University of Oregon
Women’s Basketball Coordinator of Player Engagement and Operations
🇺🇸Eugene, Oregon, United States2 days ago
ExecutiveFull TimeEN
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Compensation Band: OS-OA05-Fiscal Year 2025-2026
FTE: 1.0
May 26, 2026; position open until filled
Please provide a resume that clearly outlines relevant work history, including dates of employment and educational background. These details are crucial in evaluating whether applicants meet the qualifications for the position.
The University of Oregon Department of Intercollegiate Athletics will provide an outstanding collegiate experience to our student-athletes by enabling them to pursue excellence in the classroom, the community, and their lives while competing at the highest level in their chosen sport.
Our department is committed to the following principles:
• Recruit student-athletes who are academically prepared and make every effort to help each meet their academic commitments.
• Provide academic support services so that our student-athletes will receive the best educational experience, including obtaining their degree.
• Create a supportive family atmosphere where student-athletes feel connected to their peers, the community and the University.
• Ensure that student-athletes will become responsible, contributing citizens through career counseling, development of life skills and community service opportunities.
• Provide facilities and medical staff to enhance the physical fitness and wellness of all student-athletes.
• Require all members of our department to demonstrate and promote the highest standards of integrity, leadership, sportsmanship and ethical behavior.
• Maintain a quality comprehensive intercollegiate athletic program that is self-sufficient and self-sustaining in harmony with the mission and goals of the University.
• Operate in accordance with all rules and regulations set by the University, the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.
The Coordinator of Player Engagement and Operations serves as an entry-level operations professional within the Women's Basketball program. This position is responsible for managing day-to-day operational logistics, supporting student-athlete engagement initiatives, and assisting in the execution of program-wide administrative functions. The Coordinator works collaboratively with coaching staff, the Executive Director of Operations, and campus partners to ensure seamless program delivery. This role is designed to develop foundational competencies in collegiate athletics operations with a pathway toward increased administrative responsibility.
Special Requirements:
It is a requirement of this position to qualify for and maintain a UO driver’s certification, which includes maintaining a valid driver’s license throughout employment in this position. Position also requires availability for evenings, weekends, and university holidays consistent with the full collegiate athletic calendar, including postseason competition.
• Bachelor's degree required; degree must be conferred prior to July 1, 2026.
• One year of post-degree, paid professional experience in collegiate athletics operations, team services, or large-scale event management within an NCAA member institution.
• Proficiency in Teamworks or a comparable collegiate athletics scheduling/communication platform (e.g., Front Rush, ACS); must be able to identify platform(s) used and specific functions performed.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally; experience drafting professional correspondence or event documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.
• Understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to work in a networked way, emphasizing collaboration in a complex environment.
• Ability to build strong relationships with all constituents.
• Master's degree in Sports Administration, Recreation Management, or related field.
• Prior experience in an operations, team services, or player engagement capacity specifically within an NCAA Division I women's basketball program.
• Working knowledge of NCAA Division I women's basketball recruiting calendar, contact/evaluation period restrictions, and official visit regulations; experience supporting NCAA compliance documentation preferred.
• Experience with travel management within an institutional context.
• Experience designing and executing student-athlete engagement or leadership programming at the program or department level
FLSA Exempt:
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.
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