Video and Analytics Coordinator (Volleyball)

Job Summary

The Volleyball Video and Analytics Coordinator position is committed to the high performance and success of the Northwestern Women’s Volleyball program. This position directs both the technical and technological aspects of the Women’s Volleyball program, while providing operational support to the program as needed.

Specific Responsibilities

• Utilizing the software provided by the volleyball program in order to translate the objective and subjective physical aspects of performance into data pertinent to the comparative and analytical aspects of the sport of volleyball
• categorizing and configuring accumulated material in ways that are meaningful and relevant to improved performance for the student-athletes and to heightened strategic thinking for the coaching staff
• working closely with the coaching staff to analyze and provide accurate and beneficial scouting footage of opponents
• potentially training other individuals within the realm of these job responsibilities
• serving as a primary contact for the program with outside partners in the areas of statistical and creative software/programming
• directing all practice and match video operations for the program, including but not limited to video recording, video scheduling, coding, as well as monitoring and arranging for video exchange
• developing an understanding of the video networking systems within Northwestern facilities for the purpose of contributing relevant information and feedback for internal and external production partners
• Be available for team activities, recruiting functions and other volleyball related activities as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience

Minimum Competencies

• Demonstrate a high-level mastery of most or all of the following programs/software:
• Display a strong understanding of the sport of volleyball
• Possess critical thinking skills, evidenced by a high-level recognition of significant statistical relationships among collected data as it relates to the sport
• Exhibit excellent communication skills through ability to present and convey – both verbally and visually – the results of analyses in a method that is understandable and relatable to the coaching staff for practical application in both practice and competition settings
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to work efficiently on short deadlines
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and effectively interact and establish engaging relationships with a wide variety of constituents
• Physical requirements include but are not limited to: carrying equipment (up to 30 lbs), standing and sitting for up to 4 hours at a time, plane and bus travel, early and late work hours, up to 4 straight hours in front of a computer screen, walking up and down steps and stadiums

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to work in both the Mac and Windows operations systems preferred
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of the NCAA, CSC, Big Ten Conference and Northwestern University preferred

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay

Target hiring range for this position will be between $51,500-$55,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness

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Benefits

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