What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Operations, Men's Basketball position at Syracuse University?
Job Description
The Director of MBB Operations is responsible for managing the efficient operation of the men’s basketball office, including team travel; liaison with some of the department support services including compliance, marketing, ticketing; This position will assist in the budget/financial management of the Men’s Basketball program. This role assists in the management of all aspects of MBB camps and clinics; overseeing gameday activities; and, at the direction of the MBB leadership staff will assist with the coordination of recruit visits. Must adhere to all departmental policies and procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, Atlantic Coast Conference, and the NCAA.
Education and Experience
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About The Syracuse Area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.
The Director of MBB Operations is responsible for managing the efficient operation of the men’s basketball office, including team travel; liaison with some of the department support services including compliance, marketing, ticketing; This position will assist in the budget/financial management of the Men’s Basketball program. This role assists in the management of all aspects of MBB camps and clinics; overseeing gameday activities; and, at the direction of the MBB leadership staff will assist with the coordination of recruit visits. Must adhere to all departmental policies and procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, Atlantic Coast Conference, and the NCAA.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in sports management, management, operations. Communications, higher education, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in collegiate athletics, professional sports, or a related environment, including leadership or supervisory experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance requirements.
- Experience in program administration, operations management, and coaching.
- Strong organizational, communication, and strategic planning skills.
- Business background and collegiate basketball experience required.
- Strong working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
- Ability to manage, evaluate and direct activities of various employees at varying levels.
- Must possess ability to work extended hours, meet project deadlines and work under time constraint pressures.
- Excellent management and organizational skills and knowledge of computer software.
- Strong familiarity, understanding of, and practical experience with major issues concerning student-athlete welfare and conduct, academic enhancement and performance, and role of and relationship between intercollegiate athletics and higher education.
- Strong analytical, written and verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills combined with the ability to successfully interact with diverse individuals from both University and community related constituencies for maximizing University and departmental goals, objectives, relationships and representation.
- Established history of quality relationships with staff, coaches, student-athletes, parents, donors, and University faculty and staff preferred.
- Administrative duties and projects as assigned by the Associate AD of Operations and Administration . Such duties include liaison with officials, including compiling and reporting ratings.
- Responsible for overseeing practice operations, including practice scheduling and manager coordination.
- Negotiate and manage non-conference game scheduling.
- Assist with the coordination of all paperwork for incoming student-athletes, including admissions, housing, financial aid, eligibility and clearinghouse data.
- Maintain thorough understanding of University, ACC, and NCAA rules and regulations.
- Manage all aspects of team travel, including arranging flights (manifests), buses, hotel accommodations, developing itineraries and schedules, per diem, and making alternate arrangements when unexpected situations arise.
- Assists the Associate AD of Operations and Administration with post-season coordination, planning and managing team/staff travel for the event(s).
- Operate a program that is fiscally responsible and maintains a balanced budget.
- Prepare annual budget plan and proactively monitor expenditures to ensure a balanced budget.
- Serve as the financial reviewer for travel vouchers, employee expense vouchers, departmental purchase requisitions, apparel and equipment, credit card reconciliations, and all purchases that will affect the budget.
- Serves as liaison with department’s marketing, media relations, fund-raising, ticket office, training room staff, Athletics Facilities Director, and Dome staff.
- At the direction of the Men’s Basketball coaching staff, coordinate recruiting visits, including schedules, hotel and meal arrangements.
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About The Syracuse Area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.