Coordinator, Player Personnel

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 53,568 - 71,424; Full time

Job summary

Texas State University is seeking applications for the position of Coordinator of Player Personnel & Strategy for our Men’s Basketball Program. This is a full‑time, benefits‑eligible position and reports to the Head Coach for Men’s Basketball.

Texas State University is a large public university with a strong athletics program. The role emphasizes NIL coordination, player development, and collaboration with multiple campus units to support student‑athletes and program success.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NCAA Rules and Regulations
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word and Excel
• Knowledge of general University policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Manage player-focused programs supporting student-athlete welfare, leadership development, and engagement.
• Assist in coordinating contract negotiations, including NIL arrangements and other player-related contractual matters, in alignment with university guidelines, NCAA rules, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Coordinate and maintain collaborative relationships with key Athletics units and campus partners, including NCAA Compliance, Athletics Operations, Academic Services, Sports Medicine, Strength and Conditioning, and Residential Life, to support player needs.
• Supports recruiting, NIL initiatives, player brand development and strategic relationships that strengthen the Bobcat basketball program and enhance the student-athlete experience.
• Providing support to the coaching staff and student-athletes in preparation for practices, competitions, meetings, film review, and other basketball-related activities, with an emphasis on player readiness and retention.
• Collaborating with the Athletics Compliance Office to ensure adherence to NCAA, conference, University, and Athletics policies and procedures in all player personnel, recruiting, and NIL activities.
• Assisting with player evaluation, roster management, transfer portal strategy, and succession planning for future recruiting classes.
• Serves as a liaison for student-athletes on day-to-day personal and academic matters, helping them access campus resources and maintain progress toward degree completion.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

NCAA Rules & Regulations

University policies & procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree

Job description

San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Coordinator, Player Personnel & Strategy

Posting Number: 2026654

Location: San Marcos

Department: Men's Basketball

Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting

Job Type: Full-Time

Monthly Salary: Commensurate with experience

Job Category: Exempt

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word and Excel
• Knowledge of NCAA Rules and Regulations
• Knowledge of general University policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with Division 1 Men’s Basketball program
• Bachelor's degree with additional consideration to applicants who possess a Master’s degree.

Texas State University is seeking applications for the position of Coordinator of Player Personnel & Strategy for our Men’s Basketball Program. This is a full‑time, benefits‑eligible position and reports to the Head Coach for Men’s Basketball.

Job Duties

• Managing player-focused programs that support student‑athlete welfare, leadership development, and engagement with the Bobcat basketball program.
• Assisting in the coordination of contract negotiations, including NIL arrangements and other player‑related contractual matters, in alignment with university guidelines, NCAA rules, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Coordinate and maintain collaborative relationships with key Athletics units and campus partners, including NCAA Compliance, Athletics Operations, Academic Services, Sports Medicine, Strength and Conditioning, and Residential Life, to support player needs.
• Supports recruiting, NIL initiatives, player brand development and strategic relationships that strengthen the Bobcat basketball program and enhance the student‑athlete experience.
• Providing support to the coaching staff and student‑athletes in preparation for practices, competitions, meetings, film review, and other basketball‑related activities, with an emphasis on player readiness and retention.
• Collaborating with the Athletics Compliance Office to ensure adherence to NCAA, conference, University, and Athletics policies and procedures in all player personnel, recruiting, and NIL activities.
• Assisting with player evaluation, roster management, transfer portal strategy, and succession planning for future recruiting classes.
• Serves as a liaison for student‑athletes on day‑to‑day personal and academic matters, helping them access campus resources and maintain progress toward degree completion.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I‑9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E‑Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I‑9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.