Minnesota Timberwolves
Lynx Basketball Operations Manager
Minnesota Timberwolves, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
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We understand that to win championships, it starts with the people. We’re all teammates with a united focus on fostering an inclusive winning culture that empowers, values and recognizes each other. Because working together is how we do what’s right for the communities we live, work and play in. It’s how we innovate, learn and grow as individuals and as a group. And it’s how we elevate lives through the power of basketball. Position Summary / Objective
The Manager of Lynx Basketball Operations will serve as the primary day-to-day contact for all Lynx basketball operations efforts both in-season and off-season. This individual will work on the day-to-day operations, strategies, and objectives of the department. Essential Functions
Coordinate all logistics related to players in market – player arrivals and departures, housing, vehicles, and any player related needs Budget matters: Draft basketball operations budget each year end and manage budget throughout the year per monthly breakout totals Provide overall financial support including but not limited to submitting expense reports, tracking invoices, and all other financially related documents Oversee all travel logistics in-season and off-season including flights, hotels, buses, etc. for both team and non-team related travel Serve as liaison to Business staff by attending weekly Lynx Manager Meeting. Assist with scheduling of team events with various departments. Serve as the liaison between MN Lynx and other WNBA teams to coordinate home and road practice/shoot-around schedules. Set up facilities for Lynx and visiting team practices, shoot-around and games. Perform administrative tasks including but not limited to monitoring compliance of worker's compensation claims, tracking vacation time and coordinating external correspondence (mailings). Other administrative tasks will include: setting up department meetings, sending calendar requests, preparing meeting agendas, scheduling appointments and completing all filing for the department. Work with Community Impact to establish in-season coach and player appearances. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other
Strong written and verbal communication skills required. Computer skills required: experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) is strongly preferred. Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to work well on a team and independently. Ability to manage specific processes and tasks in the department under supervision. Experience
Three to five years of experience in team operations, logistics coordination, or sports administration, preferably within a professional or collegiate athletics environment. Experience working directly with players, coaches, and front office staff is highly preferred. Education
Bachelor’s degree in business, athletic administration or related field, or equivalent experience preferred. Supervisory Responsibility
This position has supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment
The position operates in a professional sports arena and is required to work all Lynx games (home and away), in addition to external events including but not limited to: charity and networking events. The working environment is generally favorable. This role will be regularly exposed to crowd noise, bright lighting, and frequent movement throughout arenas. Extended periods of standing, walking, and monitoring team-related activity may be required. Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange information with others both in person and over the telephone. The employee frequently is required to remain in a stationary position, as well as operate computers and other office equipment, such as a copy machine, printer and telephone. Staff will frequently ascend and descend bleachers/steps and traverse around the arena both on event days and non-event days. Staff may occasionally move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Travel
Position will require travel. Benefits & Compensation
Compensation: The base salary for this exempt role will be: $85,000-$100,000. Total compensation & offer package will include the following: Benefits: Regular full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, health saving accounts with an employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, and life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance. Additional benefits may include employer-paid short/long-term disability plans, generous fitness and well-being benefits, work-related reimbursements, and fully paid family/caregiver leave. Regular full-time employees start with 11 Holidays, at least 20 paid PTO days, 2 Volunteer days, and 4 Personal Holidays in each calendar year. Our DEI Commitment
Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives reflect our nature as a Pack. Each one is defined by our collective strength and effort to move everyone forward. Through DEI, we speak up against social injustices, marginalization, and oppression, provide equal opportunities, embrace the differences of others, and create an environment where everyone feels accepted and welcome. Together, we empower each other to be champions of change, help put those around us in a position to win and use our voices for good. As an organization, we’re proud to commit to accountability, transparency, change, and building DEI into everything we do; because when we do, our community becomes stronger. E-Verify Statement
We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot prove this, we will give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any action might be taken against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. Apply now to interview with us! Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level
Employment type:
Full-time
Job function:
Management and Manufacturing
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Lynx Basketball Operations Manager
role at
Minnesota Timberwolves Why Join the Pack?
We understand that to win championships, it starts with the people. We’re all teammates with a united focus on fostering an inclusive winning culture that empowers, values and recognizes each other. Because working together is how we do what’s right for the communities we live, work and play in. It’s how we innovate, learn and grow as individuals and as a group. And it’s how we elevate lives through the power of basketball. Position Summary / Objective
The Manager of Lynx Basketball Operations will serve as the primary day-to-day contact for all Lynx basketball operations efforts both in-season and off-season. This individual will work on the day-to-day operations, strategies, and objectives of the department. Essential Functions
Coordinate all logistics related to players in market – player arrivals and departures, housing, vehicles, and any player related needs Budget matters: Draft basketball operations budget each year end and manage budget throughout the year per monthly breakout totals Provide overall financial support including but not limited to submitting expense reports, tracking invoices, and all other financially related documents Oversee all travel logistics in-season and off-season including flights, hotels, buses, etc. for both team and non-team related travel Serve as liaison to Business staff by attending weekly Lynx Manager Meeting. Assist with scheduling of team events with various departments. Serve as the liaison between MN Lynx and other WNBA teams to coordinate home and road practice/shoot-around schedules. Set up facilities for Lynx and visiting team practices, shoot-around and games. Perform administrative tasks including but not limited to monitoring compliance of worker's compensation claims, tracking vacation time and coordinating external correspondence (mailings). Other administrative tasks will include: setting up department meetings, sending calendar requests, preparing meeting agendas, scheduling appointments and completing all filing for the department. Work with Community Impact to establish in-season coach and player appearances. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other
Strong written and verbal communication skills required. Computer skills required: experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) is strongly preferred. Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to work well on a team and independently. Ability to manage specific processes and tasks in the department under supervision. Experience
Three to five years of experience in team operations, logistics coordination, or sports administration, preferably within a professional or collegiate athletics environment. Experience working directly with players, coaches, and front office staff is highly preferred. Education
Bachelor’s degree in business, athletic administration or related field, or equivalent experience preferred. Supervisory Responsibility
This position has supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment
The position operates in a professional sports arena and is required to work all Lynx games (home and away), in addition to external events including but not limited to: charity and networking events. The working environment is generally favorable. This role will be regularly exposed to crowd noise, bright lighting, and frequent movement throughout arenas. Extended periods of standing, walking, and monitoring team-related activity may be required. Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange information with others both in person and over the telephone. The employee frequently is required to remain in a stationary position, as well as operate computers and other office equipment, such as a copy machine, printer and telephone. Staff will frequently ascend and descend bleachers/steps and traverse around the arena both on event days and non-event days. Staff may occasionally move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Travel
Position will require travel. Benefits & Compensation
Compensation: The base salary for this exempt role will be: $85,000-$100,000. Total compensation & offer package will include the following: Benefits: Regular full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, health saving accounts with an employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, and life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance. Additional benefits may include employer-paid short/long-term disability plans, generous fitness and well-being benefits, work-related reimbursements, and fully paid family/caregiver leave. Regular full-time employees start with 11 Holidays, at least 20 paid PTO days, 2 Volunteer days, and 4 Personal Holidays in each calendar year. Our DEI Commitment
Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives reflect our nature as a Pack. Each one is defined by our collective strength and effort to move everyone forward. Through DEI, we speak up against social injustices, marginalization, and oppression, provide equal opportunities, embrace the differences of others, and create an environment where everyone feels accepted and welcome. Together, we empower each other to be champions of change, help put those around us in a position to win and use our voices for good. As an organization, we’re proud to commit to accountability, transparency, change, and building DEI into everything we do; because when we do, our community becomes stronger. E-Verify Statement
We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot prove this, we will give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before any action might be taken against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. Apply now to interview with us! Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level
Employment type:
Full-time
Job function:
Management and Manufacturing
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