UCF Athletics
Director of Player Development, Women's Basketball
UCF Athletics, Orlando, Florida, United States, 32801
UCF Athletics - Women's Basketball
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Collaborate with coaching staff in the evaluation of team and student-athlete athletic performance (on-court), identifying skill strengths/deficiencies in relation to individual and team goals/objectives Research best practices and organize/implement a comprehensive on-court skill development program towards the achievement of student-athlete and team short term/long term goals and objectives Actively communicate with student-athletes, providing support towards the development of skills/self-confidence Collaborate with strength and conditioning professionals regarding on-court skill development versus off-court strength and conditioning programming Collaborate with sports medicine professionals regarding student-athlete health/wellness and on-court skill development activities Manage/analyze player performance analytics against skill development programming to assess progress and adjustments where appropriate Assist with scouting process of opposing teams/players in the development of game planning/adjustments Assist with scouting process of potential student-athletes in determining fit with team/program Management/supervision of managers related to student-athlete on-court skill development (where applicable) Assists with the recruitment process of prospective student-athletes within all NCAA, Conference, UCF and UCFAA rules, policies and regulations Other duties as assigned Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree and two (2) years appropriate experience. Appropriate graduate coursework or master's degree may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Preferred qualifications: Previous basketball experience (student-athlete, coach, administrator) at the collegiate level or higher Ability to work in a team environment Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Due to the nature/scope of Athletics and Athletics events, position may require work during evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as the ability to stand / walk for extended periods of time and occasional travel. As a staff member of UCF Athletics, the selected candidate will be a person of integrity and character who shares a commitment for customer service and knowing/complying with NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules as they apply to the UCF Athletics program. Salary: Negotiable Please note that UCF Athletics operates as a Direct Support Organization (DSO) of the University of Central Florida, with different payroll and benefits than university employees. If interested in positions with the university, please click Here to visit their website. As a proud member of the Big 12 Conference, our mission is to positively transform the lives of our students academically, athletically and personally through a nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program that enhances the reputation and visibility of the university. We strive to be Florida's preeminent athletic program representing UCF and our community with distinction on the national stage as "Orlando's Hometown Team." UCF Athletics values our employees and working for us has its perks, including: Benefit packages: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurances, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, and Employee Assistance Program Wellness initiatives: UCF Athletics is recognized by Cigna Healthcare with the silver level Healthy Workforce Designation for our commitment to employee well-being and vitality through our benefits offerings, wellness platform and programming Paid time off for applicable positions, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays Retirement savings options Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions Tickets to UCF sporting events Education assistance To learn more about UCF and the Knights, visit our websites at ucf.edu and ucfknights.com.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Collaborate with coaching staff in the evaluation of team and student-athlete athletic performance (on-court), identifying skill strengths/deficiencies in relation to individual and team goals/objectives Research best practices and organize/implement a comprehensive on-court skill development program towards the achievement of student-athlete and team short term/long term goals and objectives Actively communicate with student-athletes, providing support towards the development of skills/self-confidence Collaborate with strength and conditioning professionals regarding on-court skill development versus off-court strength and conditioning programming Collaborate with sports medicine professionals regarding student-athlete health/wellness and on-court skill development activities Manage/analyze player performance analytics against skill development programming to assess progress and adjustments where appropriate Assist with scouting process of opposing teams/players in the development of game planning/adjustments Assist with scouting process of potential student-athletes in determining fit with team/program Management/supervision of managers related to student-athlete on-court skill development (where applicable) Assists with the recruitment process of prospective student-athletes within all NCAA, Conference, UCF and UCFAA rules, policies and regulations Other duties as assigned Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree and two (2) years appropriate experience. Appropriate graduate coursework or master's degree may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Preferred qualifications: Previous basketball experience (student-athlete, coach, administrator) at the collegiate level or higher Ability to work in a team environment Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Due to the nature/scope of Athletics and Athletics events, position may require work during evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as the ability to stand / walk for extended periods of time and occasional travel. As a staff member of UCF Athletics, the selected candidate will be a person of integrity and character who shares a commitment for customer service and knowing/complying with NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules as they apply to the UCF Athletics program. Salary: Negotiable Please note that UCF Athletics operates as a Direct Support Organization (DSO) of the University of Central Florida, with different payroll and benefits than university employees. If interested in positions with the university, please click Here to visit their website. As a proud member of the Big 12 Conference, our mission is to positively transform the lives of our students academically, athletically and personally through a nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program that enhances the reputation and visibility of the university. We strive to be Florida's preeminent athletic program representing UCF and our community with distinction on the national stage as "Orlando's Hometown Team." UCF Athletics values our employees and working for us has its perks, including: Benefit packages: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurances, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, and Employee Assistance Program Wellness initiatives: UCF Athletics is recognized by Cigna Healthcare with the silver level Healthy Workforce Designation for our commitment to employee well-being and vitality through our benefits offerings, wellness platform and programming Paid time off for applicable positions, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays Retirement savings options Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions Tickets to UCF sporting events Education assistance To learn more about UCF and the Knights, visit our websites at ucf.edu and ucfknights.com.