Associate Director, Player Development

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthy work environment

Equal opportunity employment

Job summary

A leading educational institution is looking for an Associate Director of Player Development to enhance student-athlete growth in Kentucky Men's basketball. This role involves coordinating with coaches, delivering data insights for development, and participating in recruitment operations. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in player development, ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations. This position is full-time and engages with various stakeholders across the basketball program, promoting a collaborative environment for athletes.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in collegiate or professional athletics focusing on player development.
• Ability to comply with NCAA rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with coaches on roster and resource management.
• Deliver data-informed insights on player performance.
• Assist with on-campus recruiting operations.
• Ensure compliance with university, conference and NCAA rules.

Skills

Data-informed insights

Collaboration

Player development

Resource management

Education

Bachelor's Degree (BA)

Job description

Job Title

Associate Director, Player Development

Requisition Number

RE53814

Department Name

12B00:Mens Sports

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

00

Type Of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

To be able to lift, push, pull objects up to 50 lbs.

Shift

Days, Evenings and Weekends

Job Summary

The Associate Director Player Development position plays a central role in shaping the Kentucky Men’s basketball program by advancing student-athlete brand & professional development and serves as a strategic bridge between the program and stakeholders involved in each student-athlete’s holistic growth. The role includes coordination with coaches on roster & resource management initiatives by delivering data-informed insights on player and prospect performance & assisting with on‑campus recruiting operations. The position collaborates with coaches, performance staff, and analytics personnel to translate data insights into practical applications for each individual’s development as a student-athlete and future professional & career development. Pending anticipated NCAA rule changes, the position may also assist with on‑court coaching activities related to individual player development and scouting implementation. Compliance with current State, University, NCAA, CSC, and SEC rules, regulations, policies, and procedures is required.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

3-5 years of experience working in a fast paced environment in collegiate or professional athletics focusing on player development.

Deadline To Apply

04/02/2026

Our University Community

We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.