Director of Player Development

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

PG194051EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Director of Player Development

Anticipated Hiring Range

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Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

PG194051EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Director of Player Development

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule

Varies

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Men's Basketball

About the Department

The mission of the NC State Department of Athletics is to prepare student-athletes to compete at the highest level and to inspire them to be leaders now and for the future by providing the best environment to achieve their athletic, academic and personal aspirations as well as providing support for the professional development of our coaches and staff, all within the role of the greater institutional relationships to the University. This position will serve as the Assistant General Manager of the Men’s Basketball Team for North Carolina State University Athletic Department which competes as a

NCAA

Division I team in the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Essential Job Duties

The Director of Player Development for Men’s Basketball is responsible for overseeing the holistic development of student-athletes within the basketball program. This position is responsible for assisting players with personal growth off and on the court. The Director of Player Development regularly interfaces with the athletics department administration as a liaison to various student-athlete facing services provided by the athletics program. It is a critical role to provide overall welfare support in all facets of the experience for the student-athletes. Key Responsibilities:

Player Development:

Design and implement individualized development plans for assigned players, focusing on skill enhancement.

Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to players and coaching staff.

Coordinate with the coaching staff to integrate player development strategies into practice sessions and game plans.

Academic Support:

Monitor academic progress of student-athletes and collaborate with academic advisors to ensure compliance with

NCAA

eligibility requirements.

Personal Growth:

Provide mentorship and guidance to student-athletes on personal and professional development.

Organize workshops and seminars on topics such as leadership, time management, and career planning.

Community Engagement:

Promote community involvement and volunteer opportunities for student-athletes.

Represent the basketball program at community events and functions.

Other Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned by Head Coach.

Qualifications

| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor’s degree. - Minimum of 2 years of experience in Division 1 Men’s Basketball as player, graduate assistant, player development, coaching, or a related role. - Strong understanding of NCAA rules and regulations. - Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work collaboratively with coaching staff, academic advisors, and other stakeholders.

| | Other Required Qualifications |
- Strong understanding of NCAA rules and regulations. - Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work collaboratively with coaching staff, academic advisors, and other stakeholders.

| | Preferred Qualifications |
- Prior experience working with Division 1 Men’s Basketball program.

| | Required License(s) or Certification(s) |
n/a | | Valid NC Driver's License required | No | | Commercial Driver's License required | No |

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

| Job Open Date | 04/09/2025 | | Anticipated Close Date | 04/22/2025 | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Please attach resume and separate document containing at least 3 professional references. |

Position Details

| Position Number | 00111415 | | Position Type | EPS/SAAO | | Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) | 1.0 | | Appointment | 12 Month Recurring | | Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather | Mandatory - Adverse Weather | | Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events | Non Mandatory - Emergency Event | | Department ID | 101011 - Men's Basketball | | AA/EEO |
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?

   • NCSU Website
   • Job Alert (automated email from our system)
   • NCSU Executive Search Services
   • Monster.com
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Other Online Job Board
   • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
   • Job / Career Fair
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Professional Journal
   • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
   • Professional Organization
   • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
   • NCSU Employee Referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
   • Other

2. (Open Ended Question)

3. * Do you have (or will you have by date of hire) a bachelor's degree or higher?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Do you have a minimum of 2 years of experience in Division 1 Men's Basketball as player, graduate assistant, player development, coaching or related role?

   • yes
   • no

5. (Open Ended Question)

6. * The NCAA requires disclosure of certain relationships between potential employees and student athletes and their families as well as recruits and their families. Please check if you are any of the following:

   • A parent/legal guardian of a football or basketball (men’s or women’s) recruit or current NC State student-athlete.
   • A relative of a football or basketball (men’s or women’s) recruit or current NC State student-athlete.
   • A high school/ college coach who works with football or basketball (men’s or women’s).
   • A strength coach or personal trainer who works with a football or basketball (men’s or women’s) recruit or current NC State student-athlete.
   • None of the above.

7. * If you checked any of the boxes above (except, None of the above box), please provide details below.

(Open Ended Question)

Application Materials Required

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

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