Men's Basketball Analyst and Analytics Coordinator

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This position is funded for 12 months; continuation past 12 months will be based on university need performance and/or availability of funding.

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Athletic Analytics Specialist supports the success of a high-performance collegiate athletic program by delivering advanced data analysis strategic insights and operational support; is responsible for evaluating athlete team and opponent performance; collaborates closely with coaching staff to develop data-informed strategies scouting materials and performance reports that enhance competitive outcomes.

• Analyze practices game performance and opponent tendencies to deliver actionable insights that inform coaching strategies game planning and in-competition adjustments

• Prepare review and interpret individual athlete unit and team performance data using advanced analytics tools and video analysis platforms

• Generate detailed scouting reports playbooks call sheets schemes and scripts for coaches

• Develop preliminary scouting reports and strategic schemes in advance of practices and competitions

• Create and deliver self-scout reports to evaluate team tendencies strengths and areas for improvement

• Perform quality control duties including charting plays and statistics maintaining depth charts and evaluating game film in collaboration with the coaching staff

• Coordinate the collection integration and distribution of data ensuring timely access for coaches and staff

• Support the coaching staff by preparing organizing and maintaining materials essential to the successful operation of the program

• Identify trends and performance indicators through statistical analysis predictive modeling and video breakdown

• Coordinate meetings between the program external consulting partners student-athletes and families to support informed decision-making processes

• Oversee relationships with external stakeholders including agent consultants ensuring student-athletes receive appropriate guidance during the agent selection process

• Facilitate communication and logistics between coaching staff analytics providers and program leadership

• Ensure accuracy consistency and integrity of all performance data reports and analytics systems

MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelors Degree 1 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid drivers license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $34800.00 - $50500.00.

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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.

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