WORK OPTION: Remote
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This is a temporary position with an expected duration not to exceed (10) months.
This job posting is for candidate pipeline purposes and is not an active hiring opportunity. By submitting your application, you are expressing interest in potential future Project Employee openings within the Basketball Operations team. We will keep your information on file and may contact you if a suitable position becomes available.
Position Summary:
The Courtside Administrator (CA) is a game night position that will work closely with the Basketball & Referee Operations Department related to instant replay related matters. The CA will work in-arena and be positioned at the scorer's table with the main responsibility of watching live action and communicating replay reviews and results between the NBA Replay Center and other in-arena parties. These results include scoring changes made by the Replay Center as well as flagging actual or potential replay situations, operational situations and additional tasks. The CA will have no decision-making capabilities but will be the primary facilitator between in-arena and the Replay Center.
Major Responsibility:
Communicate to on-court referees, PA Announcer, Broadcasters and Statisticians of any scoring changes made via the Replay Center and assisting in the explanation of any additional replay reviews Inform on-court referees of how many free throws are to be assessed when a foul occurred in proximity of the three-point line (as instructed by the Replay Center)
Identify/communicate to the Replay Center actual or potential replay situations or triggers
Replay monitor management (pregame, during reviews, etc.)
Assist and communicate with on-court referees while they conduct replay reviews courtside
Activate coaches challenge light (potential new rule for 2019-20 season)
Miscellaneous pregame requests
Required Skills/Knowledge:
Superior level of basketball knowledge, and clear understanding of NBA game rules, including replay triggers Good communication skills, in both listening and understanding instructions, as well as being able to clearly articulate information between multiple parties
Ability to maintain composure and to work quickly and thoughtfully in high-stress situations
Basic knowledge of NBA officiating terminology
Precise and detail oriented approach to all tasks
Must display a passion for the game of basketball
Education:
College degree preferred, but not required.
Salary Range:
$300/daily
Job Posting Title:
ProjectEmployees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical; short-term disability; mental health coaching/therapy; and sick time.
Eligibility Note: Not all positions are eligible for these benefits; eligibility may vary by role.
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About the NBA
The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball. Built around five professional sports leagues: the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League, the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 214 countries and territories in 60 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents. NBA rosters at the start of the 2024-25 season featured a record-tying 125 international players from a record-tying 43 countries. NBA Digital’s assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass. The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with more than 2.3 billion likes and followers globally across all leagues, team and player platforms. NBA Cares, the NBA’s global social responsibility platform, partners with renowned community-based organizations around the world to address important social issues in the areas of education, inclusion, youth and family development, and health and wellness.
Superior basketball knowledge, NBA rules and replay understanding, strong communication, composure in high-stress situations, officiating terminology knowledge, and a precise, detail-oriented approach.
Key Responsibilities
- communicating reviews
- monitoring replays
- assisting referees
Job Details
- Category: Business Operations
- Seniority: No Prior Experience Required
- Commitment: Part Time, Temporary
- Workplace: Remote — New York City, New York, United States
- Salary: USD 78,000 – 78,000 / year
- Languages: English
About NBA
A global sports and media organization that operates professional basketball leagues and connects people through basketball. — Industry: Media and Communications