Basketball Operations Director: Elite Program Administrator

Oral Roberts University; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Oral Roberts University seeks a Director of Basketball Operations to oversee the daily operational management of the Men’s Basketball program, serving as the program’s chief administrator and ensuring excellence, organization, and efficiency.

Working closely with the Head Coach, the Director will manage the program’s budget, travel, academics, compliance coordination, scheduling, and administrative systems while creating an environment that allows the coaching staff to focus on coaching,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in collegiate athletics operations preferred.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and athletic department software systems.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and Division I athletics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day administrative operations of the men’s basketball program.
• Develop and maintain the team’s master calendar, coordinating practices, workouts, meetings, travel, recruiting activities, and special events.
• Establish and maintain organizational systems that promote efficiency and accountability.
• Coordinate communication between the basketball program and university departments.
• Manage the annual operating budget for the men’s basketball program.
• Track and reconcile all program expenditures.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, reimbursements, and expense reports.
• Monitor budgets throughout the year and identify opportunities for fiscal efficiency.
• Ensure all financial transactions comply with university policies and procedures.
• Plan and execute all team travel arrangements.
• Coordinate flights, hotels, buses, meals, and practice facilities.
• Create travel itineraries and manage travel logistics.
• Oversee travel-related operations for student-athletes and staff.
• Serve as the primary liaison with academic support services.
• Monitor academic progress and eligibility.
• Coordinate tutoring and study hall schedules.
• Assist coaches in staying informed on academic performance and requirements.
• Promote a culture of academic responsibility and success.
• Work with the Athletic Compliance Office to ensure NCAA, conference, and institutional compliance.
• Coordinate required documentation and administrative processes.
• Assist with recruiting visit logistics and compliance-related procedures.
• Maintain accurate operational records and reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Discretion and integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Athletic department software

Job description

Oral Roberts University seeks a Director of Basketball Operations to oversee the daily operational management of the Men’s Basketball program, serving as the program’s chief administrator and ensuring excellence, organization, and efficiency.

Working closely with the Head Coach, the Director will manage the program’s budget, travel, academics, compliance coordination, scheduling, and administrative systems while creating an environment that allows the coaching staff to focus on coaching,