Director Player Development

Temple University's Athletics Department is searching for a Director of Player Development .

Salary Grade: A66

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Head Men's Basketball Coach, the Director of Player Development is responsible for preparing student-athletes for personal, academic, and athletic development success. This position will be primarily responsible for oversight of the day-to-day personnel matters of student-athletes, assisting in planning weekly and monthly practices, class, and study hall hours, and assisting with all on-campus recruiting activities. Director of Player Personnel will perform other duties as assigned by Head Men's Basketball Coach.

Required Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree. Two or more years related experience. Previous experience with a Division 1-A Men's Basketball program preferred. Knowledge of NCAA and Conference Regulations. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred:

Master's degree.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to manage several tasks and/or projects simultaneously

• Demonstrate a proven track record in building quality relationships.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

• Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office Software including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

• Demonstrated problem solving, strong leadership, and team-building skills.

• Demonstrated ability to handle and prioritize diverse tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to supervise the maintenance and improvements of Men's Basketball facilities, including field preparation and readiness.

• Ability to liaise with the coaching staff for Men's Basketball officiating and rules, including University guidelines, American Athletic Conference guidelines, and NCAA rules.

• Ability to organize preseason training camp with regards to housing, meals, transportation, entertainment, speakers and presentations, officials, and daily schedule.

• Ability to assist with the coordination and execution of fundraising, donor, and fan events.

Required Background Checks & Clearances:

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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