WNBA Referee Performance & Development Advisor

WORK OPTION: Remote

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Position Summary;
Reporting to the WNBA Referee Performance & Development Leader, the WNBA Referee Performance & Development Advisor will participate in all aspects of WNBA performance and development, including the training and evaluation of WNBA referees. During the WNBA season, the primary focus will be to enhance the overall performance of the WNBA referee staff by providing developmental feedback to referees. Additionally, the role will assist with off-season, pre-season, and in-season clinics, camps, and candidate evaluations for hire to the WNBA.

Major Responsibilities:

• Observe WNBA games In-Arena, Online, or on TV, as assigned, and complete evaluation forms for each official with video examples and developmental comments; observe G League games similarly as assigned
• Observe and identify notable plays, performance trends, deficiencies, and growth opportunities for officials; provide feedback in person, through REPs, and in writing based on observations and each official’s developmental goals
• Utilizing the Referee Engagement Performance System (REPS) to submit individual interactions and evaluations for each member of the crew 
• Review, analyze, and respond to plays submitted to the WNBA Team Inquiry Website
• Assist in day-of-game meetings/calls and post-game video breakdown when necessary
• Develop materials, deliver presentations, and provide other substantive support for various internal and external engagements, including department meetings, Head Coach Meetings, General Manager Meetings, Competition Committee Meetings, Referee Pre-Season Meetings, and special assignments
• Complete referee performance deep dives for regular season and playoff games as assigned
• Assist in the development of training curriculum, including REPS playlists, suggesting curriculum items, and conducting presentations as requested
• Participate in team, broadcast, and fan clinics as needed
• Participate in the hiring and playoff selection processes
• Contribute feedback and collaborate on the writing of WNBA referee midyear and end-of-year evaluations
• Attend various WNBA and Referee Operations events including but not limited to, Spring Head Coach’s Meetings, Fall CCM, W-RSPM, WNBA Pre-Season On-Court training events, G-League Winter Showcase, NBA Summer League events
• Participate in training activities in collaboration with Referee Operations and Human Resources to develop the necessary skills to be an effective Performance and Development Advisor

Required Education/Professional Experience:

• A minimum of ten years officiating professional-level basketball
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred

Required Skills/Knowledge Attributes:

• Extensive rules knowledge across the NBA, WNBA, and G League
• Proven ability to work independently and efficiently while traveling
• Exceptional attention to detail skills, especially related to business writing
• Strong communication skills in delivering performance messaging
• Ability to collaborate well within and across, multiple levels of the organization
• Public speaking and presentation experience 
• Familiarity with video tools for evaluation and development
• Working knowledge of basic computer programs including – Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook

Salary Range: 140,000 - 145,000 

Job Posting Title: Manager 

We Consider Applicants For All Positions On The Basis Of Merit, Qualifications And Business Needs, And Without Regard To Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Alienage Or Citizenship Status, Ancestry, Marital Status, Creed, Genetic Predisposition Or Carrier Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Familial Status, Status As A Victim Of Domestic Violence Or Any Other Status Or Characteristic Protected By Applicable Federal, State, Or Local Law.