Program Manager, Sports Data and Analytics
Dartmouth College

Posting date:

12/20/2024

Yes

1129171

Program Manager, Sports Data and Analytics

DP2

$80,000

Commensurate with experience

Not a Union Position

Not an SEIU Position

Exempt

Regular Full Time

12

40

Hanover, NH

Onsite only

No

n/a

No

The Program Manager for Sports Data and Analytics is a new position within Dartmouth College Athletics and Recreation. Reporting to the Executive Associate Athletics Director for Peak Performance, this role will lead the development and implementation of new Sports Analytics services within the Dartmouth Peak Performance (DP2) team-an interdisciplinary support team helping varsity student-athletes maximize their potential as students, athletes, and people during their time at Dartmouth. Additionally, it will provide data science support to existing sports science and performance technology service area.

This role requires frequent interaction with DP2, sport coaches and staff, athletics administration, campus and industry colleagues. The successful candidate will be responsible for working across these domains to create and manage data infrastructures, systems, and processes that elevate the health, performance and competitive excellence of Dartmouth's varsity athletics programs. This role requires advanced technical expertise in sports analytics and data science, strategic planning, project management, and adaptable communication, as well as the ability to apply these effectively in a high performance academic and athletic environment.

We're excited to announce a groundbreaking new role at Dartmouth that bridges sports, data, and innovation. While this type of position has become a staple in professional sports, Dartmouth will be one of the first NCAA institutions to bring it to college athletics. The Program Manager for Sports Data and Analytics will have the unique opportunity to build a sports analytics program from the ground up, leveraging Dartmouth's distinctive resources and environment.The successful candidate will thrive in a data-rich setting, taking on projects ranging from designing ETL processes and automating reporting tools to spearheading research in sports analytics and performance science. With Dartmouth's broad spectrum of varsity sports, they'll work directly with coaches, student-athletes, and interdisciplinary collaborators-including world-class faculty-to drive innovation.Reporting to an experienced leader with a background in MLB R&D, this role is perfect for someone with an entrepreneurial mindset, a passion for advancing competitive excellence, and the vision to build something truly unique.

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (statistics, computer science, economics, STEM, etc.)
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience leading data-driven projects on cross-disciplinary teams, preferably within a sports organization
• Advanced skills and proficiency in data analytics and computer programming languages and tools such as R, Python, SQL, and GitHub.
• Strong understanding of data architecture, ETL processes, and the ability to set up and manage efficient data infrastructures with diverse data sources.
• Excellent skills in data visualization with demonstrated experience creating reports, dashboards and other interactive tools (e.g., PowerBI, Shiny Apps).
• Strong quantitative reasoning and the ability to apply analytical skills to impact athletic performance and student-athlete development.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects, balance competing priorities, and drive projects to completion.
• A passion for sports, sports analytics, and teaching key principles of these to diverse learners.
• Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a larger integrated support team.
• Ability to work a non-standard work week which may include nights, weekends, and holidays

• Graduate degree sports analytics or related field
• Prior experience on a sports analytics or R&D team in a professional or Olympic sports environment
• Knowledge and/or prior working experience with athlete health and performance data sources
• Strong academic background (teaching or research) in sports science or sports analytics

Mariruth Graham

Mariruth.P.Graham@dartmouth.edu

Austin Driggers, Executive Associate Athletics Director for Peak Performance

Austin.R.Driggers@dartmouth.edu

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Preferred, but not required

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Interview process will comprise technical component.

Interview process will comprise technical component.

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/77090

Dartmouth Peak Performance Integrated Support Team

• Lead the vision and strategy for new Sports Analytics services within the DP2 team, aligning efforts to support the holistic health, wellness, and development of student-athletes.
• Provide data science support for the sports science and performance technology service area by developing a roadmap to a centralized health and performance data infrastructure that reflects best practices in ETL processes and improves usability for analysis and reporting.
• Drive innovation and quality improvement in data-driven processes across DP2 service areas, including sports science, sports medicine, strength and conditioning, sport and counseling psychology, leadership and mental performance, academic support, and career development.
• Evaluate and improve the quality and operational efficiency of existing reporting tools and systems.

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Varsity Sports Analytics

• Elevate competitive excellence by equipping varsity coaches and teams with data-driven insights, analysis, and recommendations in areas such as individual/team performance evaluation, game planning and strategy, recruiting, and student-athlete development.
• Manage and mentor student workers contributing to performance data and/or sports analytics projects for DP2 and varsity teams while driving sustainable growth of this group.
• Serve as an educator and liaison to keep coaches informed of developments in sports analytics in the broader landscape of their sports.
• Advise sport programs on integrating new and existing data streams into their operations, including third-party vendors where relevant.

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Organization & Administration

• Assist the athletics department with various data processes and projects related to admissions, academic progress, finance, recruiting, and other areas as needed.
• Contribute to the mission of the Kirsten and Eugene F. "Buddy" Teevens '79 Center for Peak Performance initiative by driving research and innovation in performance science, positioning Dartmouth as a leader in the future of holistic student athlete development and human performance.
• Cultivate collaborations with faculty, academic departments, and campus groups to advance the department's data analytics capabilities.
• Demonstrate and maintain detailed knowledge on NCAA, Ivy League, Dartmouth College, and department rules and regulations.

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned.