Director of Basketball

Brisbane Boys' College; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Brisbane Boys’ College seeks a dynamic Director of Basketball to lead GPS and Club programs, oversee coaching staff, plan seasons and promote participation and performance across levels. You will manage recruitment, budgeting, compliance, and wellbeing, delivering high-quality experiences for Prep to Year 12 and building partnerships within the basketball community.

The role requires strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and a track record of developing young athletes and staff while

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in basketball or sports leadership with a proven record of success.
• Proven basketball coaching and sports management experience working with school-aged athletes.
• Experience in high-performance, pathway or schoolboy basketball.
• Ability to lead, mentor and manage coaching staff and deliver high-quality programs.
• Strong basketball coaching techniques, athlete development and performance analysis knowledge.
• Ability to implement strategic plans that support participation and competitive outcomes.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills; able to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop GPS and Club Basketball programs across levels.
• Mentor and develop coaching staff, promoting high-quality practices and professional development.
• Oversee program administration, recruitment, financial management, risk management and compliance.
• Coordinate seasonal planning, training programs, fixtures, team selections, camps and tours.
• Use performance analysis and technology to enhance player development.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, staff and the wider community.

Skills

Basketball coaching

Sports management

Staff leadership

Performance analysis

Strategic planning

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or equivalent

Job description

Brisbane Boys’ College is an established GPS day and boarding school founded in 1902, dedicated to developing boys into worthy leaders and good citizens. Located just four kilometres from Brisbane’s centre, we educate students from Prep to Year 12.

About Us

Brisbane Boys’ College is an established GPS day and boarding school founded in 1902, dedicated to developing boys into worthy leaders and good citizens. Located just four kilometres from Brisbane’s centre, we educate students from Prep to Year 12.

About the Role

The primary purpose of this role is to provide dynamic, innovative and inspirational leadership of coaching and player development across the GPS and Club Basketball programs at Brisbane Boys’ College. The Director of Basketball will lead the sport across all levels of ability, supporting participation, progression and performance through coach development, seasonal planning, training programs, performance clinics, invitational competitions, partnerships and the implementation of leading coaching practices.

The role also provides strategic and operational leadership of the basketball program, including team selections, performance analysis, staff management, recruitment, financial management, compliance and seasonal operations. The successful candidate will foster a positive sporting culture, promote student wellbeing and deliver high-quality learning experiences that support both inclusive participation and competitive excellence.

About You

You are an enthusiastic, experienced and committed basketball leader with a passion for coaching, developing young athletes and inspiring those around you. With strong basketball knowledge, coaching expertise and sports management experience, you will lead coaching staff and drive the continued growth and performance of the program.

You are committed to strategic planning, continuous improvement and creating opportunities for students to reach their potential both on and off the court. With excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills, you can manage competing priorities while building positive relationships with students, families, staff and the wider basketball community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the GPS and Club Basketball programs, supporting participation, player progression and competitive performance.

• Mentor and develop coaching staff, promoting high-quality coaching practices and ongoing professional development.

• Oversee program administration, recruitment, financial management, risk management and compliance.

• Coordinate seasonal planning, training programs, fixtures, team selections, camps, tours and development opportunities.

• Implement transparent selection processes and use performance analysis and technology to enhance player development.

• Build strong relationships with students, families, staff, Old Boys, Support Groups and the wider basketball community.

Selection Criteria

• Minimum five years’ experience in the sports industry or a sports leadership role, specifically in basketball, with a demonstrated record of success.

• Proven experience in basketball coaching, sports management and the development of school-aged athletes.

• Experience in high-performance, pathway or schoolboy basketball.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and manage coaching staff and deliver high-quality sporting programs.

• Strong understanding of basketball coaching techniques, strategies, athlete development and performance analysis.

• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans that support participation, player progression and competitive outcomes.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and manage competing priorities.

• Commitment to student wellbeing, continuous improvement and professional development.

Skills and Capabilities

• Expertise in basketball coaching, sports management, administration and operations.

• Strong leadership and staff management capabilities, including recruitment, development and supervision.

• Ability to plan and deliver effective training programs and progressive athlete development pathways.

• Strong strategic planning, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and manage budgets.

• High-level communication, relationship management, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

• Commitment to contemporary coaching practices, ongoing professional development and maintaining confidentiality.

• A genuine passion for developing young athletes and fostering positive sporting culture, sportsmanship and student growth.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent work experience is preferred.

• Minimum five years’ experience in basketball or sports leadership, with a demonstrated record of success.

• Strong basketball coaching expertise and relevant coaching qualifications.

• Experience working with school-aged boys and developing athletes across different ability levels.

Mandatory Requirements

• Adhere to the PMSA Code of Conduct.

• Comply with College policies, procedures and training requirements, including those relating to occupational health and safety, risk management, child protection and confidentiality.

• Positively support the College’s traditions and Christian ethos.

• Obtain and maintain a current Blue Card for Working with Children, or current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers, as applicable to the position.

Child Safeguarding

At Brisbane Boys’ College, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, and every staff member must adhere to the PMSA Child Safeguarding Processes. Successful applicants must hold or be eligible to obtain a valid Queensland Working with Children Blue Card and meet the College’s child safety requirements.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing

Protecting and advocating for the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our care is at the heart of everything we do. Every child and young person deserves to be and feel safe, respected and supported – everywhere, every day.