Assistant AD, Athletics Eligibility

EXPIRED

PAY GRADE: 29E

CONTEXT OF THE JOB:

The Assistant Athletic Director (AD), Athletics Eligibility at the University of Delaware is a valued member within the University and Department of Athletics, Community & Campus Recreation (DACCR), upholding and embracing the departmental mission of “Achieving Excellence Together”. The Assistant AD reports directly to the Senior Associate Athletic Director (AD), Governance and Compliance. The Assistant AD coordinates admission and eligibility for student athletes and serves as the coordinator of university efforts between DACCR, University Registrar’s Office, Center for Global Programs and Services and Admissions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

PAY GRADE: 29E

CONTEXT OF THE JOB:

The Assistant Athletic Director (AD), Athletics Eligibility at the University of Delaware is a valued member within the University and Department of Athletics, Community & Campus Recreation (DACCR), upholding and embracing the departmental mission of “Achieving Excellence Together”. The Assistant AD reports directly to the Senior Associate Athletic Director (AD), Governance and Compliance. The Assistant AD coordinates admission and eligibility for student athletes and serves as the coordinator of university efforts between DACCR, University Registrar’s Office, Center for Global Programs and Services and Admissions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Directs the initial eligibility process of all incoming UD prospective student-athletes in accordance with NCAA, conference, and UD bylaws and policies/procedures.

· Serves as the primary athletics liaison to the UD admissions office and NCAA Eligibility Center. Prepares appropriate information, as needed, to UD coaches and staff related to NCAA initial eligibility requirements, UD undergraduate or graduate admissions requirements, pre-enrollment, orientation, transfer rules under NCAA and UD policies or procedures, pre-enrollment amateurism requirements for the NCAA, and eligibility reports.

· In partnership with the UD Registrar’s Office, Student Services for Athletes counselors, and the Athletic Compliance office, provides information and assists with managing the eligibility certification process for all UD student-athletes.

· Assist with NCAA mandatory reports (e.g. APR, GSR).

· Communicate with coaches, academic and compliance staff daily regarding tracking of recruited prospective student-athletes and evaluation of any potential deficiencies, challenges and/or concerns with a prospective student-athlete’s initial eligibility.

· Ensure that all transcript and initial eligibility information is updated in compliance software daily.

· Serves as the primary athletics liaison to the Center for Global Programs and Services (CGPS) for prospective international student-athletes and communicates with UD coaches, staff, and compliance regarding CGPS and immigration requirements for admission and enrollment.

· Meets with prospective student-athletes to discuss initial eligibility and admissions requirements. Respond to questions from prospective student-athletes and present rules

education to coaches and staff regarding changes in NCAA initial eligibility regulations or University of Delaware admissions standards or requirements.

· Attend applicable NCAA and conference meetings and stay updated on relevant NCAA or conference legislation.

· Assist in preparing various NCAA reports.

· Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field plus three to five years’ experience in Division I NCAA compliance, University Admissions, University Registrar’s office or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of co

· Demonstrates an understanding and consideration of the differing needs and concerns of individuals with varying identities, cultures, and backgrounds.

· Committed to fostering a workplace culture of belonging, where diversity is celebrated, and equity is a core value.

· Ability and desire to perform assigned work with the utmost accurate detail – oriented work, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize tasks as assigned, and maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor.

· Ability to understand, comply with, and enforce NCAA, conference and University rules and regulations.

· Ability to foster a cooperative environment.

· Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions.

· Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

· Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed.

· Ability to display high integrity at all times

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience in the NCAA Division I compliance office or student-athlete services office.

· Experience using NCAA software applications (EC, Academic Portal, Transfer Portal).

· Experience using ARMS and Teamworks.