Professional Basketball Scout

  NBA Franchise
  West Region
  Sports Services
  Posted/Updated: 08/07/19

Job Summary

*Scout*
Position Summary:

  • Evaluate prospective talent.
  • Required to attend assigned games and take comprehensive notes to determine if prospective players are talented enough
  • These notes inform each scouting report required for submission post-game.
  • Participate in scouting meetings and calls, which are organized throughout the year. 

Essential Functions:

  • Participate in Training Camp Scout Meeting
  • Discuss college schedule, top prospects, and receive Fall scouting assignments
  • Scout all assigned preseason or regular college games
  • Take notes at each game
  • Expand on notes and submit scouting report post-game to assistant
  • Reconvene with scouting department 
  • Reassess list of prospects
  • Receive Winter/Spring scouting assignments
  • Scout assigned games and brackets 
  • Scout pre-draft camps 
  • Scout pre-draft workouts 
  • Travel to provide input for Draft 
  • Analyze all eligible, prospective players and develop a ranked list of top 60 players
  • Attend summer league games 
  • Keep abreast of news and injuries for elite, up-and-coming players
  • Constantly review other statistical resources 

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Connections/insights required
  • College playing experience preferred

*We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.*



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