Athletics Compliance Officer

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Athletics is seeking a Director of Athletics Compliance to oversee the day-to-day NCAA compliance program across Division I. The role requires serving as the primary liaison for sport programs, guiding investigations, and delivering education on NCAA rules to coaches and staff.

The position emphasizes strong governance, roster management in Compliance + Recruiting, CA 2.0, and CAPS, plus involvement in NIL oversight and sports wagering rules education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 3 years NCAA Division I compliance experience.
• Master’s degree preferred; JD optional.
• Experience with investigations, reporting, and governance in NCAA compliance.
• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, databases.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary compliance liaison for assigned sport programs.
• Assist with investigation, documentation, and reporting of NCAA rules violations.
• Prepare and submit NCAA and Big 12 waivers.
• Develop, implement, and deliver a comprehensive rules education program.
• Research, analyze, and communicate NCAA rules interpretations to coaches, staff, and stakeholders.
• Develop, coordinate, and oversee sport-specific and department-wide compliance audits.
• Manage rosters and student-athlete eligibility records in Compliance + Recruiting, CA 2.0, and CAPS.
• Assist with NIL Go activities monitoring and oversight.
• Educate student-athletes, coaches, staff, and others on NCAA sports wagering rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Tech literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Juris Doctor

Tools

NCAA LSDBi

NCAA CA

Databases

Job description

Athletics Compliance Officer

The University of Utah, a member of the Big 12 Conference, is seeking applications for a Director of Athletics Compliance to maintain the day‑to‑day oversight of the University’s Division I NCAA compliance program.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary compliance liaison for assigned sport programs.
• Assist with the investigation, documentation, and reporting of NCAA rules violations.
• Prepare and submit NCAA and Big 12 Conference waivers.
• Develop, implement, and deliver a comprehensive rules education program for internal and external constituents.
• Research, analyze, and communicate NCAA rules interpretations to coaches, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Develop, coordinate, and oversee sport‑specific and department‑wide compliance audits.
• Manage team rosters and student‑athlete eligibility records in Compliance + Recruiting, CA 2.0, and CAPS, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of roster declarations.
• Assist the Executive Senior Associate Athletics Director for Governance and Brand Strategy with monitoring of NIL Go activities, including reviewing submissions, tracking compliance, and supporting institutional NIL oversight efforts.
• Educate student‑athletes, coaches, staff, and other constituents on NCAA sports wagering rules and regulations.

Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Associate Athletics Director for Compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree. Three (3) years combined athletics compliance experience at a Non‑Autonomy Five institution, conference, or at the NCAA National Office, or two (2) years of experience at an Autonomy Five institution or conference. Advanced legal degree can substitute for one year of experience. Progressive experience in an NCAA Division I compliance role; demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of NCAA rules, regulations, processes, interpretations, appeals and governance structure; demonstrated commitment to institutional control. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; excellent written and oral communication skills. Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate proficiency in commonly‑used technological processes such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, NCAA LSDBi, and NCAA CA.

Master’s degree in a related field preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Juris Doctor or Master’s degree. Successful completion of the NAAC Education Certification program; experience in compliance and student‑athlete educational programming at either an Autonomy Five institution, or Autonomy Five conference office; supervisory experience; proven experience in working with high‑profile intercollegiate sports programs.

A resume, cover letter, and three references are required and should be addressed to Delaney Reilly, Associate Athletics Director for Compliance.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (URS). Eligible new hires may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement. This position may require a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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