Job Description
The Womens Basketball General Manager will serve as a key member of the coaching staff supporting the Womens Head Coach in managing various aspects of the basketball program. This position will encompass a wide range of responsibilities including scouting and recruiting former student-athlete engagement Name Image and Likeness ( NIL ) opportunities transfer portal management and institutional fundraising in collaboration with University Advancement. Additionally this position will collaborate with administration the NIL department and the GM/Chief Revenue Officer to maximize revenue-sharing and NIL opportunities and further enhance the programs financial growth.
Responsibilities
Scouting and Recruiting: Assist in identifying and evaluating prospective student-athletes through scouting recruiting analytics and talent assessment efforts. Assists in development and execution of recruiting and retention strategic plans. Strategizes implements plans and coordinates recruiting visits communications and interactions with recruits and their families. Maintain up-to-date recruiting databases and assist with compliance-related documentation. Transfer Portal Management: Consistently monitor the transfer portal and assess potential transfer student-athletes to enhance team roster and depth. Facilitate communication and logistics for incoming transfers including eligibility requirements and integration into the program. Maintains roster information and salary cap management in collaboration with coaching staff and administration. Former Student-Athlete Engagement: Cultivate relationships with former players to foster alumni engagement and support for the basketball program. Organize events reunions and networking opportunities for former student-athletes. Institutional Fundraising: Partner with Athletics and University Advancement to identify fundraising opportunities and cultivate relationships with donors sponsors and supporters of the basketball program. Assist in developing fundraising initiatives and campaigns to advance the programs financial goals. Name Image and Likeness ( NIL ) Education and Opportunities: Assist in the management of identifying and facilitating NIL opportunities for student-athletes in compliance with NCAA regulations and institutional policies. Will work to ensure that student-athletes disclose all required NIL agreements per NCAA rules. Building individual strategic plans for marketing and branding for potential and current student-athletes developing relationships with influencers and marketing and branding for the Syracuse Womens Basketball program. Work collaboratively with administration and serve as a liaison to the NIL department and GM/Chief Revenue Officer.
Required Experience:
Director