Assistant Athletics Director, Compliance

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

3d • $65,447 - $72,994 • Onsite

About The Position

Student & Campus Life (SCL) inspires transformation in all Cornell students on their journey of individual, academic and personal evolution. Our division is comprised of leading student affairs experts who support our campus on pressing student life matters including public service, health, wellbeing, connection and belonging, residential living, food services, sports, recreation, career services, and student activities and organizations including sorority and fraternity life. We provide support and services to roughly 25,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students on multiple campuses in the U.S. and abroad. Cornell University is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Ivy League. The university fields teams in 37 intercollegiate sports and provides a comprehensive physical education program. The university is committed to excellence in academics and athletics, gender equity and diversity in its programs, and a well-balanced, broad-based intercollegiate athletics program. Athletics and Physical Education offers a diverse program of physical and outdoor education, recreational services, intramural sports and intercollegiate athletic competition, plus Wellness programs for faculty and staff and fitness centers for the entire Cornell community. The Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance works with the Associate Athletics Director for Compliance to ensure institutional NCAA and Ivy League rules compliance governing intercollegiate athletics operations. Utilizing critical thinking skills and an in-depth knowledge and application of NCAA, Ivy League and ECAC rules and regulations, this position supports the creation of implementation of institutional systems and procedures required to govern the conduct of the institution’s intercollegiate athletic programs. This work involves tracking on a variety of compliance items, conducting compliance education, and distributing compliance communications with various internal and external constituencies. The Assistant Director serves as a visible steward of the University with direct contact with student-athletes, coaches, department staff, representatives of athletics interests, and League and other institutions' administrators. Success Factors The ability to manage multiple competing responsibilities in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment, while maintaining a professional, calm and controlled demeanor at all times. Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build working relationships with a wide variety of individuals and organizations. Effective organization and communication skills, to consistently relay accurate information and needs to the appropriate audience. Please Note: There is no visa sponsorship for this position. While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with computer programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to successfully work with several constituencies at once and immediately address and resolve problems and issues.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to operate within the parameters of institutional, conference, and NCAA rules and policies.
• Stewardship and accountability executed by using sound and ethical judgement.
• Experience modeling values that support inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Nice To Haves

• Post baccalaureate degree in sports administration or relevant field.
• Previous experience working within NCAA, Ivy League or other Division I Athletics institution.
• Experience with interpretation and application of extensive and complex regulations.
• Prior experience with ARMS/Teamworks software.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level