Director of Mindset & Culture for Husky Men’s Basketball

Job Description

Washington Athletics has an outstanding opportunity for a Director of Mindset & Culture for Husky Men’s Basketball to join their team.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Head Coach, the Director of Mindset & Culture provides support to the Men’s Basketball coaching staff and student-athletes. The position will have extensive involvement with coaches and student-athletes on a daily basis, both collectively and individually. The primary responsibilities will be to provide analysis and performance related data and insights to the Head Coach and assistant coaches about student-athletes and opponents.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Analytics (30%) -

• Analyze practice and game data to evaluate the performance of players and opponents.
• Provide coaches with data-driven insights to support game planning and competitive strategy.
• Break down film and statistics to identify playing styles, strengths, weaknesses, and coaching tendencies.
• Track player development using athlete management systems and performance metrics throughout their careers.
• Deliver daily reports and recommendations to the coaching staff using basketball-specific knowledge.

Mindset & Culture (30%) -

• Teach student-athletes mental performance skills, including mindfulness, focus, resilience, stress management, and positive self-talk.
• Conduct one-on-one and group mental performance training while referring mental health concerns to appropriate support staff.

Recruiting & Evaluation (20%) -

• Assist with recruiting by evaluating prospective student-athletes and their fit within the program.

Stakeholder Engagement (20%) -

• Collaborate with athletic department staff to support student-athletes' athletic, academic, and personal development.
• Build relationships with alumni and the local community while serving as a mentor to student-athletes.

Required Qualifications:

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum of two years of experience in playing or coaching college basketball, or analytics, or sport administration; or an equivalent combination of any of the listed experience, or related education and experience.
• A minimum of two years of experience teaching mental performance skills in athletic settings.

Additional Qualifications:

• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong initiative to solve problems.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of coaches, administration and student-athletes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. Excellent communication skills both oral and written.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three to five years of experience of either playing or coaching collegiate basketball experience preferred.  
• Masters of psychology or similar study program preferred. 
• Knowledge of NCAA/Conference rules.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$120,000.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$125,004.00 annual

Other Compensation:

- Taxable benefits include tickets to UW Intercollegiate home competitions. - Non-local candidates may be eligible for a moving allowance.

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

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