Director of Player Development, Men's Basketball

IN, United States

Job Description

Position Overview

Director of Player Development will assist with development of our student-athletes. Recruiting, retaining and developing high-achieving student athletes is imperative to the success of the Men's Basketball program and in turn the overall success of the athletics department.

Responsibilities 

• Assist in the recruiting, retaining and developing Student-Athletes

• Aids in creating plans and programs for individual and team skill development

• Works with student athletes in on-court settings to build and develop basketball skill

Director of Player Development, Men's Basketball

IN, United States

Job Description

Position Overview

Director of Player Development will assist with development of our student-athletes. Recruiting, retaining and developing high-achieving student athletes is imperative to the success of the Men's Basketball program and in turn the overall success of the athletics department.

Responsibilities 

• Assist in the recruiting, retaining and developing Student-Athletes

• Aids in creating plans and programs for individual and team skill development

• Works with student athletes in on-court settings to build and develop basketball skill

• Provides administrative, instructional and coaching assistance to the Head Coach.

• Fosters meaningful relationships and building trust with student-athletes, coordinating and implementing programs and initiatives 

• Other duties as assigned by head coach.

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree of equivalent

• Excellent communication skills

• Able to work effectively with student-athletes, coaches, administrators and staff  

Preferred Qualifications

• Collegiate or professional athletics experience
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations required.

BU Benefits and Perks   

Please check out Butler’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our benefit offerings, which include: 

• Paid Time Off and Holidays :  

  • 20-28 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per Fiscal year 
  • 8 Paid Holidays 
  • In addition, a paid Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day 
  • Paid Parental Leave (after 1 year of full-time employment) 

• Health :  

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans including disability and life insurance programs 

• Retirement :  

  • 10% employer contribution after 1 year of full-time employment 

• Tuition Assistance :  

  • Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents 
  • Remission of tuition for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children.  
  • Eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment 
  • Employees & spouses- undergraduate/graduate degrees 
  • Dependents (under age 26)- undergraduate degree 
  • Covers tuition only 

• Butler Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks :  

  • Access to Butler’s on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty 
  • LinkedIn Learning Courses 
  • Free premium subscription to the Calm App 
  • Free subscription to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT 
  • Discount at the College Bookstore 
  • Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center Performances 

About Us

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 1981
  
• Job Category Athletics
  
• Posting Date 05/26/2026, 08:00 PM
  
• Job Schedule Full time
  

• Locations 510 W 49th St, Indianapolis, IN, 46208, US

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