Operations, Workflow Development

February 24, 2026

WORK OPTION: The NBA currently provides eligible employees the option of working remotely one day per week._________________Position Summary:This role supports Content Operations by building and optimizing workflow tools that improve efficiency, enhance data visibility, and reduce manual processes across content initiatives. The position focuses on developing scalable systems, maintaining shared datasets, supporting scheduling and resource tracking, and delivering clear reporting that informs operational decisions.Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Build and maintain workflow tools to streamline operational processes.</li><li>Support scheduling, tracking, and resource management workflows.</li><li>Clean, validate, and manage shared data environments.</li><li>Develop dashboards and recurring reports to monitor performance and costs.</li><li>Identify inefficiencies and implement automation solutions.</li><li>Troubleshoot workflow and data issues across systems.</li><li>Partner cross-functionally to translate operational needs into scalable solutions.</li></ul>Required Skills/Knowledge:<ul><li>Advanced proficiency in Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel for structured data management and reporting.</li><li>Strong understanding of workflow optimization and operational process design.</li><li>Experience working with datasets, including data cleaning and validation.</li><li>Ability to translate operational needs into scalable technical solutions.</li><li>Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.</li><li>Clear written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul>Preferred Experience:<ul><li>Experience building or supporting ETL processes (data extraction, transformation, and loading).</li><li>Working knowledge of APIs, JSON objects, and structured data feeds.</li><li>Experience with Google Apps Script, Python, JavaScript, or similar tools.</li><li>Familiarity with media workflows, scheduling systems, or high-volume content environments.</li><li>Strong understanding of the NBA landscape and general basketball knowledge.</li></ul>Educational Background Required<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree required</li></ul>Salary Range:$80,000 - $90,000Job Posting Title:Associate ManagerWe Consider Applicants For All Positions On The Basis Of Merit, Qualifications And Business Needs, And Without Regard To Race, Color, National Origin, Religion, Sex, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Alienage Or Citizenship Status, Ancestry, Marital Status, Creed, Genetic Predisposition Or Carrier Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Familial Status, Status As A Victim Of Domestic Violence Or Any Other Status Or Characteristic Protected By Applicable Federal, State, Or Local Law.The NBA is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. To safeguard our employees and their families, our visitors, and the broader community from COVID-19, and in consideration of recommendations from health authorities and the NBA’s own advisors, any individual working onsite in our New York and New Jersey offices must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA will discuss accommodations for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.About the NBAThe National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball. Built around five professional sports leagues: the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League, the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 214 countries and territories in 60 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents. NBA rosters at the start of the 2024-25 season featured a record-tying 125 international players from a record-tying 43 countries. NBA Digital’s assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass. The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with more than 2.3 billion likes and followers globally across all leagues, team and player platforms. NBA Cares, the NBA’s global social responsibility platform, partners with renowned community-based organizations around the world to address important social issues in the areas of education, inclusion, youth and family development, and health and wellness.

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