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General Manager, Athletics

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LocationMain Campus
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityDirector
DepartmentAthletics
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 8, 2026 · 4w ago
Verified live2d ago
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Provides strategic analysis and support for roster construction, revenue-sharing allocation, scholarship management, and long-term roster planning
Manages and monitors roster budgets, salary-cap considerations, contracts, and related financial scenarios
Develops and maintains recruiting intelligence and talent databases across high school, transfer, international, and grassroots markets
Identifies and evaluates prospective student-athletes using film, data, rankings, market research, and risk assessment
Builds and maintains relationships with player agents, recruiting networks, professional organizations, and other talent sources
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
Supports student-athletes and coaching staff with professional opportunities, including draft processes, combines, G League, summer leagues, and professional workouts
Develops and utilizes analytics, data systems, and emerging technologies to enhance roster management, recruiting, player development, and basketball operations
Serves as a strategic liaison between coaching staff, Athletics administration, and appropriate campus partners
Monitors NCAA, ASUN, and University requirements and collaborates with appropriate Athletics personnel to ensure compliance with applicable rules and policies
Provides timely information, analysis, and recommendations to the Director of Athletics, Deputy Athletics Director, and coaching staff
Complies with all University, ASUN Conference regulations, as well as all NCAA rules and regulations
Remains current with all changes in NCAA, as well as changes to University, ASUN Conference rules and regulations regarding intercollegiate athletics
Self-reporting any possible rule violations
Participation in the annual NCAA continuing education programs including passing the NCAA certification test, if applicable
Skills
analytics
data systems
Job Summary
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. The General Manager also identifies opportunities to modernize basketball operations through analytics, technology, and emerging practices.
About the company
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. If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here.
Job Description
Typical duties may include but are not limited to:
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Provides strategic analysis and support for roster construction, revenue-sharing allocation, scholarship management, and long-term roster planning.
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Manages and monitors roster budgets, salary-cap considerations, contracts, and related financial scenarios in collaboration with Athletics leadership and coaching staffs.
•
Develops and maintains recruiting intelligence and talent databases across high school, transfer, international, and grassroots markets.
•
Identifies and evaluates prospective student-athletes using film, data, rankings, market research, and risk assessment to inform recruiting and roster decisions.
•
Builds and maintains relationships with player agents, recruiting networks, professional organizations, and other talent sources.
•
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.
•
Supports student-athletes and coaching staff with professional opportunities, including draft processes, combines, G League, summer leagues, and professional workouts.
•
Develops and utilizes analytics, data systems, and emerging technologies to enhance roster management, recruiting, player development, and basketball operations.
•
Serves as a strategic liaison between coaching staff, Athletics administration, and appropriate campus partners on roster, recruiting, financial, contractual, and operational matters.
•
Monitors NCAA, ASUN, and University requirements and collaborates with appropriate Athletics personnel to ensure compliance with applicable rules and policies.
•
Provides timely information, analysis, and recommendations to the Director of Athletics, Deputy Athletics Director, and coaching staff to support informed decision-making.
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In addition to the primary reporting relationship, this position maintains a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Compliance, Senior Associate Athletics Director and works collaboratively to support organizational priorities, operational objectives, and responsibilities within the Office of Institutional Equity & Compliance.
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Complies with all University, ASUN Conference regulations, as well as all NCAA rules and regulations. Remains current with all changes in NCAA, as well as changes to University, ASUN Conference rules and regulations regarding intercollegiate athletics. 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. Any violation of NCAA rules is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
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