication). Uses varied vehicles and opportunities to promote dialogue and develop shared understanding and consensus. Maintains continuous, open and consistent with others. Checks own understanding through paraphrasing and asking questions.

Judgment and Decision Making -Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Problem Sensitivity -The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

Hiring Range

$51,455.52 - $70,708.76 How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

II. JOB DETAILS

| Campus Location: | Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. | | College/School/Department: | Athletics and Recreation | | Family | Athletics | | Sub-Family | Athletics Administration | | Stream | Individual Contributor | | Level | Level 2 | | Full-Time/Part-Time: | Full-Time | | Hours Per Week: | 40 | | Work Schedule: | Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Nights and weekends as necessary. | | Will this job require the employee to work on site? | Yes | | Employee Onsite Status | On-campus (in person) | | Telework: | No | | Required Background Check: | Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search | | Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status | | Internal Applicants Only? | No | | Posting Number: | S013051 | | Job Open Date: | 05/29/2024 | | Job Close Date: | | | If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: | | | Background Screening | Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. | | EEO Statement: |

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?

   • No
   • Yes

2. * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder, employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)

   • Yes, IEP complete
   • No, still in IEP
   • N/a - not a current GW employee

3. * What is your salary range expectation?

(Open Ended Question)

Documents needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents