Director of Player Personnel - Men's Basketball

About the Job

Position Summary
Works directly with the head coach, assistant coaches, Chief of Staff and Director of Operations in the operation of Division I men’s basketball program. Prepares for games, practices, alumni and donor functions, and any other special projects assigned. 

Breaks down and analyzes opponents as well as assists with self-analysis for head & assistant coaches. Prepares the video analysis of the upcoming opponent as well as coding and preparing the video clips for the Gopher’s games & practice sessions.

Participates in advancing the department's vision, and strategic plan including our actions; Be accurate, Be Accountable, Be Empathetic, Be Inclusive and Be Innovative. 

Oversee student manager program. 

Keenly aware of Campus & Business Office policy/procedures and coaching staff adherence to policy/procedures and reconciliation of travel expenses of coaching staff members. 

Assists with in-person campus Recruiting visits-schedule & execution of the visit as well as assisting in other recruiting tasks as assigned/allowed by NCAA rules. 

Job Duties:

About the Job

Position Summary
Works directly with the head coach, assistant coaches, Chief of Staff and Director of Operations in the operation of Division I men’s basketball program. Prepares for games, practices, alumni and donor functions, and any other special projects assigned. 

Breaks down and analyzes opponents as well as assists with self-analysis for head & assistant coaches. Prepares the video analysis of the upcoming opponent as well as coding and preparing the video clips for the Gopher’s games & practice sessions.

Participates in advancing the department's vision, and strategic plan including our actions; Be accurate, Be Accountable, Be Empathetic, Be Inclusive and Be Innovative. 

Oversee student manager program. 

Keenly aware of Campus & Business Office policy/procedures and coaching staff adherence to policy/procedures and reconciliation of travel expenses of coaching staff members. 

Assists with in-person campus Recruiting visits-schedule & execution of the visit as well as assisting in other recruiting tasks as assigned/allowed by NCAA rules. 

Job Duties:
20%-Offensive/defensive analysis (Self-Scout/Opponent Scout)

• Game and practice breakdowns – input our offensive data/terminology for games/practices.
• Opponents’ games breakdowns – input data of opponents’ games so we can identify the specific schemes they run as well as similar offenses to ours and how they handle it.
• Film study as assigned of both our games/practices as well as opponent games/personnel.

15%-Player Development

• Lead individual and group workouts that are held outside of full team practice times (as allowed by NCAA rules).
• Collaborate with Coaches in preparing and simulating game like scenarios for players to work on mastering skills in individual/small group settings to prepare them for use in practices/games.
• Direct scouting/game preparation efforts and on-court basketball activities (practice, individual workouts)
• Create and implement individual development plans to ensure student-athletes’ needs are being met as they deal with the pressure and time demands of being a men’s basketball student athlete

15%- Game Day/Practice 

• Manage in=game and practice operations, including recording notes and tracking stats (within NCAA guidelines)
• Facilitates video operations for the program

10% Responsible for Office Organization & Administration

• Ensures compliance and adherence policy & procedures with financial reports, purchases, reconciliation, etc. 
• Other related duties as assigned by the coaches or director of operations.

15%-Creates and Executes On-Campus Recruiting (Unofficial/Official) Experience for Prospects. 

• Oversees recruiting activities in accordance with NCAA, Big Ten, and department compliance.  Arranges official visits, hosting prospects and parents, updates recruiting boards, and provides daily recruiting updates to coaching staff.     
• Organize the planning and execution of on-campus recruiting visits, game-day visits, and financial reconciliation of the recruiting activity at the conclusion. 
• Develop relationships with local HS and AAU Coaches

15%- Alumni & Community Outreach 

• Develop & maintain a comprehensive data base of Alumni, student managers, former coaching staff and assist with the development of an appropriate cadence for connecting with them. 
• Organization and execution of an annual or bi-annual Alumni day/weekend.

10%- Other

• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Assistant Coaches, Chief of Staff or Director of Operations.

Qualifications

Education/Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years. 
• Experience working in a D1 men’s or women’s basketball program
• Experience playing on a D1 men’s or women’s basketball program
• Advanced computer skills, film and scouting experience, and knowledge of NCAA rules required.
• Must meet NCAA requirements for this position

Preferred:

• Problem solving skills: able to multi-task in a fast-past environment; self-motivated and reliable.

About the Department

With more than 140 years of tradition, Gopher Athletics is one of the oldest and most decorated athletics departments in the country. Minnesota was a charter member of the Big Ten Conference. The University of Minnesota sponsors 22 varsity intercollegiate athletic teams and is represented by more than 625 student-athletes who compete in the Big Ten and Western Collegiate Hockey Association. Minnesota has claimed 29 national championships in eight different sports and has won 217 regular-season conference titles and 42 conference tournament championships. Minnesota has also produced 213 Academic All-Americans, which ranks as the tenth most all-time among college and universities. Housed in the historic Dinkytown neighborhood on the northern edge of the University campus, Gopher Athletics is succeeding against a backdrop unique in college athletics, nestled at the heart of a bustling, modern metro area. We are proud of our decorated history, but we are prepared to achieve even greater success in the years to come. Ski-U-Mah!

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $44,500 - $45,500; depending on education/qualifications/experience 

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment 

Position Type:  Faculty and P&A Staff 

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services 
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online.  To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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Diversity

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Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and social media check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

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