Assistant Athletic Director, Compliance

About Us

 

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Do you want to cultivate an inclusive environment that encourages free expression and civil discourse? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

 

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.  

Job Summary

 

Provides primary support to department leadership with the evaluation, development, and execution of all athletics compliance-related activities. Advises on policy and/or protocol change, investigation of possible violations, and represents the compliance office in any matter as needed. Responsible for the supervision of assigned staff, setting goals, performance management, and providing feedback. Interacts, counsels and advises with student-athletes, coaches, staff, and external constituents.

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About Us

 

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Do you want to cultivate an inclusive environment that encourages free expression and civil discourse? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

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Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.  

Job Summary

 

Provides primary support to department leadership with the evaluation, development, and execution of all athletics compliance-related activities. Advises on policy and/or protocol change, investigation of possible violations, and represents the compliance office in any matter as needed. Responsible for the supervision of assigned staff, setting goals, performance management, and providing feedback. Interacts, counsels and advises with student-athletes, coaches, staff, and external constituents.

Responsibilities

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - 
1. Assists with the development, implementation, and updates to the Kennesaw State University (KSU) athletics compliance policies and procedures
2. Serves as a liaison to assigned sports, and institutional constituents on all NCAA compliance matters
3. Serves as the point person for assigned responsibilities surrounding Name, Image, and Likeness
4. Addresses violations of NCAA rules, KSU athletics regulations, or conduct that impact policies or the reputation of KSU
5. Monitors systems, policies and procedures to ensure adherence to University, conference, NCAA, and/or other governing rules and regulations
6. Provides oversight and plans the NCAA Rules Education Program for internal and external entities
7. Responsible for the supervision and performance management of assigned staff

Required Qualifications

 

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field.

Required Experience
Five (5) years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

 

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced or Juris Doctor degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Preferred Experience
Experience in Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) Division I athletics program.

Proposed Salary

 

The budgeted salary range is $73,160 to $78,000.  Offers are based on relevant experience. 

Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

 

ABILITIES
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines.

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, JumpForward, ARMS, INFLCR, Teamworks, NCAA My Apps [Legislative Services Database, Requests/Self Reports, Eligibility Center, etc.])
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

 

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Equal Employment Opportunity

 

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

Other Information

 

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

 

• Standard Enhanced
• Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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