Director of Player Development

Universities of Wisconsin • Madison, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Player Development for Wisconsin Badgers Men's Basketball is responsible for enhancing the basketball skill development and both on and off-court growth of student-athletes within the program. This position will assist in the planning and execution of individual workouts, player improvement plans, film study, scouting preparation, and skill instruction while supporting the coaching staff in all aspects of player development. The role will help foster a competitive, disciplined, and growth-oriented culture aligned with the standards and values of Wisconsin Men’s Basketball.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of successful basketball coaching experience at the D1 collegiate level.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record of developing student-athletes’ skills to maximize performance
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to foster team competitive success while maintaining a strong emphasis on the personal development and academic achievement of student-athletes
• Ability to work cooperatively and build strong working relationships with diverse groups including administrators, faculty, staff, students and alumni
• Work well independently and in teams
• Ability to be flexible in accepting new responsibilities
• Excellent communication skills to work with student-athletes, other coaches, support staff and administrators
• Knowledge of and experience with NCAA and Big Ten rules
• Administratively self-sufficient - proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and web applications
• Familiarity with Teamworks Hub and related applications

Responsibilities

• Enhancing the basketball skill development and both on and off-court growth of student-athletes within the program.
• Assisting in the planning and execution of individual workouts, player improvement plans, film study, scouting preparation, and skill instruction.
• Supporting the coaching staff in all aspects of player development.
• Fostering a competitive, disciplined, and growth-oriented culture aligned with the standards and values of Wisconsin Men’s Basketball.

Benefits

• Generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off
• Competitive insurances and savings accounts
• Retirement benefits
• Badger gear & season tickets for Badger football, men's basketball and men's hockey, and/or the varsity sports pass.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level