Basketball Operations Assistantship

BASKETBALL OPERATIONS ASSISTANTSHIP Organization: BIG EAST Conference Location: New York, N.Y. Type: Part-time (30 hours per week), Temporary 10-month Appointment Compensation: $1800 per month, Non-benefited Start Date: August 3, 2020 About the BIG EAST The BIG EAST Conference is an association of ten nationally prominent colleges and universities that foster healthy athletic competition, community service and the pursuit of excellence in academic environments. The athletic programs of BIG EAST institutions provide national-caliber participation opportunities for more than 3,727 student-athletes on over 180 men’s and women’s teams in 22 sports. Established in 1979 and headquartered in New York City, the BIG EAST’s members are located in seven of the country’s top 36 largest media markets and include Butler University, Creighton University, DePaul University, Georgetown University, Marquette University, Providence College, St. John’s University, Seton Hall University, Villanova University and Xavier University. For more information, visit www.bigeast.com. Job Description The BIG EAST Conference is accepting applications for the position of Basketball Operations Assistant. The position will primarily support functions and operations of Men’s and Women’s Basketball at the BIG EAST Conference. Position directly reports to the Senior Associate Commissioner for Men’s Basketball and Associate Commissioner for Women’s Basketball. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Assist with research projects and compilation of pertinent regular season and NCAA Tournament selection data (RPI, ratings services, etc.); • Assist with monitoring Game Management rules and policies for member schools (e.g. scorer’s tables, bench compliance, and uniform and equipment decorum); • Track, analyze and compile comparative game data including statistics relevant to officiating, sportsmanship, fouls, and other areas of emphasis; • Assist with developing and maintaining video database for evaluation and educational purposes; • Assist with inputting Blue Zebra data and updates; • Archiving game footage; • Assist with Men’s & Women’s BIG EAST Basketball Tournaments, and other championships as needed; • Provide support for select conference initiatives, including Freshman Fundamentals and Transition Game, and other auxiliary events as necessary; and • Other duties as assigned. Desired Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in sports management, business, or relevant field; Graduate Degree preferred. • Strong organizational and presentation skills. • Proficiency using Microsoft Office. • Video editing experience. • Working knowledge of statistical analysis. • Previous work or volunteer experience in sports industry, preferably Division I, and/or former student-athlete experience at member institution. • Demonstrated ability work both independently and collaboratively with diverse constituents, including conference staff and personnel at member institutions. • Capacity to efficiently multi-task and prioritize. • Familiarity with NCAA compliance, and basketball rules and regulations. Application Instructions The BIG EAST Conference encourages applications from women and traditionally underrepresented racial/ethnic groups. A letter of application, resume, and list of references must be submitted as one document in PDF format to [email protected]. All materials for consideration must be received by April 10, 2020. Interviews may transpire prior to the deadline. Only applicants with completed files will be considered. The BIG EAST policy is to ensure equal opportunity without discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law. The BIG EAST Conference 655 Third Avenue, Suite 711 New York, NY 10017 .

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