Assistant Volleyball Coach and Director of Compliance for Athletics

McMurry University•Abilene, TX

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About The Position

This dual-role position provides direct coaching support for the Women's Volleyball program while also serving as the University's chief compliance officer for Athletics. This role ensures the competitive success and personal development of volleyball student-athletes and maintains institutional control through oversight of all NCAA Division III compliance operations. This position requires excellent organization, communication skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and the highest standards of integrity.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Coaching or playing experience in volleyball required; collegiate experience preferred.
Strong computer skills including database management, word processing, and electronic communications.
Demonstrated ability to interpret, apply, and teach regulations (NCAA or comparable).
Ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Prior NCAA compliance experience.
Previous collegiate coaching or administrative athletics experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Volleyball Coach with all program operations, including:
Coaching, practice planning, scouting, and player development
Conditioning, contest preparation, and game-day operations
Scheduling, travel planning, logistics, and equipment management
Budget management, fundraising initiatives, and recruiting support
Monitoring academic, athletic, and personal growth of volleyball student-athletes
Maintain strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Provide a positive and professional presence aligned with team, departmental, and University standards.
Evening, weekend, and travel obligations as required.
Serve as the institutional authority on NCAA Division III rules, University policies, and conference regulations.
Educate coaches, staff, student-athletes, boosters, and community partners on rules, procedures, and compliance expectations.
Oversee the annual revision and dissemination of:
Coaches & Staff Compliance Manual
Student-Athlete Handbook
Booster/NLI compliance materials
Coordinate with Admissions, Registrar, Residential Life, and New Student Programs to support onboarding of student-athletes.
Track and verify NCAA Eligibility Center information and communicate status to coaching staff.
Determine initial and continuing eligibility each semester.
Prepare and file all applicable NCAA waivers.
Manage the NCAA Compliance Assistant database and ensure accurate squad lists, certification reports, and student-athlete records.
Monitor National Letters of Intent (NLI), prepare documentation, and coordinate conference submissions.
Provide rules interpretation and updates to coaching staff across all sports.
Monitor recruiting, student-athlete activities, coaching activities, and booster engagement for compliance with institutional and NCAA bylaws.
Investigate potential violations and prepare formal reports for the NCAA, Conference office, and University leadership.
Oversee Bylaw 15 (Financial Aid) compliance in coordination with relevant campus offices.
Participate in departmental meetings and University committees as requested.
Perform additional duties assigned by the Head Volleyball Coach (coaching) or the Director of Athletics (compliance).
Uphold confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in all compliance and student-related matters.
Support in gameday operations