Athletics - Director of Basketball Operations

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Job Description Posted Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM As the second-largest Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s eight colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computer Science & Engineering; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 390 Colleges: 2025 Edition, and Best Business Schools: 2024 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

To apply

Only applications submitted through the official Careers at SHU site will be accepted for employment consideration. If you are viewing this job advertisement through a different site, please visit Careers at SHU to submit a formal application.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a complete application and resume via our online application system. A cover letter or statement of interest is also preferred for all staff positions.

Sacred Heart University complies with all federal and state employment laws and regulations. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.

Position Summary

Act and serve as the director of basketball operations in all of the following areas of the program: Responsible to the Head Basketball Coach for assisting in managing the Basketball program, promoting the program and day-to-day administrative operations, including communication with both internal and external (NCAA, MAAC, etc.) constituencies, facility scheduling, film exchanges and summer basketball camps; planning and coordinating all aspects of team travel for away contests; managing the basketball program's budget; and performing other related duties as assigned.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Job Description Posted Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM As the second-largest Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s eight colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Computer Science & Engineering; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 390 Colleges: 2025 Edition, and Best Business Schools: 2024 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

To apply

Only applications submitted through the official Careers at SHU site will be accepted for employment consideration. If you are viewing this job advertisement through a different site, please visit Careers at SHU to submit a formal application.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a complete application and resume via our online application system. A cover letter or statement of interest is also preferred for all staff positions.

Sacred Heart University complies with all federal and state employment laws and regulations. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.

Position Summary

Act and serve as the director of basketball operations in all of the following areas of the program: Responsible to the Head Basketball Coach for assisting in managing the Basketball program, promoting the program and day-to-day administrative operations, including communication with both internal and external (NCAA, MAAC, etc.) constituencies, facility scheduling, film exchanges and summer basketball camps; planning and coordinating all aspects of team travel for away contests; managing the basketball program's budget; and performing other related duties as assigned.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Plans and coordinates all aspects of team travel for away contests; develops travel itineraries; coordinates transportation, hotel arrangements, meals, practice sites/times, to meet NCAA rules and regulations. Ensures appropriate per diems are allocated to players, coaches, and others in the travel party; reconciles all travel expenses; travels with the team and manages logistics; coordinates problem resolutions. Monitors student-athlete livelihood, including on-campus housing issues, meal plans, financial aid applications and status, limitations of practice hours, class attendance, study hall hours, and per diem money during school holidays and breaks. Monitors and logs compliance forms for weekly team countable activities, as well as coaches' telephone records, permitted contacts, and evaluations of prospective student athletes. Plans, organizes, and coordinates all logistics of the summer camp program; promotes program by creating and distributing brochures; manages the budget to ensure expenses are within budget; organizes registration; oversees staff hiring; schedules facilities; and establishes daily camp schedule. Serves as liaison to athletic administration, academics, media relations, facilities management, equipment room, weight room, medical and training room staff, and other organizations. Acts on behalf of coaches, immediately addressing issues and concerns with the student-athletes, administrators, and other staff members. Contributes to Graphics creation and implementation on social media, packets, mail-outs, and flyers. Actively participates in community service, promotional, and public relations activities for the basketball program. Uses film exchange software to coordinate all film exchanges during the season; creates highlight and scouting tapes for instruction for upcoming opponents. Secures facilities on a day-to-day basis for all home and away practice times and serves as a liaison with facilities and women's basketball on scheduling. Collaborates with visiting basketball teams to coordinate scheduling of practice times and assists visiting teams with game day needs, such as pre-game meals. Hires, supervises, and evaluates team managers and ball-kids; and selects and monitors program volunteers. Coordinates the end-of-year basketball banquet, including reserving the facility, designing and ordering awards, selecting the dinner menu, creating highlight videos, and inviting special guests, boosters, and department personnel. Monitors and maintains all technological needs for staff, including laptops, projectors, computer recruiting software, including Synergy, Gamebreaker, and acts as liaison between the Factory and Basketball staff. Organizes and executes all Senior Day activities, including post-game banquet, senior gifts and photos, catering, and facility management. Plans and supervises community outreach programs. Performs other related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Other Attributes

Bachelor’s degree required. Valid driver's license with no violations required. Two to three years of experience playing for or working with an NCAA Division 1, 2, or 3 basketball program as a team manager, graduate assistant, video coordinator, director of basketball operations, or assistant coach.
Good communication skills and a positive motivator. Impeccable integrity with a working knowledge of the NCAA rules and regulations. Strong administrative and organizational skills. Unusual Working Conditions

Works outside of normally scheduled work hours, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as directed.

Travel is also required.

This job posting provides an overview of the role's general nature and expected tasks. It is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all duties performed. The university reserves the right to modify or reassign job responsibilities at any time. This posting description does not constitute an employment contract, either explicit or implied.

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live. Job Details Job Family Staff Job Function Athletics Pay Type Salary Education Level Bachelor’s Degree Travel Required Yes

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