Job Summary

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and a proven record of accomplishment of managing compliance programs
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills with a focus on integrity and ethical decision-making
• Skilled in the management of Title IX compliance and ensuring gender equity in athletics setting
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal
• Excellent organizational skills Skilled in the management of internal operations, including budgeting, staff supervision, and facilities management
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people and foster collaboration across different departments.
• Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, staff, student-athletes, and university administration
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in athletics

Essential Job Functions

• Oversees all aspects of NCAA compliance, ensuring adherence to NCAA, SWAC, and university regulations
•  Manages the development, implementation, and monitoring of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with NCAA and conference rules
• Provides guidance and education to coaches, staff, and student-athletes regarding NCAA rules, including recruiting, amateurism, eligibility, financial aid, and playing and practice seasons
• Investigates and resolves potential violations, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to the NCAA and conference office
• Conducts compliance audits and assessments to monitor adherence to all policies and regulations
• Serves as the primary athletics representative in matters related to Title IX compliance, ensuring gender equity in all aspects of the athletics program
• Collaborates with the Office of Title IX to monitor and address issues related to gender equity, including resource allocation, participation opportunities, and facilities
• Leads efforts to assess and enhance equity within the department, developing strategic plans to address areas of need
• Provides regular reports to the Athletic Director and university administration on the status of Title IX compliance.

Qualifications

Licensing and Certifications

• Ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods
• Occasional ability to lift, carry and put away items weighing up to 25 pounds
• Normal physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account
• Normal physical agility, which includes ability to maneuver body while in place
• Normal physical strength to handle routine office materials and tools
• Normal dexterity of hands and fingers
• Normal coordination, including eye-hand, hand-foot
• Normal endurance