Project Employee, Courtside Administrator

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This is a temporary position with an expected duration not to exceed (10) months. 

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:

Employees 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.

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.

The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, and in consideration of recommendations from health authorities and the NBA’s own advisors, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.

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.