Women's Basketball Director of Player Development

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How to Apply

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.

Job Summary

The Director of Player Personnel works in coordination with the Head Coach and the women's basketball staff to oversee and manage the internal needs and services of student-athletes. Additionally, this position supports basketball operations and day-to-day administration of the program.

Responsibilities*

• Coordinate the day-to-day needs of women's basketball student-athletes related to practice and game preparation.
• Responsible for all aspects of women's basketball male practice players, including enlisting, retaining, scheduling and supervision.
• Assist the Director of Video and Analytics with the oversight of undergraduate and graduate managers, including helping to hire and supervise a yearly staff and maintaining the schedule for individual workouts, practices and games.
• Assist in on-court activities as directed.
• Assist the coaching staff with on-campus recruiting.

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How to Apply

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.

Job Summary

The Director of Player Personnel works in coordination with the Head Coach and the women's basketball staff to oversee and manage the internal needs and services of student-athletes. Additionally, this position supports basketball operations and day-to-day administration of the program.

Responsibilities*

• Coordinate the day-to-day needs of women's basketball student-athletes related to practice and game preparation.
• Responsible for all aspects of women's basketball male practice players, including enlisting, retaining, scheduling and supervision.
• Assist the Director of Video and Analytics with the oversight of undergraduate and graduate managers, including helping to hire and supervise a yearly staff and maintaining the schedule for individual workouts, practices and games.
• Assist in on-court activities as directed.
• Assist the coaching staff with on-campus recruiting.
• Assist with on-campus camps.
• Assist with special events including basketball alumni relations.
• Assist the Director of Operations and collaborate with the Compliance Services Office regarding program needs.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's Degree
• A minimum of 1-2 years of previous experience with a Division I women's basketball program
• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences

Desired Qualifications*

• Master's Degree

Modes of Work

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.

Additional Information

NCAA rules prohibit student-athletes, coaches, athletics staff members, student workers, male practice players, managers, and part or temporary staff members from participating in sports wagering activities involving:

• Any NCAA-sponsored sport at any level (college, professional, amateur, or international) list here
• Any event in which NCAA competition is involved
  

Sports wagering includes, but is not limited to:

• Traditional sports bets placed through sportsbooks, mobile betting apps, or prediction markets
• Prop bets, futures, and parlay wagers
• Fantasy contests that require an entry fee and award prizes based on athletic performance
• Pool betting, squares, and similar contests involving sports outcomes

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

Background Screening

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.

Application Deadline

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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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