Aberfeldie Jets Basketball Club is seeking a Casual Basketball Operations Lead to help run the day-to-day basketball operations of one of the largest junior domestic basketball clubs in the area.

This role is focused on the core operations of our domestic program, including player assessment, coach coordination, team formation, seasonal readiness, and the coordination of development programs, camps and basketball events. It is well suited to someone with strong basketball knowledge, sound judgement, coaching experience and the ability to work with volunteers, families and club leaders in a community sport environment.

What you'll be doing

As the Basketball Operations Lead, you will:

Coordinate player assessment processes for existing players, waitlist players and players seeking movement to higher teams

Maintain operational records and working files relating to player assessment, grading input, coach allocations and team formation

Work with Age Group Coordinators to prepare team lists each season

Coordinate the coach expression of interest process and support coach appointments

Run coach induction and early-season follow-up for recent coaches

Provide practical support to coaches and assist with training or assessment sessions where required

Coordinate the delivery of club development programs, including design, coordination and operational oversight

Support the planning and delivery of basketball camps, clinics, come and try sessions and other club events

Triage basketball operations queries from volunteers, coaches and team managers

Prepare recommendations and supporting information for more complex decisions or escalations

Work within club policies, approved processes and governance arrangements

What we're looking for

Strong knowledge of junior basketball, including player development, team grading and coach support

Experience in coaching,



basketball operations, team selection, player development programs or program coordination

Good judgement and the ability to assess players and support team placement decisions

Strong organisation skills and confidence working with spreadsheets, records and operational processes

Clear and respectful communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively with volunteers, committee members, coaches and families

A calm and practical approach in a busy seasonal environment

Commitment to child safety, fairness and inclusive community sport

Casual position, indicative average of around 15 to 20 hours per week during school terms, depending on the basketball calendar and club needs

Higher availability will be required in the lead-up to each season and in early season periods

Limited or no hours may apply during parts of the school holidays and Christmas shutdown

Some evening and weekend availability is required.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a thriving club, making a real impact in the community while working with a passionate,diverseand supportive team. If you have a keen eye for detail, enjoy problem-solving, and love keeping things organised, we'd love to hear from you!

About us

The Aberfeldie Jets Basketball Club is a long-standing and well-respected community sports club, dedicated to providing opportunities for junior players to participate in basketball. With a focus on fostering a positive and inclusive club culture, the Aberfeldie Jets participate in the Keilor and Broadmeadows Basketball Associations junior domestic competitions in addition to providing Jets skills development clinics for new and experienced players.

As part of our continued growth, we are expanding our basketball operations capability to better support players, coaches, development programs and the overall delivery of our domestic basketball offering.

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📌 Basketball Operations Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 Aberfeldie Jets Basketball Club
📍 Melbourne