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ABOUT THE NBPA
The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) is the union for professional basketball players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Established in 1954, the NBPA’s mission is to protect and advance the rights of our players. They are the game.
The NBPA advocates on behalf of the best interests of all NBA players, including through negotiating collective bargaining agreements, filing grievances on behalf of players, and counseling players on benefits and educational and post-NBA career opportunities. Business opportunities for players are generated by PLYRS UNTD, the group licensing and partnership engine of the NBPA. With more than 80 active partnerships, PLYRS UNTD is dedicated to uncovering shared interests between players and leading brands to build more engaging collaborations.
The NBPA Foundation is dedicated to preserving the legacy of its members by supporting and assisting people, communities, and organizations worldwide. It spotlights and amplifies the global initiatives of professional basketball players, driving positive change through community building, charitable endeavors, and social entrepreneurship.
For more information, visit www.nbpa.com and follow @thenbpaon social.
ROLE: Facilities Coordinator
LOCATION: LA, Onsite
DESCRIPTION: As a Coordinator, Facility Operations on the Operations team for NBPA’s new basketball facility, you will be hands-on in supporting the day-to-day operations of the site, including monitoring facility conditions, coordinating repairs and maintenance, working directly with vendors, and providing on-the-ground support for events and member services.You will play a key role in ensuring the facility is clean, safe, organized, and fully operational, helping the Operations team deliver a seamless experience aligned with NBPA standards.
DEPARTMENT: Operations
REPORTS TO: Director, Facilities Operations
SALARY RANGE: $90K-$100K
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Support the day-to-day operations of the new basketball facility, ensuring all areas are clean, safe, organized, and fully operational
- Conduct regular walkthroughs of the new basketball facility to monitor court conditions, equipment, locker rooms, training areas, and common spaces
- Log, track, and manage maintenance requests, work orders, and preventative maintenance schedules using Monday.com
- Coordinate repairs and maintenance across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, and specialized athletic systems, ensuring timely resolution
- Work directly with vendors for cleaning, security, maintenance, and sports equipment services, tracking scope, timelines, and completion in Monday.com
- Maintain accurate operational records for the new basketball facility, including service logs, vendor documentation, checklists, and inspection reports
- Manage inventory, supplies, equipment, and maintenance materials, including procurement, storage, and restocking processes
- Assist with operational setup and breakdown for practices, trainings, events, and special programming hosted at the new basketball facility
- Support safety, access control, and compliance efforts, documenting incidents and follow-ups in Monday.com
- Serve as an on-site point of contact for leadership, escalating issues as needed and providing real-time updates
- Ensure all operational data and documentation related to the new basketball facility are consistently updated to support reporting, audits, and continuous improvement in Monday.com
- Support expense reconciliation and ensure timely, accurate submission of supporting documentation.
- Other duties as duties
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 1–2 years of experience supporting a facility, preferably in an operations, maintenance, or coordination capacity
- Local to Los Angeles area with the ability to work onsite five days per week, including overtime hours as needed to support operations and events
- General knowledge of facilities maintenance and repair, with the ability to perform basic hands-on tasks and assist with troubleshooting issues as they arise
- Demonstrated ability supporting mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, as well as coordinating vendors and sub-contractors to ensure work is completed to standard
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, and liaise effectively with vendors, staff, and leadership
- Resourceful and proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to identify issues early and support timely resolutions
- Excellent attention to detail, with a strong sense of facility safety, maintenance standards, and compliance
- Ability to lift 25–50 pounds as required for day-to-day facility and operational needs
- Flexibility to support variable schedules, including occasional after-hours or weekend support when necessary.
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working within a professional sports team or similar high-performance sports environment is preferred.
The NBPA will respond to those candidates whose qualifications are best aligned with the components of this job description and will continue to review resumes until the position is filled.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. The NBPA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid leave, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan with matching employer contributions.
The NBPA is an equal employment opportunity employer. The NBPA will consider all qualified applicants with no regard to the applicant’s race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, weight, disability, or any other status protected by Federal anti-discrimination law.
TO APPLY: CLICK HERE
ABOUT THE NBPA:
The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) is the union for professional basketball players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Established in 1954, the NBPA’s mission is to protect and advance the rights of our players. They are the game.
The NBPA advocates on behalf of the best interests of all NBA players, including through negotiating collective bargaining agreements, filing grievances on behalf of players, and counseling players on benefits and educational and post-NBA career opportunities. Business opportunities for players are generated by PLYRS UNTD, the group licensing and partnership engine of the NBPA. With more than 80 active partnerships, PLYRS UNTD is dedicated to uncovering shared interests between players and leading brands to build more engaging collaborations.
The NBPA Foundation is dedicated to preserving the legacy of its members by supporting and assisting people, communities, and organizations worldwide. It spotlights and amplifies the global initiatives of professional basketball players, driving positive change through community building, charitable endeavors, and social entrepreneurship.
For more information, visit www.nbpa.com and follow @thenbpa on social.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Senior IT Support Specialist serves as the primary on-site technology resource for the NBPA’s Los Angeles facility, ensuring seamless day-to-day IT operations and exceptional end-user support. This role is responsible for maintaining technology infrastructure, supporting staff and players, managing AV and event technology, and partnering closely with the New York IT team to deliver secure, reliable, and efficient technology services across both offices.
LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA
DEPARTMENT: IT
REPORTS TO: Director, IT Operations
SALARY RANGE: $125,000 - $130,000
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as the primary on-site IT resource for the Los Angeles facility, providing hands-on support across all technology systems
- Deliver white-glove end-user support for staff, players, and guests, including troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues
- Oversee day-to-day IT operations, ensuring all systems (network, Wi-Fi, printers, endpoints) are fully functional and optimized
- Manage and support conference room and AV technology, including displays, audio systems, and wireless presentation tools
- Coordinate setup, support, and teardown for events, meetings, and activations, including after-hours support as needed
- Support user onboarding and offboarding, including device provisioning, account setup, and access management
- Partner with NY-based IT leadership to implement and maintain IT standards, policies, and security practices
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and escalate issues related to network infrastructure, cybersecurity, and system performance
- Maintain inventory of IT assets and oversee equipment lifecycle management (procurement, deployment, replacement)
- Liaise with external vendors and service providers for installations, maintenance, and issue resolution
- Assist in documenting systems, processes, and support procedures to ensure operational continuity
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and user experience across the LA facility
- Provide remote IT support for the New York office, assisting with troubleshooting, system administration tasks, and project work
- Support cross-office initiatives and projects, ensuring alignment and consistency between LA and NY environments
- Act as a flexible IT resource, shifting between on-site support and remote responsibilities based on business needs
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5+ years of experience in IT support, IT operations, or help desk roles
- Strong knowledge of Mac and Windows environments, including hardware and software troubleshooting
- Experience supporting networking fundamentals (Wi-Fi, VLANs, switching, basic routing concepts)
- Familiarity with AV systems and conference room technology (e.g., Zoom Rooms, wireless presentation tools, displays)
- Experience with MDM platforms (e.g., Kandji, Intune) and device lifecycle management
- Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and/or Google Workspace administration
- Understanding of basic cybersecurity principles (MFA, endpoint protection, access control)
- Ability to troubleshoot independently and resolve issues efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter and operate independently, effectively managing responsibilities as the primary on-site IT resource
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability over systems, issues, and user experience
- Ability to adapt quickly and problem-solve in real time without immediate escalation
- Ability to effectively provide remote technical support across distributed teams
- Strong communication skills with a focus on customer service and professionalism
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Comfortable working on-site full-time with occasional evening or weekend support
The NBPA will respond to those candidates whose qualifications are best aligned with the components of this job description and will continue to review resumes until the position is filled.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. The NBPA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid leave, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan with matching employer contributions.
The NBPA is an equal employment opportunity employer. The NBPA will consider all qualified applicants with no regard to the applicant’s race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, weight, disability, or any other status protected by Federal anti-discrimination law.
TO APPLY: CLICK HERE
