Director of Scouting & Video Operations - Women's Basketball

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Work type:Staff Full Time
Location:UMass Amherst
Department: Athletics
Union: Non-Unit Exempt
Categories:Athletics

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Head Women's Basketball Coach, the Director of Scouting & Video Operations manages all aspects of video-related activities and operations for women's basketball, as well as participates in on campus recruitment activities with prospective student athletes. This individual is also responsible for identifying, and developing video highlights for use in various promotional venues in concert with the External Relations staff. Due to the national exposure that the women' s basketball program receives, it is imperative that the Director of Scouting & Video Operations ensures that all of the responsibilities of this position are conducted within the Department, University, NCAA, Conference, state and federal philosophies, rules, and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Provides support to the Head and assistant coaches in all areas related to video production, analysis, and management. Manages all video-related activities for the University of Massachusetts Women's Basketball Operations, including the coordination, management, and video analysis of practice, opponents, and game film for study, development and scout purposes.
• Coordinates time and runs video for staff/team film sessions at home, and sets up team room for any team/staff film sessions during travel. Creates and maintains an extensive database and video library of all plays including written diagrams and video supplement with ability to reference and communicate such information to the coaching staffs as required.
• Responsible for recruiting practice players on-campus, coordinating their academic schedules and communicating practice time to ensure consistent participation.
• Provides assistance to the staff of Athletics External Relations for the development and use of all promotional and pre-game videos for the women's basketball program. Participates in the production of highlight videos for promotional, recruitment, and motivational use. Identifies, develops and provides materials for use in marketing opportunities for the women's basketball program; communicates with the Athletic Marketing staff, and assists in the execution, if necessary.
• Prepares and ensures the arrival of all equipment for transportation to athletic events. Participates in the coordination of film exchanges in accordance with Conference and NCAA guidelines. Performs routine maintenance on equipment which includes troubleshooting and maintenance of video equipment and software.
• Participates in activities related to on campus recruiting of prospective student-athletes, as well as off-campus recruiting as requested by the Head Coach and per approval through proper NCAA procedures.
• Responsible for the strict adherence to all Department, University, NCAA, Conference, state and federal rules and regulations.

Other Functions

Performs related duties as assigned or required to meet Department, Executive Area/Division, and University goals and objectives.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

• Bachelors Degree.
• Demonstrated experience and training with video editing software.
• Understanding of the correct application of NCAA guidelines.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and public relations skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

1 to 3 years of experience with video and statistical analysis for a Division I basketball program to assist coaches in the preparation of a game plan.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Typical office environment activity.

Work Schedule

Shifts vary; work week includes weekends.

Additional Details

The position is typically for one year, with the possibility of reappointment.

Salary Information

Salary commensurate with experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.

UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University.  To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans.  It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Advertised:Apr 9 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:Jul 9 2024 Eastern Daylight Time