Director of Compliance

EXPIRED

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Governance and Compliance, this position is responsible for the day to day creating, maintaining, and monitoring of a compliant environment that results in clear institutional control of all athletic programs relative to Conference and NCAA legislation as required by NCAA Division I membership. Additionally, this position is responsible for providing interpretations to coaches and staff regarding NCAA legislation and creating rules education documents. This position will have a primary focus on initial eligibility and monitoring in addition to other compliance responsibilities.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures related to NCAA rules compliance and rules education for student-athletes, athletics staff, applicable university staff, and representatives of athletics interests.
• Complete and submit requests for waivers of NCAA and conference rules, where necessary.
• Maintain and execute a comprehensive, and dynamic NCAA rules education program for the University faculty, staff, coaches, boosters, and student-athletes.
• Research, write, and issue NCAA rules interpretations.
• Serve as the daily liaison with Transfer Admissions.
• Coordinate institutional monitoring program for assigned NCAA bylaw areas.
• Manage all aspects of scholarship awards (initial, renewals, reductions, non-renewals) as well as scholarship adjustments in conjunction with appropriate University and department offices.

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Governance and Compliance, this position is responsible for the day to day creating, maintaining, and monitoring of a compliant environment that results in clear institutional control of all athletic programs relative to Conference and NCAA legislation as required by NCAA Division I membership. Additionally, this position is responsible for providing interpretations to coaches and staff regarding NCAA legislation and creating rules education documents. This position will have a primary focus on initial eligibility and monitoring in addition to other compliance responsibilities.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures related to NCAA rules compliance and rules education for student-athletes, athletics staff, applicable university staff, and representatives of athletics interests.
• Complete and submit requests for waivers of NCAA and conference rules, where necessary.
• Maintain and execute a comprehensive, and dynamic NCAA rules education program for the University faculty, staff, coaches, boosters, and student-athletes.
• Research, write, and issue NCAA rules interpretations.
• Serve as the daily liaison with Transfer Admissions.
• Coordinate institutional monitoring program for assigned NCAA bylaw areas.
• Manage all aspects of scholarship awards (initial, renewals, reductions, non-renewals) as well as scholarship adjustments in conjunction with appropriate University and department offices.
• Serve as the NCAA transfer portal point of contact with student-athletes and external constituents.
• Work with the Assistant Registrar and Academic Support Services staff to maintain accurate academic database of approximately 600 student-athletes for purposes of certifying NCAA continuing eligibility.
• Responsible for the completion of any information required in the NCAA transfer portal.
• Develop and implement new processes and procedures as deemed necessary to enhance the overall function of the office.

Other Functions

Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned by the Athletic Administration.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2-4 years of NCAA compliance experience.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and athletic compliance procedures.
• Proficient in ARMS software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• High degree of integrity and confidentiality.
• Ability to interpret complex oral and written concepts.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to relate to a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff.

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

Master's degree.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Typical office environment.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

Salary Information

Level 26

PSU Hiring Ranges

Special Instructions to Applicants

Along with the application, please submit a resume and cover letter. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.

UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.