Men's Basketball Director of Scouting

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.

Job Posting Title:

Men's Basketball Director of Scouting

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSUAM Athletics - Ops - Ops - Mens Basketball (Matthew Joseph McMahon (00075147))

   

Work Location:

0301 Moran Family Ctr for Athletic Admin

   

Pay Grade:

Professional

   

Job Description:

The Men's Basketball Director of Scouting is responsible for managing all aspects of film and video operations within the program. This includes filming and editing practice and game footage, creating highlight and promotional content, and coordinating opponent scouting materials. The role supports the coaching staff with detailed video breakdowns and analytics to enhance player development, recruiting, and game strategy. The position also assists with on-campus recruiting activities and the creation of multimedia presentations and graphics. Additionally, this role oversees student and graduate assistant staff and performs other duties as assigned.

50% Oversees all responsibilities for film and video for the men’s basketball program, to include videotaping all practice and game footage, editing, duplicating, and creating highlight and promotional materials; Coordinates the production of opponent and self-scout cutups; Coordinates the film exchange program; Prepares video edits and breakdowns for coaches at the end of practice and games.

10% Assist with planning and organizing on-campus recruiting activities. Creates recruiting presentations for coaches before each recruiting visit.

10% Assists with managing analytics database; uses analytical data to enhance player development, recruiting, and in-game strategy; manages all programs feeding into the database; provides development plans for players.

10% Creates/Edits Highlight videos for team and individual players as requested by staff; Assists with design of social media and recruiting graphics.

5% Oversees Graduate Assistants and Student staff.

5% Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the creation of a respectful culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with three years experience in a collegiate athletic environment. LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Experience videotaping, editing and duplicating athletic events.  Experience with SportsCode video software.

Special or Physical Qualifications:

Ability to work extended days, nights and weekends.  Travel is required.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

   

Posting Date:

July 9, 2025

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

July 16, 2025

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

   

Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

HCM Contact Information: