Program Director - Compliance & Risk Mitigation (Athletics)

Job Title Program Director - Compliance & Risk Mitigation (Athletics) Full Time/Part Time Full Time FLSA Exempt General Job Description

This is a professional position responsible for directing a service-oriented and comprehensive compliance program to ensure that all athletics programs and institutional support areas and activities comply with NCAA, conference, and university regulations. Responsible for interpretation and implementation of NCAA rules and regulations, monitoring, reporting, and general support of the compliance efforts of all student-athletes, coaches, staff, and external constituents. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Director of Athletics.

Essential Job Functions

• Works cooperatively with departmental staff, coaches, student-athletes, and other constituents to provide oversight of day-to-day compliance responsibilities.

• Oversees processes, procedures, and systems necessary for department to comply with NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations for varsity sports programs.

• Manages system for tracking and distribution of student-athlete, post-eligibility, and auxiliary student athletics aid awards during academic year.

• Monitors student-athlete awards and benefits.

• Prepares and executes paperwork as needed in regards to student-athletes' amateur status.

• Ensures adherence to permissible activities under NCAA regulations among athletic staff.

• Monitors institutional recruiting systems, including but not limited to phone logs and contact evaluation forms.

• Serves as primary liaison for institutional name/image/likeness program to ensure adherence to NCAA regulations and state laws.

• Develops and implements athletics compliance policies and procedures.

• Researches NCAA rules and provides coaches and staff with interpretations.

• Works with conference office and NCAA to obtain official rules interpretations as needed.

• Prepares various reports for departmental senior administration review.

• Works to uphold integrity of NCAA, conference, and department's vision and core values.

Non-Essential Job Functions

• May provide supervision to interns and/or student workers.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and guidelines established by the conference and the NCAA.

• Knowledge of developmental academic advising, retention management, and/or instructional strategies effective for college-age students.

• Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

• Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time.

• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

• Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

• Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement solutions.

• Ability to acquire and maintain knowledge of university curriculum and degree requirements and to interpret them in the context of individual student needs.

• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.

• Ability to learn office- and university-specific software.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Physical Demands Required Education

Bachelor's degree in sports management, athletics administration, physical education, recreation, education, or a related field is required.

Required Experience and Training

Two years of related experience is required. Experience with NCAA intercollegiate athletics is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in a related field is preferred. Experience with NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics is preferred.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to Computer and Network Security policy.

Min Pay Rate Mid Pay Rate Salary Information Commensurate with Experience Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting Is Background Check Required? Yes Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S2024-037 Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants Number of Positions Available 1 Posted Date 03/06/2024 Review Start Date Close Date Work Schedule Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Desired start date is April 1, 2024

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11261

Contact Information

Contact Name Jordan Rains Contact Phone (936) 468-4022 Contact Email jordan.rains@sfasu.edu Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.