Athletics Compliance Coordinator

Position Announcement

Under the direction of the Associate Athletic Director – Compliance, the Athletics Compliance Coordinator assists with the oversight of Utah Tech University compliance with NCAA policies and procedures for recruiting, admissions, financial aid, and all other aspects of NCAA rules and regulations. Information about the Athletics Compliance Coordinator can be found online at https://utahtechtrailblazers.com/.

Responsibilities

• Ensure institutional compliance with NCAA Division I, conference, and university rules and regulations related to recruiting, initial and continuing eligibility, admissions, financial aid, housing, transfer requirements, and the health and well-being of student-athletes.
• Design, implement, and continuously enhance compliance strategies, processes, and monitoring systems to support high-volume, multi-sport athletics programs and associated support services.
• Serve as the primary administrator responsible for the oversight and monitoring of NCAA Division I Bylaws 11, 13, and 17 (Conduct and Employment of Athletics Personnel, Recruiting, and Playing and Practice Seasons).
• Oversee the implementation, management, and department-wide utilization of Teamworks and other compliance technology platforms to ensure accurate tracking, documentation, and reporting.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive rules education programming for coaches, student-athletes, staff, boosters, and campus partners.
• Support the preparation, documentation, and submission of waiver requests, interpretations, and case materials to the NCAA and conference offices.
• Prepare, maintain, and regularly update compliance manuals, policies, procedures, and operational guides to reflect current legislation, case precedent, and institutional practice.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Position Announcement

Under the direction of the Associate Athletic Director – Compliance, the Athletics Compliance Coordinator assists with the oversight of Utah Tech University compliance with NCAA policies and procedures for recruiting, admissions, financial aid, and all other aspects of NCAA rules and regulations. Information about the Athletics Compliance Coordinator can be found online at https://utahtechtrailblazers.com/.

Responsibilities

• Ensure institutional compliance with NCAA Division I, conference, and university rules and regulations related to recruiting, initial and continuing eligibility, admissions, financial aid, housing, transfer requirements, and the health and well-being of student-athletes.
• Design, implement, and continuously enhance compliance strategies, processes, and monitoring systems to support high-volume, multi-sport athletics programs and associated support services.
• Serve as the primary administrator responsible for the oversight and monitoring of NCAA Division I Bylaws 11, 13, and 17 (Conduct and Employment of Athletics Personnel, Recruiting, and Playing and Practice Seasons).
• Oversee the implementation, management, and department-wide utilization of Teamworks and other compliance technology platforms to ensure accurate tracking, documentation, and reporting.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive rules education programming for coaches, student-athletes, staff, boosters, and campus partners.
• Support the preparation, documentation, and submission of waiver requests, interpretations, and case materials to the NCAA and conference offices.
• Prepare, maintain, and regularly update compliance manuals, policies, procedures, and operational guides to reflect current legislation, case precedent, and institutional practice.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required. Graduate degree preferred.
• At least 6 months to two years minimum of NCAA Compliance work experience, at the Division 1 level required.
• Experience with implementing experience with Compliance Assistant and Teamworks (both NCAA compliance tools/programs) preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interact well with a wide range of people, from student athletes to academic administrators.
• Knowledge of intercollegiate athletics policies and procedures, both within Utah Tech University and with NCAA, as well as the ability to stay abreast of any NCAA regulation changes that require changes to campus policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail and to switch-task between competing priorities and multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work flexible hours during peak athletic seasons and compliance-related deadlines.

Supplemental Information

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time overtime-exempt staff position. Annual salary of $50,000 depending on qualifications and experience. Desired start date of February 2026. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents, as well as paid holidays in addition to sick and vacation leave accruals. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/e... under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins January 5, 2026 . Submit application materials (including resume contents and contact information for three professional references) and upload a cover letter electronically. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities in order to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office at (435) 652-7520.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 13,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including doctoral, masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered, who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the University’s mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to equal opportunity within its employment programs and activities. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University’s non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Equal Opportunity Compliance / Title IX Coordinator: Hazel Sainsbury - titleix@utahtech.edu, HCC 579, 435-652-7747.
• Deputy Title IX Coordinator: Brenda Medrano - titleix@utahtech.edu, BROWN 102, 435-879-4769.

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://titleix.utahtech.edu/ or contact:

• U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, ocr@ed.gov, 800-421-3481.
• U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, ocr.denver@ed.gov, 303-844-5695.

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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification.

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