General Summary

Direct, coordinate, implement, and consistently improve upon a comprehensive systematic NCAA compliance monitoring program to ensure policies, procedures and protocols of the Eastern Michigan University Office of Athletic Compliance are effectively ensuring control over the institution's Intercollegiate Athletics Program.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• The Director of Compliance will assist in the development, implementation, and management of a comprehensive athletics compliance program including creation and development of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable NCAA, Conference, and university rules, and regulations.
• Assist in strategic planning and positioning of the Compliance Department. Responsible for maintaining institutional compliance with NCAA, Conference, and university rules, and will report to the associate athletics director for compliance.
• Serve as primary point of contact and coordinate the administration of all compliance duties and functions for select sports.
• Specific areas include eligibility (initial, transfer, continuing), financial aid & NLIs, recruiting, personnel, playing and practice seasons, awards and benefits, processing waivers, interpretations, and rules monitoring to ensure adherence to university, Conference, and NCAA regulations.
• Play a significant role in the overall rules education program that serves a broad constituent base, including responsible for the dissemination of NCAA legislation to coaches, athletics staff and administrators, student-athletes, key university personnel, boosters, and external constituents in a timely manner.
• Coordinate the orientation process and compliance on-boarding of new coaches and staff.
• Work closely with other departments and offices on campus (e.g., Admissions, Student Financial Aid Office, Student Business Services, Registrar, Housing and Residence Life, Dining Services, Office of International Students & Services) to implement and maintain appropriate compliance procedures.
• Assist in the investigation of possible violations of NCAA regulations.
• Assist with the response to internal audits and external reviews of the compliance programs.
• In conjunction with Sports Medicine department, assist in coordination of drug testing program.
• Coordinate all institutional camps and clinics, and coaches and staff participating in non-institutional camps and clinics.
• Serve as primary liaison for, and coordinate usage, of recruiting and compliance software.
• Coordinate internship and program with Sports Management Department and externship programs local law school partners.
• Assist with various other tasks and duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and an intimate knowledge of all NCAA Division I rules and regulations is required.

A minimum of three (3) years athletics compliance-related experience is required.

Experience with NCAA Compliance Assistant internet (CAi), NCAA Academic Performance Program (APP), NCAA Legislative Services Database for the internet (LDSBi), recruiting/compliance software (preferably ARMS), and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) is required.

Outstanding writing, reasoning and critical thinking skills is required.

Ability to manage and direct multiple collaborative projects and systems in a fast-paced environment.

The ability to work independently and make continuous improvement upon current monitoring systems and job duties is required.

An interest, ability, and understanding of how to work collaboratively with Division I student-athletes and coaches is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

A Law degree, or Master's degree in athletics administration, management or business is preferred. 

Have a comprehensive understanding of the ARMS software and NCAA Compliance Assistant software and their monitoring applications.

Five (5) or more years direct and demonstrable full-time experience in the implementation of a comprehensive Division I athletic compliance program is preferred.

Experience working directly with a Division I football program is preferred. 

Special Instructions:

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