Basketball Affairs & Player Personnel Lead

WORK OPTION: The NBA currently provides eligible employees the option of working remotely one day per week._________________Position SummaryThe Basketball Affairs and Player Personnel Lead will manage relationships with the league’s team front offices, and Referee Operations partners while also serving as the league’s primary point of contact for Player Representatives. This role will also oversee the player discipline and fine processes, player contract distribution, and is a vital member of the day-to-day operations of the NBA G League basketball operations team.Major ResponsibilitiesServe as the player contract administrator throughout the player signing processSupport the NBA G League Legal and basketball operations team in drafting player contracts, forms, the operations manual, and other key documentsEnsure compliance by NBA G League teams with all roster rules and assist in maintaining and editing themVerify that NBAGL – NGBPU Collective Bargaining Agreement provisions are strictly followedManage FIBA clearance processes for G League playersDepartment lead for Player Contract Management System (PCMS) transactionsServe as liaison to NBA G League Referee Operations including attending select referee clinics and G League RPSM as well as coordination of the Coaches Textback initiativeOversee the NBA G League player discipline and fine processes including organization of historical data and coordination with Legal regarding disciplinary actionsManage the end-of-season awards selection processLead the management, scouting, and organization of several key NBA G League events including NBA G League Combine and the NBA G League International DraftSupport of G League coaching and front office staffs at domestic and international eventsAttend select elite youth events (domestic and international) throughout the year in either a scouting or presentation capacityOther duties as assigned by the G League Player Operations Team Leader and PresidentRequired Experience/Skills/KnowledgeMust possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationshipsStrong time management, verbal, written and presentation skillsProven professionalism with confidential informationPassion for the game of basketball is essentialAbility to travel extensively, upwards of 20%, requiredExperience and familiarity working with roster regulations and league rules. Experience with NBA G League and NBA rules is preferred.Minimum of 5 years NBA, WNBA or NBA G League, or NCAA experience at the team or league-level, preferredMinimum of 5 years of experience in professional coaching, scouting, or basketball operations preferredEducational Background RequiredBachelor’s degree requiredJuris Doctor, a plusSalary Range:$140,000 - $160,000Job Posting Title:DirectorEmployees currently are eligible to receive an annual discretionary performance bonus, awarded at the sole discretion of the Company and subject to any terms and conditions set by the Company. Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company-sponsored employee benefit programs: medical; dental; vision; life/AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability; fertility and family-forming assistance; wellbeing allowance; educational assistance; mental health coaching/therapy; tax advantaged accounts such as HSA and healthcare/dependent care FSAs; a 401(k) retirement plan; and time off benefits that include vacation, sick time, and personal days.The NBA does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or any other third parties. Any unsolicited resume sent to the NBA will be considered NBA property, and the NBA will not pay a fee should it hire the subject of any unsolicited resume.The NBA considers applicants for all positions on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs, and without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, alienage or citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.About the NBA G LeagueThe NBA’s official minor league, the NBA G League prepares players, coaches, officials, trainers and front-office staff for the NBA while acting as the league’s research and development laboratory. Featuring 28 teams with direct affiliations with NBA franchises for the 2019-20 season, the league offers elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family friendly atmosphere. An all-time-high 57 percent of all NBA players at the end of the 2019-20 season boasted NBA G League experience. In fostering the league’s connection to the community, its teams, players and staff promote health and wellness, support local needs and interests, and assist in educational development through NBA Cares programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr