Senior Associate AD for Internal Operations - Compliance

The Senior Associate AD for Internal Operations and Compliance for internal operations and compliance provides senior level leadership and support to the internal operations and overall athletic department. Responsibilities will include successful execution in planning, development, and coordination of all aspects of the internal operations. This position will oversee and coordinate internal functions including academic advising, retention, business operations, and NCAA Rules Compliance. A primary function of this role is to support the NCAA Rules Compliance office, including certification of NCAA eligibility, rules compliance monitoring, and rules education.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience
● Collegiate administrative experience, preferably three years or more working in NCAA Rules
Compliance.
● Familiarity with LSDBI (NCAA resource website)
● Working knowledge and familiarity with academic advising and retention.
● Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing a unit or staff.
● Strong knowledge or understanding of NCAA Rules Compliance at the Division II level
● Familiarity working with Teamworks/ARMS, Degree Works, Banner preferred 

Education
● Bachelor's Degree / Masters Preferred
Licenses/Certifications/Credentials
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position will oversee the internal operations areas and staff including academic support, academic advising, compliance, as well as graduate assistant and student intern roles. The position will also provide sport administrative support to assigned sports.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Senior Associate AD for Internal Operations and Compliance for internal operations and compliance provides senior level leadership and support to the internal operations and overall athletic department. Responsibilities will include successful execution in planning, development, and coordination of all aspects of the internal operations. This position will oversee and coordinate internal functions including academic advising, retention, business operations, and NCAA Rules Compliance. A primary function of this role is to support the NCAA Rules Compliance office, including certification of NCAA eligibility, rules compliance monitoring, and rules education.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience
● Collegiate administrative experience, preferably three years or more working in NCAA Rules
Compliance.
● Familiarity with LSDBI (NCAA resource website)
● Working knowledge and familiarity with academic advising and retention.
● Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing a unit or staff.
● Strong knowledge or understanding of NCAA Rules Compliance at the Division II level
● Familiarity working with Teamworks/ARMS, Degree Works, Banner preferred 

Education
● Bachelor's Degree / Masters Preferred
Licenses/Certifications/Credentials
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position will oversee the internal operations areas and staff including academic support, academic advising, compliance, as well as graduate assistant and student intern roles. The position will also provide sport administrative support to assigned sports.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

● Provide oversight of the overall internal strategy to plan and coordinate with key internal units including academic success and retention, advising, compliance, business operations, and student-athlete development.
● Responsible for leading the compliance office including developing systems and procedures for certification of eligibility, monitoring NCAA rules and regulations, and rules education.
● Utilize Teamworks / ARMS to monitor NCAA rules compliance.
● Coordinate and serve as a liaison with the eligibility certification team to ensure timely review and certification of eligibility check lists.
● Coordinate the completion and submission of mandatory NCAA reports working with
Institutional Research including the Academic Progress Census Report, Graduation Rates.
● Serve as the point of contact with the conference office and NCAA on all matters related to eligibility, waivers, reporting, etc.
● Provide interpretation of NCAA rules and regulations as requested; requests interpretations from the conference and the NCAA office.
● Investigate and report NCAA rules violations as necessary.
● Serve as a liaison with admissions, financial aid, registrar, and IT
● Represent the athletic department on campus, conference, and NCAA committees on occasion.
● Lead and coordinate the campus Compliance Committee.
● Serve as a member of the Intercollegiate Athletics Committee.
● Serve on the executive leadership team and assist with developing and executing the strategic priorities for the athletic department.
● Provide sport oversight as requested by the Director of Athletics.
● Supervise compliance staff, interns, student workers, and graduate assistant staff members.
● Perform other administrative duties as assigned.
●Follow the guidance and direction of supervisor(s).
●Demonstrate respectful, ethical, responsible behavior.
●Abide by the University’s policies, procedures, and rules.
●Perform employee responsibilities as detailed in employee handbooks and policies.
●Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
●Other duties, including special projects, as required or assigned.
This role serves as a Title IX Responsible Employee.  Yes
This role serves as a Campus Security Authority. Yes 
This role requires a clean or acceptable driving record.   Yes
This role is considered Essential (see Extreme Weather Policy for definition).  No

COMPETENCIES/OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

● Effective Leadership Skills
● Strong mentoring Skills
● Strong written and verbal communication skills
● High level of emotional intelligence
● High Character
● Creative thinking and problem-solving skills
● Collaborative leadership style
● Growth mindset and desire to continuously improve
● Detail oriented and strong planning and organizational skills
● Ability to develop, adapt, and institute compliance systems

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