Director Men's Basketball Operations

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About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

Assists in preparing recruiting trips, offical and unoffical visits, and campus tours for various sports.

• Assists in preparing recruiting trips and campus tours. Assists in coordinating pre-season/summer training schedules (including meals, housing, etc). Coordinates activities for recruiting visits and works with the Compliance office to secure all admissions-related paperwork. Assists in gathering receipts.
• Works with the Student-Athlete Academic Center (SAAC) staff and coaches in monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes through verifiable records. Works in maintaining NCAA academic benchmarks for initial and continuing eligibility as per NCAA By Law. Monitors attendance at study hall, classes and all mandatory meetings, events and activities. Works with student athletes to enhance their management and study skills. Prepares student athletes for team travel, including working with SAAC, to coordinate assignments due during team travel.
• Coordinates with the Athletic Department Administration and serves as a liaison for sports with various University units (housing, admissions, financial aid, etc.) on issues related to each respective area.
• Works closely with the Assistant Director of Student-Athlete Development and Community Relations to ensure team community service involvement and to emphasize the value of education and the development of self-reliance, self-confidence, empowerment, and intrinsic motivation.
• Coordinates recruiting for coaches. Serves as liaison with parents on visits and provides information about academic requirements.

About FIU

Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

Assists in preparing recruiting trips, offical and unoffical visits, and campus tours for various sports.

• Assists in preparing recruiting trips and campus tours. Assists in coordinating pre-season/summer training schedules (including meals, housing, etc). Coordinates activities for recruiting visits and works with the Compliance office to secure all admissions-related paperwork. Assists in gathering receipts.
• Works with the Student-Athlete Academic Center (SAAC) staff and coaches in monitoring the academic progress of student-athletes through verifiable records. Works in maintaining NCAA academic benchmarks for initial and continuing eligibility as per NCAA By Law. Monitors attendance at study hall, classes and all mandatory meetings, events and activities. Works with student athletes to enhance their management and study skills. Prepares student athletes for team travel, including working with SAAC, to coordinate assignments due during team travel.
• Coordinates with the Athletic Department Administration and serves as a liaison for sports with various University units (housing, admissions, financial aid, etc.) on issues related to each respective area.
• Works closely with the Assistant Director of Student-Athlete Development and Community Relations to ensure team community service involvement and to emphasize the value of education and the development of self-reliance, self-confidence, empowerment, and intrinsic motivation.
• Coordinates recruiting for coaches. Serves as liaison with parents on visits and provides information about academic requirements.
• Works with student athletes to enhance their management and study skills. Prepares student athletes for team travel, including working with SAAC, to coordinate assignments due during team travel.
• Assists student-athletes dealing with issues of making the transition from high school to college.
• Serves as liaison between the Faculty Athletic Representative and the basketball program.
• Reviews, understands and abides by all department procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality for the department. Treats with utmost confidentiality and sensitivity any matter pertaining to academic and personal data of student athletes and any information either directly or indirectly impacting the University and/or Athletic Department.
• Serves as a University Card user for departmental transactions. Adheres to University Credit Card policies and procedures.
• Adheres to all State of Florida, University, NCAA, Conference USA and department rules and policies pertaining to the position of Director of Men's Basketball Operations. Reports any known NCAA violations or concerns to the Director of Athletic Compliance and be responsible for the monitoring of any subordinate as it relates to NCAA regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of related experience; OR a Master's degree and two (2) years of related experience; OR eight (8) of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Job Category

Administrative

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience. 

Work Schedule

• Begin time: 8:30 AM
• End time: 5:00 PM

Working Condition(s)

Operating University Vehicles (all types)

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Driver's License Check
• Fingerprinting Check
• Expanded Background Check

Other Information

• Ability to travel locally and nationally.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.

How To Apply

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications". 

_ To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. _

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment.  Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

How To Apply

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications". 

_ To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. _

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.  It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Disclosures

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.  However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of  their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email ocr@fiu.edu.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or accommodations@fiu.edu.  All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.

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