USA Volleyball · 1 day ago
Performance Analyst, Men's Sitting National Team
Edmond, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $65K/yr
4+ years expUSA Volleyball is the national governing body for various forms of volleyball in the United States. They are seeking a Performance Analyst for the Men's Sitting National Team to support elite athlete development and competitive readiness through advanced scouting, video, and statistical analysis.
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Responsibilities
Conduct in-depth analysis of top men's sitting volleyball teams for the Paralympic Games, World Championships, and Zone Championships
Maintain the team's opposition scouting database and video analysis libraries
Coordinate with World ParaVolley (WPV) classification and competition databases
Design and implement data collection protocols aligned with periodization plans
Attend MSNT training camps, competitions, and international events for real-time data capture and analysis
Manage athlete performance tracking systems, including wellness, readiness, and match/training data
Conduct individual athlete video review and feedback sessions
Educate athletes on interpreting performance data for self-directed improvement
Create athlete-friendly dashboards and reports that support individual development goals
Provide real-time statistical analysis during competitions
Deliver in-match tactical feedback to coaching staff
Conduct post-match video review sessions with athletes and coaches
Ensure all competition analysis deliverables meet program timelines
Support coaching staff with objective, data-driven evaluations during tryouts and selection camps
Provide performance profiles for prospective athletes and roster decisions
Track and analyze athlete progression to inform selection for major competitions
Collaborate with the Sitting National Team Development Program (NTDP) to identify and track emerging talent
Support NTDP camps with data collection and athlete evaluation as needed
Partner with athletic trainers, physical therapists, and sport scientists to monitor athlete health, workload, and recovery trends
Integrate performance data with medical and sport science information to provide holistic athlete monitoring
Secure Independent Contractor services and ensure contract terms are met
Collaborate across departments on shared USAV initiatives and performance improvement efforts
Coordinate with Women's Sitting National Team (WSNT) performance staff on shared tools, methodologies, and best practices where appropriate
Participate in USAV-wide performance analysis community of practice
Maintain and optimize performance analysis technology infrastructure
Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with USOPC data governance standards
Manage performance analysis technology budget, including software subscriptions and equipment
Maintain organized archives of scouting reports, match data, and analysis outputs
Create training materials for staff and athletes on analysis tools and systems
Drive innovation through exploratory data projects that enhance competitive performance
Leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning tools to enhance scouting, pattern recognition, and predictive analysis
Stay current with best practices in performance analysis, sport science, and AI applications in elite sport
Champion a culture of innovation within the program, identifying opportunities where technology can provide competitive advantages
Present performance analysis methodologies and findings at the AVCA Convention annually
Collaborate with USOPC High Performance and Team USA analytics community to advance data-driven practices across Paralympic sport
Contribute to the global development of sitting volleyball through sharing of noncompetitive performance insights with the international community
Provide monthly athlete performance summaries to coaching staff
Deliver annual presentation at AVCA Convention showcasing MSNT performance analysis initiatives
Actively participate in World ParaVolley and/or USOPC innovation and analytics working groups
Contribute to program's goal of podium finish at 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles
Other duties and projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Sports Science, Data Analytics, Kinesiology, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in high-level performance analysis, scouting, or data science in elite sports
Minimum of three (3) years working specifically in volleyball performance analysis
Demonstrate experience with live match coding and tagging software
Experience presenting technical information to coaches and athletes
Proficiency in volleyball-specific analysis platforms (e.g., DataVolley, VolleyMetrics, VolleyStation, Hudl)
Proficiency in statistical analysis tools (e.g., R, Python, Excel)
Experience with video editing and presentation software
Ability to design and maintain databases and data collection systems
Strong understanding of volleyball tactics, systems, and terminology at the international level
Knowledge of Paralympic classification systems and adaptive sport considerations
Familiarity with periodization, training load monitoring, and sport science principles
Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for coaches and athletes
Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining team connectivity
Collaborative mindset with commitment to team success
Must be able to obtain necessary travel visas for international competition
Maintain confidentiality of athlete data per USOPC and HIPAA guidelines
Must be able to successfully pass a USAV background screening (prior to hire date)
Must successfully complete Safe Sport training within two weeks of hire date. Training must be maintained throughout employment
Preferred
Master's degree in a related field
Prior experience working with a National Governing Body (NGB), USOPC, or an Olympic/Paralympic sport program
Experience supporting adaptive or Paralympic athletes and sport programs
Prior Paralympic Games, World Championship, or major games experience
Experience implementing AI/machine learning solutions in a sports performance context
Demonstrate the ability to build automated workflows using AI tools (e.g., computer vision for video tagging, generative AI for report drafting, predictive modeling)
ISPAS (International Society of Performance Analysis of Sport) membership or certification
Familiarity with athlete monitoring platforms (e.g., Catapult, Teamworks, Athlete 360, SportsCode)
Experience with custom coding frameworks (e.g., DataVolley coding windows)
Presentations or publications at sports science/performance analysis conferences
Second language proficiency (beneficial for international scouting)
Benefits
Paid Time Off (employees in the first 5-year mark will accrue 8 hours each pay period up to a maximum of 17 days )
Up to 15.5 paid holidays per year
403B retirement plan (currently matching up to 8%)
Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision) No monthly premiums are deducted for employee only health benefit. An opt-out rebate is provided for employees waiving USAV medical coverage should they already have coverage with a qualified group health plan
Parental leave
Robust EAP and wellness program
Employer paid life insurance
DEI, Social and Wellness Committees
Company
USA Volleyball
National Governing Body for the sport of volleyball in the U.S.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jamie Davis
President and Chief Executive Officer
Stacie Kearns
Chief Financial Officer
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