Campus

LANGSTON

Contact Name & Email

Nika Wilson, luhumanresources@langston.edu

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$45,000 - $52,222

Priority Application Date

Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

Langston University, a Historically Black College & University (HBCU) and member of the NAIA Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC), is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Director of Athletics – Compliance. This high-energy, full-time administrator will assist the Director of Athletics in managing key areas of the department including compliance, academic advising support, event management, and student-athlete services. The ideal candidate will be a positive, energetic leader who can navigate a fast-paced environment while upholding NAIA and university standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Act as department lead in the absence of the Director of Athletics.

• Implement and oversee compliance policies, procedures, and education for staff and coaches.

• Ensure adherence to university, conference, and NAIA rules and regulations.

• Monitor and coordinate required NAIA compliance reporting.

• Provide academic advising support for student-athletes.

• Assist with executing departmental budget, fundraising, event planning, and internal relations.

• Coordinate major department events (e.g., Langston Hall of Fame Luncheon, Homecoming, HBCU Softball Hall of Fame Classic).

• Lead department-wide professional development efforts.

• Organize meeting spaces for student-athletes, coaches, and departmental functions.

• Oversee scheduling of event management personnel (ticket takers, officials, concession staff, etc.).

• Coordinate and implement game operations for all sports.

• Collaborate with the Athletics Administrative Assistant to ensure timely payment of invoices, officials, and dues.

• Assist with maintaining department and team inventory records post-season.

• Support major events such as athletic awards receptions, preseason media days, and Homecoming.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Experience using Microsoft Calendar.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality, especially related to student academic and personal information.

• Positive, proactive attitude with a strong commitment to teamwork.

• Dependable, punctual, and committed to professional standards.

• Experience with oversight and management of personnel.

• Knowledge of risk management principles with the ability to identify and resolve safety issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a related field preferred. 

• Experience working in a collegiate athletic department or high-volume administrative office.

• Familiarity with athletic department operations and the “language of sports.”

• Familiarity with OK Corral purchasing system preferred.