Athletics Business Operations and Compliance Graduate Assistant

Robert Morris University•Montreal, QC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides essential operational and administrative support to the athletic department while gaining comprehensive, hands-on experience in collegiate sports management. This role assists with day-to-day business operations, including budget tracking, purchasing, and expense processing. All while ensuring strict adherence to NCAA, conference, and institutional rules through meticulous compliance monitoring and documentation. Ideal for an organized, detail-oriented individual pursuing a career in athletic administration, this position bridges the gap between athletic business strategy and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced division environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Satisfy all admission requirements for enrollment in the university's graduate school program.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive student-athlete and financial records.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with standard office software (such as Microsoft Excel).
Strong desire to pursue a career in collegiate sports management.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in a college athletics environment.
Foundational familiarity with NCAA rules and basic accounting practices.

Responsibilities

Processing expense reports, tracking team budgets, and managing vendor purchases to support the department’s business functions.
Monitoring playing and practice season logs, updating student-athlete eligibility files in compliance software, and assisting in researching NCAA and conference rules.
Providing crucial game-day operational support.
Assisting senior athletic leadership with special administrative projects as needed.