Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance

National Collegiate Athletic Association; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading collegiate athletic association seeks a dedicated Compliance Officer to oversee compliance with NCAA and conference regulations. The successful candidate will implement monitoring systems, coordinate student-athlete eligibility, and educate on regulatory requirements while fostering positive relationships within the institution.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Commitment to the institution’s mission and vision.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure departmental compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional rules.
• Coordinate student-athlete eligibility certification and report violations.
• Develop and implement compliance monitoring systems.

Skills

Managerial skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Job description

Major Duties: •Oversee and ensure departmental compliance with all NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and policies. •Be knowledgeable and current with all applicable NCAA, conference, and departmental rules and regulations. Provide written updates and interpretations of current, new, and proposed NCAA/conference rules and regulations. •Develop and implement systems and procedures to ensure compliance and monitoring of all NCAA and conference rules. •Develop and coordinate pro-active a comprehensive rules education program for prospective student-athletes, enrolled student-athletes, coaches, faculty, staff, boosters, and other university constituents. •Identify and investigate potential NCAA and/or Lone Star Conference rules violations in accordance with departmental and university policy and report them accordingly. •Coordinate student-athlete eligibility certification in conjunction with the Faculty Athletics Representative Office of the Registrar and communicate eligibility information to the appropriate coaches. •Work with the Office of Financial Aid to monitor sport financial aid limitations and departmental scholarship budgets. •Coordinate the preparation and submission of Eligibility Lists and Financial Aid Forms as required by the NCAA and Lone Star Conference. •Provide information for and/or prepare reports for documentation submitted TO the NCAA and conference to include, but not limited to waivers, violations, revenue distribution, sport sponsorship and demographics, equity in athletics disclosure act, and APR/graduation rates. •Disseminate important compliance related information/materials from the department, conference, and NCAA to necessary staff members •Participate in ongoing professional development by attending conference compliance meetings, NCAA Regional Rules Seminars and/or NAAC conferences. •Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

• Commitment to the institution’s mission and vision
• Strong managerial and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with students, faculty, and staff in a professional manner
• Strong ability to multitask and problem solve
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Proficiency in a variety of computer applications
• Willingness to undertake innovative approaches
• Ability to develop positive relationships with a diverse student and staff population
• Ability to perform well under stressful conditions
• Ability to listen critically
• Ability to travel as required
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary