Associate Athletic Director for Compliance

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This position is designated as Exempt from the Human Resources Act (EHRA).

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UNCW

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UNCW

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Posting Details

This position is designated as Exempt from the Human Resources Act (EHRA).

Posting Details

​Benefits of Working at UNCW

Want to become a soaring

UNCW

Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.

Employees of

UNCW

are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at

UNCW

or any other university within the

UNC

System. In addition,

UNCW

covers the cost of tuition and fees for one

UNCW

course each summer session.

As a full time employee,

UNCW

also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.

We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy , and the employee assistance program , many of which are offered free of charge.

Hiring Range

Determined based on qualifications and/or experience.

Working Title

Associate Athletic Director for Compliance

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/35466

Vacancy Number

E1352

Position Number

2153

Location of Workplace

Main UNCW Campus

Home Department

Athletics - 25900

Division

Chancellor - 25000 Division

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

Compliance with the

NCAA

,

CAA

, and University rules and regulations is one of the primary responsibilities of the Department of Athletics, The Associate Athletic Director for Compliance provides direct oversight of the compliance program. This position will also act as a sport administrator and is responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and direction for assigned teams under the direction of the Deputy Athletic Director and

COO

.

Responsibilities Include:

Incorporate policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all

NCAA

,

CAA

, and university regulations.

Ensure compliance with intercollegiate athletics program reporting requirements and filings of all

NCAA

certification forms.

Coordinate investigations.

Educate student-athletes on adhering and abiding by the guidelines to remain academically and athletically eligible.

Develop and maintain strong internal and external working relations by educating, monitoring, and reviewing compliance efforts in order to ensure that

UNCW

meets the operating principles of

NCAA

membership.

Serve as a sports administrator, responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and direction for assigned teams under the direction of the Deputy Athletic Director and

COO

.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment with 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

6 to 8 years of related experience.

In-depth knowledge of

NCAA

regulations with practical, hands-on experience with applying Division I regulations.

Ability to think critically to interpret rules to fit various real-world situations

Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Required Certifications or Licensures

N/A

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The

UNCW

Department of Athletics sponsors 19 varsity sports and competes in the

NCAA

Division I as a member of the Coastal Athletic Association.

UNCW

Athletics primary purpose is to produce a competitive and successful sports program while abiding by

NCAA

,

CAA

and institutional rules and regulations.

UNCW

Athletics has a strong commitment to gender equity and diversity, while promoting a greater sense of integrity, leadership, sportsmanship and ethical behavior to the overall campus dynamic.

College/School Information

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability,

UNCW

offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students,

UNCW

offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-

BSN

program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned

UNCW

the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW

has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

EEO Statement

UNCW

does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. 

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

UNC

Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings

Special Notes to Applicants

PLEASE

NOTE

:

This position is open until filled

. This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the ‘Work History’ section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Months Per Year

12 Months

FTE

1.0 (40 hours per week)

Type of Position

Permanent

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions

Job Posting Date

03/06/2025

Posting Close Date

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity with UNCW? (2025)

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   • UNCW X Account (formerly Twitter)
   • UNCW Employee Referral
   • UNCW Instagram Account (UNCW_jobs)
   • UNCW Job Alert
   • Chronical of Higher Education
   • Glassdoor
   • Higher Ed Jobs
   • Indeed
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • North Carolina Job Network
   • Craigslist
   • Career Events/Job Fairs
   • Billboards/Marquee
   • Other

2. * If you selected "Other" to the question above, please explain how you found out about this opportunity. Enter N/A if not applicable.

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