Director of Men's Basketball Operations

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Job Posting Title:

Director of Men's Basketball Operations

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

Job Posting Title:

Director of Men's Basketball Operations

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM Athletics - Ops - Ops - Mens Basketball (Matthew Joseph McMahon (00075147))

Work Location:

0301 Moran Family Ctr for Athletic Admin

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

The Core Values of LSU Athletics define who we are and what we do. They are: Excellence, Integrity, Authenticity, Perseverance, Respect, Fairness, Growth, and Service. They are the support system that sustains our success. These values work together, constantly collaborating and combining to secure our future and drive our unending work to create transformational change – for our student-athletes, for our athletics community, and for the millions across the world who know and love these three letters. Forever LSU.

The Director of Men's Basketball Operations directs the daily operations process for the Men's Basketball program. This position is also involved in the organizational structure of advanced recruiting. Due to the very confidential nature of student-athlete recruiting, the incumbent is in a highly sensitive position and must be able to maintain trust of the entire coaching staff. The incumbent is exposed daily to information of a highly confidential nature and must demonstrate a high degree of professionalism. In conjunction, the incumbent must be aware of NCAA and SEC rules and regulations.

85% Directs the daily operational and logistical processes for the Men’s Basketball Program; Game scheduling and planning the non-conference schedule in future years is critical; Serves as a coordinator of facilities liaison for the program; Works closely with the head coach on team travel (itineraries, logistics, practice/shoot around scheduling, meals, etc.); Point of contact for opposing teams when scheduling practice and shoot around times; Involved in staff scouting schedule and advanced scouting of opponents; Coordinates special events with the Head Coach (senior night, alumni events, etc.); Creates and updates recruiting lists at the direction of the coaching staff; Coordinates updates to the recruiting database; Monitors the number of contacts and evaluations conducted by the coaching staff and works with Athletics Compliance Services to ensure records are consistent; Coordinates securing, evaluating and filing of transcripts for selected prospects in collaboration with Compliance Services Staff; Supervises planning and coordinating of official and unofficial visits to campus (itineraries, travel, hotel, hosts, meals, name tags, seating charts, compliance paperwork, complimentary tickets, etc.); Coordinates completion and submission of required paperwork and expense reports; Monitors and works collaboratively with the staff to keep them updated on changes in the rules (University, SEC, and NCAA).

10% % Coordinates with the travel department on the road recruiting of the coaches; Supervises when coaches and/or prospects are traveling to campus; Serves as a liaison between all departments on recruiting matters (compliance, student services, strength and conditioning, sports medicine, travel, business, facilities, housing, parking, tickets, etc.).

5% Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the creation of a respectful culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with three years experience in a collegiate basketball program as a student-athlete, coach or administrator; Knowledge and commitment to NCAA rules and regulations.

LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified.

Special or Physical Qualifications:

Ability to work extended days, weekends and holidays; Travel is required.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

Posting Date:

August 20, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

August 27, 2025

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HCM Contact Information:

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