Associate Athletic Director, Compliance

Position Department: Athletics Administration

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Overview:

The Associate Athletics Director for Compliance serves on the Athletics Cabinet, responsible for supporting the Vice President and Director of Athletics in implementing both day-to-day policies & processes related to NCAA, Conference and institutional rules compliance. This position will lead the departmental athletics compliance program by creating, maintaining and monitoring 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. Position is responsible for fostering a commitment to diversity and inclusiveness throughout all levels of the organization, including but not limited to, staffing and programming.

Position Department: Athletics Administration

Position Type: Staff Full-Time

Overview:

The Associate Athletics Director for Compliance serves on the Athletics Cabinet, responsible for supporting the Vice President and Director of Athletics in implementing both day-to-day policies & processes related to NCAA, Conference and institutional rules compliance. This position will lead the departmental athletics compliance program by creating, maintaining and monitoring 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. Position is responsible for fostering a commitment to diversity and inclusiveness throughout all levels of the organization, including but not limited to, staffing and programming.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains day-to-day leadership and oversight of the Office of Athletic Compliance.
• Serves as liaison between Department and University offices including Admissions, Financial Aid, Registrar/Academic Services, and Residence Life for purpose of ensuring compliance with NCAA, Conference and University rules and regulations.
• Oversees compliance with the NCAA and Conference rules and regulations relating to recruiting, eligibility, admissions, financial aid, practice and playing seasons, and awards & benefits.
• Conducts rules education and training program within Department of Athletics and across the University including disseminating new legislation information.
• Researches, disseminates and maintains a thorough and continual familiarity with all NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations.
• Ensures that athletic academic processes adhere to NCAA, conference and institutional rules and regulations.
• Oversees Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) program.
• Oversees the distribution, purchase, management and accounting for the department’s textbook program.
• Reports any violations to the President, Director of Athletics, Legal Affairs/General Counsel and Faculty Athletics Representative.
• Detects, investigates and documents possible NCAA violations/infractions. Assists with rule interpretations.
• Meets with the Vice President for Legal Affairs/General Counsel as needed, to discuss issues of Athletics Compliance, NCAA legislation, and other pertinent topics.
• Serves as the department liaison to the University Athletics Council, working directly with the Faculty Athletics Representative.
• Oversees and manages the student-athlete code of conduct and serves as liaison for department to Student Life for violations of university code of conduct.
• Serves as department liaison with the Office of Equity and Inclusion; serve department as a member of campus groups and committees dedicated to equity efforts across campus.
• Strengthens and builds upon institutional efforts to cultivate policies, practices, and structures that ensure an inclusive, equitable, and hospitable environment for student-athletes, staff, and coaches; develops strategies that advance the overall goals for diversity, inclusion and belonging for the athletics department.
• Leads efforts on the NCAA Diversity and Inclusion Review Framework; engages campus and athletic department partners to complete review on an annual basis; oversees the annual diversity and inclusion planning and reporting process, including tracking and reporting on all diversity and inclusion metrics and progress.
• Leads department efforts to create an environment of collaboration and equality in addition to providing programming, education and learning about all aspects of diversity and inclusion for student-athletes, staff and coaches.
• Completes administrative tasks for the Department of Athletics, including: • Prepares NCAA, conference, and University forms and reports. • Maintains relevant computer databases and records. • Represents athletics at various conference, community and university functions or events, in absence of the Director of Athletics. • May serve as game management administrator for selected events. • Assists the Director of Athletics in special projects. • Works directly with Athletics Cabinet on planning and execution of strategic initiatives for department. • Supports department in the establishment and implementation of departmental policies and procedures, goals and objectives. • Performs other duties as assigned.
• Reporting structure: The position has a dotted-line reporting structure. The position reports directly to the Vice President and Director of Athletics on all compliance-related matters in his/her capacity as Athletics Compliance Officer. The position also has a “dotted-line” reporting to the General Counsel, when necessary to escalate compliance or other risk management concerns that cannot be resolved in collaboration within the athletics department. Tasks related to supervising: • Serves as supervisor for the Compliance and NIL Coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree with an emphasis on Sports Administration, Student Services, Higher Education Administration required. Masters or Juris Doctorate degree preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience in a collegiate athletics compliance or support services program and rules/regulatory issues.
• At least two years of administrative experience in intercollegiate athletics required; preferably at a NCAA Division I Level.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and/or weekends; some traveling required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Knowledge of and commitment to NCAA and University rules and regulations; ability to understand, interpret and provide regular compliance-related information sessions.
• Knowledge of NCAA Compliance Assistant, ARMS or other compliance software programs preferred.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively and tactfully with individuals of all levels; ability to work with a diverse group of students, coaches, faculty and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated solid planning, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated high personal and professional standards.
• Committed to the mission and core values of intercollegiate athletics.
• Excellent computer skills; ability to compile data, prepare, write and review reports.

Exemption Status: Exempt

Act 153 Clearance Required: Yes

Required To Pass a Motor Vehicle Report Check (If driving on behalf of the University): Yes

Required to Pass a Credit Check: Yes

Additional Posting Information: None

Special Applicant Instructions: None

Commitment to Diversity:

Robert Morris University is committed to increasing diversity in our community and actively pursues individuals from all backgrounds. Additionally, RMU complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provides equal opportunity in all educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.

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