Assistant Director for Compliance Services

University of Connecticut • Storrs, CT

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About The Position

The University of Connecticut is accepting applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Director for Compliance Services. This individual will report directly to the Associate Director of Athletics for Compliance Services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Sport Management or related field, and two years of previous experience within a Division I or II institution's compliance office or conference office, or at the NCAA national office (within the past five years), including demonstrated experience with the NCAA Applications Portal, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
• Comprehensive knowledge of NCAA compliance and proven ability to appropriately apply rules while assisting coaches and staff in achieving objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to produce reliable results, regularly exercise good judgment, and problem solve.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree or higher, or working towards completion of degree.
• Prior NCAA compliance experience within a Division I institution's compliance office.
• NCAA compliance experience at multiple institutions.
• Prior experience in monitoring multiple NCAA bylaws.
• Prior experience with a recruiting software system.

Responsibilities

• Serve as main compliance office contact for select varsity sport(s)
• Assist in student services (housing and dining) and financial aid responsibilities in conjunction with the Director of Compliance Services
• Assist in initial-eligibility evaluations, and roster management
• Assist in numerous areas of overall monitoring (with an emphasis on Bylaw 16)
• Serve as a resource for student-athletes, coaches, staff members and the university community regarding NCAA rules, and provide interpretations related to all NCAA bylaws
• Submit NCAA and conference waivers, and reinstatement cases for applicable assigned sports
• Provide game day support for various sporting events

Benefits

• The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees