Director of Women's Basketball Operations

Director of Women's Basketball Operations

Benefits of Working at UNCW:

Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy, and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.

Recruitment Range: Determined based on qualifications and/or experience.
Vacancy Number: E1536
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Home Department: Athletics - 25900
Division: Chancellor - 25000 Division

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The UNCW Department of Athletics sponsors 19 varsity sports and competes in NCAA Division I as a member of the Coastall Athletic Association. UNCW Athletics mission is to enrich the University through a commitment to developing leadership qualities among its student-athletes by providing opportunities which support and promote academic excellence, community engagement and competitive success.

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:

The Director of Women's Basketball Operations provides oversight for the women's basketball program with emphasis on student-athletes' well-being. Will independently coordinate all administrative support and operational logistics for the basketball program including scheduling all practices, games, and team travel for the program and developing, monitoring, and performing within the program budget.

Will develop and manage a comprehensive program for the academic and athletic success of basketball student athletes in compliance with NCAA and CAA policies. Will use significant judgment and discretion in providing guidance and support to student athletes. Will interpret and carry out department policies, as well as NCAA and CAA policies, plus act as a coordinator between athletes and university services.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One years programmatic leadership experience working in a college athletic environment with student-athletes.
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Master's degree
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; the ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural guidelines to resolve problems and questions specific to collegiate athletic teams.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population of individuals including students, parents, university faculty/staff, community members, and vendors.
• Proficency in Microsoft Office programs.

Required Certifications or Licensures: N/A
FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year: 12 Months
Type of Position: Permanent
Position Number: E1536
Job Posting Date: 05/01/2026
Posting Close Date: 5/10/2026
Number of Openings: Single Incumbent