WNBA Referee Performance & Development Advisor

National Basketball Association (NBA)•New York, NY

19h•$125,000 - $155,000•Remote

About The Position

Reporting to the WNBA Referee Performance & Development Leader, the WNBA Referee Performance & Development Advisor will participate in all aspects of WNBA performance and development, including the training and evaluation of WNBA referees. During the WNBA season, the primary focus will be to enhance the overall performance of the WNBA referee staff by providing developmental feedback to referees. Additionally, the role will assist with off-season, pre-season, and in-season clinics, camps, and candidate evaluations for hire to the WNBA.

Requirements

Extensive rules knowledge across the NBA, WNBA, and G League
Proven ability to work independently and efficiently while traveling
Exceptional attention to detail skills, especially related to business writing
Strong communication skills in delivering performance messaging
Ability to collaborate well within and across multiple levels of the organization
Public speaking and presentation experience
Familiarity with video tools for evaluation and development
Working knowledge of basic computer programs including – Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook
A minimum of ten years of officiating professional-level basketball
Bachelor’s Degree, preferred

Responsibilities

Observe games In-Arena, online, or on TV, as assigned, and complete evaluation forms for each official with video examples and developmental comments
Identify notable plays, and conduct a post-game review in the locker room when attending games live
Utilizing the Referee Engagement Performance System to submit individual interactions and evaluations for each member of the crew
Assist in day-of-game meetings/calls and post-game video breakdown when necessary
Participate in various departmental meetings and special assignments, including deep dives into games as requested
Complete playoff game deep dives as assigned
Assist in the development of training curriculum, including REPS playlists, suggesting curriculum items, and conducting presentations as requested
Participate in team, broadcast, and fan clinics as needed
Participate in the hiring and playoff selection processes
Contribute feedback and collaborate on the writing of WNBA referee midyear and end-of-year evaluations
Attend various WNBA and Referee Operations events including but not limited to, Spring Head Coach’s Meetings, Fall CCM, W-RSPM, WNBA Pre-Season On-Court training events, G-League Winter Showcase, NBA Summer League events
During the off season, serve as a development advisor to the G League staff as assigned, including watching game In-Arena, online or on TV
Participate in training activities in collaboration with Referee Operations and Human Resources to develop the necessary skills to be an effective Performance and Development Advisor