The Director of Basketball Operations is responsible for all internal operations of the women’s basketball program.

Duties include:
Coordinate athletic scholarships and MEAC Conference Reports; communicate departmental and university issues and detail reminders; communicate with players during the year via email with updates and schedule changes; assisting students with Pell Grant and Special Assistance applications; coordinate pre and post team initiatives (POW, highlight videos, motivation etc.); assist with file management with recruitment software; implement/ manage camp marketing structure throughout the year for team and individual skills camp; coordinate post season banquet and Senior Day (awards, invitations, etc.); coordinate freshman/new student summer orientation.

Coordination of all practices and workouts (home and away); attend all meetings related to facilities; attend game management meetings; coordinate visiting team practice times/shoot around; ensure facility appropriately set up; equipment management; ensure trainer availability; coordinate team meetings and opposing team meet ups; coordinate logistics for new player arrivals; coordinate new room/room changes; communicate turnover of rooms for maintenance; work with housing administration to ensure proper accommodations for athletes; coordinate transportation, accommodation, and meals within budget.

Oversee all academic needs for student athletes and communicate with the head coach; implement individual/team study hall; coordinate and track study hall hours and progress reports; issue class absence letters when necessary; communicate with academic advisors to ensure students have tools necessary for success; communicate and enforce behavioral expectations pertaining social conduct, dress, etc.; monitor athletes internet presence with access to all social media.

The Intercollegiate Athletics Department is consistent with the mission of the University to provide an intellectual environment where students develop a sense of identification, belonging, responsibility, and achievement that prepares them for leadership and service in regional, national and global communities. The Department of Athletics provides a comprehensive program of intercollegiate competition as an integral part of the total educational experience for all students.

The Intercollegiate Athletics Department embraces the principles of competitive excellence, sportsmanship, diversity, ethical conduct, and amateurism while facilitating the academic objectives of student-athletes. The department complies with all conferences and association rules and regulations while ensuring equal opportunity and access for all students and staff who desire to associate with the Intercollegiate Athletics Department without regard for race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability or religion.

Bachelor’s Degree with 3-4 years’ experience working with athletics programs specifically at the university level.