Project Employee, Stats Auditor
WORK OPTION: [[In-Office]]
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This is a temporary position with an expected duration not to exceed (10) months
Position Summary:
This position will be responsible for monitoring the stats system on a nightly basis, confirming stats lines, and notifying in-arena crews of discrepancies.
Major Responsibilities:
• Verify the accuracy of the live stats system confirming each stat line
• Notify courtside statistician of discrepancies
• Become the primary statistician if the courtside stats feed fails
Required Skills/Knowledge:
• Superior level of basketball knowledge
• Clear understanding of NBA game rules
• Strong computer and technical skills
• Excellent communication skills and active listening skills
• Precise and detail oriented approach to all tasks
• Playing and/or officiating basketball
• Basketball video analysis
• Must display a passion for the game of basketball
Educational Background:
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
Salary Range: $25.00/Hourly
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About the NBA
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