Vice President, Men’s Basketball

The Vice President, Men’s Basketball oversees all aspects of the Pac-12 Conference's men’s basketball initiatives, programs, and operations, including but not limited to scheduling, officiating, strategy, and championship execution. They act as the Pac-12 liaison for men’s basketball between coaches and staff, member institutions, and the NCAA, while supporting and driving strategic initiatives, branding, and revenue growth for the sport. This role requires a high level of discretion, analytical thinking, and the ability to effectively navigate complex situations. LocationThe Pac-12 office is based in San Ramon, CA. This position is open to remote candidates in the states of California, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Idaho, Texas, and Utah. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Strategic Planning and ExecutionCollaborate with the SVP, Deputy Commissioner to develop and execute strategic initiatives and long-term plans for continuous improvement of Pac-12 basketballMonitor progress toward strategic goals and provide regular updatesDirects the planning, logistics, and execution of the annual men’s basketball conference tournament Communication and LiaisonServes as the primary liaison to league coaches, athletics directors, and the NCAA to address men’s basketball issues, legislative concepts, and trends. Facilitate communication between the SVP, Deputy Commissioner and various departments, ensuring alignment and clarity of objectivesDay-to-day contact with institutional directors of basketball operations, basketball event managers, and basketball scheduling administratorsServe as a liaison with communications and broadcast colleagues in support of further promoting and strengthening the Pac-12 men's basketball brandCollaborate and communicate with Conference women's basketball staff to assure equity and consistency in Conference policiesServe as day-to-day contact for key members of the Western Officiating Consortium leadership teamRepresent the·Pac-12 Conference at appropriate committees and eventsManage periodic basketball event manager conference callsProject ManagementAnticipate challenges and opportunities, offering proactive solutions to mitigate risk and drive growthProvide analysis and recommendations on key decisions, drawing upon data and insights from various sources Provide briefings on current industry issuesIdentify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to increase efficiencyCoordinate cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives effectivelyMonitor compliance with Conference men's basketball regulations and make suggestions to appropriate parties for changesSuggest NCAA legislation and rule changes to strategically position the Pac-12 on national issuesManage the development of the Pac-12 Conference men's basketball game and broadcast scheduling in accordance with guidelines and parameters, including Conference and non-conference broadcasting requestsMonitor men's basketball game grading and related officiating reportsCreate, edit, and distribute the annual Pac-12 Basketball Administration ManualAssist in selected women's basketball operations projects as requestedServe as Sports Manager for a to-be-determined Olympic sportContribute to weekly, quarterly, and annual business/stakeholder meetingsAssist with coordination of virtual and in-person meetings Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the SVP, Deputy CommissionerQualifications:Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related fieldSignificant experience in intercollegiate athletics administration, particularly in a conference office setting. Extensive knowledge of NCAA rules and DI basketball regulationsDemonstrated success in leading high-level projects, supervising staff, and managing budgets. Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal abilitiesDemonstrated ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of an organizationExceptional organizational and project management skillsHigh level of integrity and professionalism, with the ability to handle confidential information with discretionAdditional Requirements:Proven sense of urgency and ability to complete multiple tasks and assignmentsAvailability to travel as neededKey Relationships: Pac-12 SVP, Deputy CommissionerPac-12 Chief Operating OfficerPac-12 General Counsel University Stakeholders Pac-12 Athletic DirectorsPac-12 Head CoachesNCAA StaffOther Conference ColleaguesBusiness and TV Partners Other Conference Representatives and Key Stakeholders Pac-12 OverviewThe Pac-12 stands at a defining moment in its history. Founded in 1915, the league’s rich legacy of athletic and academic excellence spans over 100 years. Supported by world-class service and empowerment, Pac-12 student-athletes have earned more than 500 NCAA team championships. Now with a renewed and bold vision for its future, the Pac-12 has undergone significant transformation on its journey to launching a new collegiate athletics conference, custom-built for both the modern-day student-athlete and an evolving college sports landscape. Under the leadership of Commissioner Teresa Gould, the Pac-12 embarks on creating a new legacy, composed of nine member universities, a one-of-its-kind and state-of-the-art broadcast production facility in San Ramon, CA., and a reimagined commercial enterprise that is uniquely positioned to drive strategic partnerships, brand enhancement, revenue generation and other growth opportunities to unlock new and lasting value for both its member universities and its student-athletes. Currently composed of Oregon State University and Washington State University, the league will welcome seven new full members beginning with the 2026-27 season, including Boise State University, Colorado State University, California State University, Fresno, Gonzaga University, San Diego State University, Texas State University and Utah State University. COMPENSATION: The exact salary will depend on the successful candidate’s location, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.