Prairie View A&M University

Job Title

Associate Athletic Director (Athletic Compliance)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Compliance

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,848.59 monthly

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Associate Athletic Director, Compliance will have responsibility for supervising all areas of Prairie View A&M University's comprehensive NCAA compliance program, including: rules education, monitoring, financial aid, interpretations of NCAA Bylaws and investigating and reporting of potential NCAA and Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) rules violations. Has oversight of NCAA reporting, internal and external compliance audits and additional conference requirements. Also serves as a liaison to specific campus committees tied to athletics compliance.

This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletics Department's Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the SWAC and the NCAA. This position reports directly to the Chief Compliance Officer with a dotted line to the Athletics Director and is a member of the athletics leadership team.

This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

Responsibilities:

Comprehensive Oversight of the Office of Compliance Services

• Maintain a comprehensive NCAA compliance program for student-athletes, athletics staff, University donors/boosters, and campus partners. Collaborate with the Office of Financial Aid, Registrar's Office and the Faculty Athletic Representative to ensure alignment with NCAA and SWAC Conference regulations. Provide daily oversight and direction for the Office of Athletic Compliance staff.
• Lead the execution of a robust rules education program for varying audiences, including but not limited to, student-athletes, prospective student-athletes, coaches, athletics administrators, university personnel, donors and alumni.
• Serve as the department's legislative expert, staying current on NCAA, SWAC and PVAMU rules and regulations. Facilitate the university's position on proposed NCAA legislation in partnership with the President, Chief Compliance Officer, Athletics Director, and Faculty Athletic Representative. Attend and present at regional and national seminars.
• Lead investigations and reporting of NCAA violations, and prepare waiver and petition requests. Serve as a key liaison for the Campus Athletic Appeals Committees. Collaborate with academic leadership on matters of academic integrity.

Direct Sport Program Compliance Support

• Collaborate with 18 sport programs to ensure adherence to NCAA rules and regulations. Oversee compliance monitoring systems related to recruiting activities, including social media, contacts, evaluations and campus visits. Provide hands-on support by traveling with high-profile teams.

Interpretations

• Provide accurate interpretations of NCAA, Conference and institutional rules and regulations, using research and national collaboration. Oversee and guide the compliance staff's interpretations, maintaining a comprehensive interpretation database to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Leadership Staff Member

• Serve as a member of the Athletic Director's leadership staff. Offer strategic compliance insight in high-level decision-making.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Four years of experience in compliance at a Division I institution, at a Division I intercollegiate athletics conference office or at the NCAA or SWAC headquarters, including management experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• General knowledge of NCAA rules. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with NCAA Compliance Assistant (CAi) and Legislative Services Database (LSDBi) and eligibility center.
• Experience with ARMS/Teamworks and monitoring software.
• Ability to counsel students and parents in NCAA legislative matters.
• Strong knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations.
• Ability to supervise staff.

Job Posting Close Date:

• Until Filled

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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