Indiana Fever Basketball Analytics Manager

Pacers Sports & Entertainment is looking for a Basketball Analytics Manager who will work with the Indiana Fever basketball department to organize basketball data, build visualization / software tools, and provide analytics insights and reporting. We are looking for someone that not only has strong data and analytical skills, but has the ability to stay organized, balance multiple projects, and communicate effectively. This individual must have strong computer skills and the ability to maintain confidential information.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze and create statistical reports on the Indiana Fever and their opponents.
• Develop and build visualization tools and reports to streamline the decision-making process for the front office and coaching staff.
• Remain on the cutting edge with current analytical and data visualization technologies and techniques, providing coaches and staff with clear, actionable feedback.
• Utilize the latest statistical and machine learning techniques to provide predictive analysis supporting free agency, trade scenarios and the draft.
• Communicate results and findings to the basketball operations staff through presentations, written reports, and other tools.
• Provide insight and reporting into utilizing player tracking data, including but not limited to the official WNBA tracking data partner (currently Second Spectrum) and other programs as needed.
• Integrate scouting, analytics and historical comparisons to sharpen roster construction strategy.
• Establish systems and processes that ensure analytics and video are a part of daily decision-making.
• Innovate across all aspects of basketball operations.
• Support the gathering of additional data for ad-hoc analysis as needed.
• Collaborate on team projects and work autonomously on individual projects as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and excellent attention to detail when working with data.
• Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• In every position, each employee is expected to align with PS&E's mission and core values along with actively participating in company-sponsored community outreach programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Deep statistical expertise and experience with varied programming languages
• Strong experience with Bayesian analysis, artificial intelligence, and machine learning techniques
• Significant experience with statistical software packages
• Expertise in data mining and working with big data
• Data visualization experience is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively convey messages with a variety of different constituencies
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on detailed outcomes
• Self-motivated and goal oriented; high attention to detail
• Interest in and familiarity with basketball and its terminology
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and meet firm timelines
• Ability to work long hours on short notice, including nights and weekends as needed

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience working as a basketball data analyst at the collegiate or professional level is preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Knowledge of R, Python, Excel, SQL, data mining, data visualization, and data entry.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret instructions and reports. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from manager, analytics personnel, and primary decision-makers.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

PROBLEM SOLVING REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to make independent decisions and exercise discretion and independent judgment.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit
• Stand
• Walk
• Reach
• Lift
• Stoop / crouch
• Use a computer
• Speak, hear, and write

While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate and the noise level in the Fieldhouse / game environment is usually loud. The stress level may become high during certain times of the year.

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, gender identity, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Pacers Sports & Entertainment (PS&E), we are dedicated to delivering best-in-class sports and entertainment experiences while making a positive impact on our community. As the home of the Indiana Pacers, Indiana Fever, Noblesville Boom, Pacers Foundation, and Gainbridge Fieldhouse, we strive to exemplify our core values of Respect, Teamwork, Trust, Passion, and Excellence in everything we do. Our mission is to create memorable moments for our fans and foster a culture of inclusivity and excellence both on and off the court. Our purpose is Winning, Serving, and Entertaining.