Associate Athletics Director, Compliance

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S3652P

Home Org Name

Athletic Compliance

Division Name

SVP, Legal Affairs & General Counsel

Position Title

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S3652P

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Home Org Name

Athletic Compliance

Division Name

SVP, Legal Affairs & General Counsel

Position Title

Associate Athletics Director, Compliance

Job Class Code

BA41

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Auburn University Athletics is recruiting for an Associate AD in Compliance!

This individual ensures that the University complies with current

NCAA

and

SEC

rules and regulations regarding member institutions and develops policies and procedures to ensure compliance with rules and regulations. Supervises the Athletics Compliance staff, leading as a compliance system subject matter expert, and offers counsel while interpreting rules and regulations for executive staff, faculty, and others as needed. This position will primarily support the football department within Auburn University Athletics.

Why should

YOU

consider a career with Auburn University?

Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years!

Competitive employee benefits + state retirement plan.

Tuition assistance for you and your dependents.

Generous leave policies (including paid parental leave!)

The satisfaction of knowing

YOU

are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.

Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn.

It’s a Lifestyle:

The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!

Our Commitment:

Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Essential Functions

Serves as a compliance system subject matter expert. Collaborates as a decision-making partner with the Senior Associate AD of Compliance and other senior leaders. Provides counsel, responds to questions, and interprets rules and regulations for executive staff, faculty, and others on an ad hoc basis.

Oversees, supervises, and fosters the development of the Athletics Compliance staff while ensuring the athletic staff is well-trained regarding compliance matters.

Provides counsel, guidance and scheduled formal training to coaches, staff members, and student athletes on

NCAA

and

SEC

rules and regulations.

Analyzes

NCAA

and

SEC

rules and regulations governing member institutions plus University institutional policies, develops specific procedures, and guides the implementation of these to ensure University compliance.

Leads high-profile sports programs to ensure compliance and provide advisory support, collaborating closely with senior leadership, coaches, and staff members.

Responsible for writing, making updates and keeps a current compliance policies and procedures manual on file for use.

Reviews ongoing University activities and plans, determines whether they are in compliance, and recommends changes and corrections as necessary.

Maintains close contact with

SEC

and

NCAA

offices to receive latest rules and regulations, to clarify interpretation as necessary, to assess impact on Auburn University athletic program and to represent Auburn University at

NCAA

and

SEC

conferences and meetings concerning institutional compliance.

Researches, prepares and validates various reports for assessing program effectiveness and presents briefings to committee members and senior executives to keep them informed about the program.

Oversees ongoing programs and activities of the unit and subordinate functional units through upper level management, planning, controlling, coordinating, negotiating, budgeting, counseling, advising others, and resolving problems.

Investigates potential

SEC

and

NCAA

violations by communicating with upper level management, University General Counsel and any external counsel assigned by the university.

Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (

NCAA

) and Southeastern Conference (

SEC

) regulations in the performance of job duties.

Supervisory Responsibility

Full supervisory responsibility for other employees is a major responsibility and includes training, evaluating, and making or recommending pay, promotion or other employment decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

| Minimum Qualifications |
- Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Administration, Management, Business Administration, or related field - 7 years of experience in administering a compliance program at the national or institutional level or enforcement program that includes interpreting and applying athletic rules and regulations set by NCAA and SEC. At least 1 year of experience supervising or leading staff. |

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
- Knowledge of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) rules and regulations. - Excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as problem-solving and trouble-shooting capabilities. - Demonstrated ability to maintain and develop personal contacts with outside groups, i.e. student-athletes, coaches, professional representatives, fans, media, donors, University community. - Ability to stay abreast of information impacting the affected area. | | Minimum Technology Skills | | | Minimum License and Certifications | |

Desired Qualifications

| Desired Qualifications |
- Experience working directly with a collegiate football program in a Power 4 conference |

Posting Detail Information

| Salary Range | $77,000-$138,600 | | Job Category | Legal | | Working Hours if Non-Traditional | 7:45a - 4:45p, M-F, nights and weekends as needed | | City position is located in: | Auburn | | State position is located: | Alabama | | List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position | | | Posting Date | 05/22/2024 | | Closing Date | | | EEO Statement |
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law. | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://www.auemployment.com/postings... |

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.

   • LinkedIn
   • AcademicKeys
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • DiversityJobs
   • HigherEdJobs
   • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • Indeed
   • RecruitMilitary
   • The Tuskegee News
   • Professional organization or journal
   • Veterans Assistance Services
   • Disability Assistance Services
   • State Employment Service
   • Social Media
   • AU Job Bulletin
   • Notified by an Auburn employee
   • College or university Career Services
   • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
   • Other

2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:

   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
   • Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
   • Not an Auburn or AUM employee

3. * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Sports Administration, Management, Business Administration, or a related field?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Do you have 7 years of experience in administering a compliance program at the national or institutional level or enforcement program that includes interpreting and applying athletic rules and regulations set by NCAA and SEC - with at least 1 year of experience supervising or leading staff?

   • Yes
   • No

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