Florida Gulf Coast University

Florida Gulf Coast University

General Manager, Athletics

Main Campus, USA · Full-time

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Entry-level history60
PERM / green-card track50
Fits your clock70

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About the role

  • The position uses financial, market, recruiting, and performance data to inform roster construction and player personnel decisions
  • The General Manager also identifies opportunities to modernize basketball operations through analytics, technology, and emerging practices.
  • Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

Responsibilities

  • Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
  • Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.
  • The General Manager, Athletics provides strategic support to FGCU Athletics and coaching staff in roster management, revenue sharing, recruiting, budget management, and basketball operations.
  • The position uses financial, market, recruiting, and performance data to inform roster construction and player personnel decisions; develops relationships with agents and recruiting networks; supports student-athletes pursuing professional opportunities; and ensures activities align with NCAA, ASUN, and University requirements.
  • FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration.
  • We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action.
  • Provides strategic analysis and support for roster construction, revenue-sharing allocation, scholarship management, and long-term roster planning.
  • Provides guidance and support related to NCAA transfer portal strategy, roster timing, eligibility, and applicable revenue-sharing requirements.
  • Tracks player development and provides data-informed analysis to support student-athlete and team performance.
  • Provides timely information, analysis, and recommendations to the Director of Athletics, Deputy Athletics Director, and coaching staff to support informed decision-making.

Requirements

  • Experience in sport operations (coaching, managing, and/or playing) at the collegiate or professional level.
  • Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
  • Valid driver's license and the ability to travel throughout the country.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Business, Economics or related field.
  • Experience in financial management, budgeting, or related financial operations.
  • Experience with contract negotiation.
  • Experience working with sports or entertainment agents.
  • Experience working with data analytics and/or AI.
  • Experience in basketball operations at the collegiate or professional level.
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges with creativity.

Compensation

  • Manages and monitors roster budgets, salary-cap considerations, contracts, and related financial scenarios in collaboration with Athletics leadership and coaching staffs.

Benefits

  • This includes the requirement for self-reporting any possible rule violations and participation in the annual NCAA continuing education programs including passing the NCAA certification test, if applicable.
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