Director of Athletics, Compliance

Austin Peay State University•Clarksville, TN

About The Position

The Director of Athletics, Compliance oversees athletic compliance operations at Austin Peay State University. The position manages eligibility audits, recruiting and financial aid compliance, required reporting, education and training, investigations, policy development, compliance software, and waiver and appeal submissions. The role serves as the primary compliance advisor to the Athletic Director and other senior administrators and coordinates with the NCAA, conference offices, the faculty representative, and campus offices on compliance matters. The role develops and directs a comprehensive program to educate, monitor, report, and ensure adherence to NCAA, UAC, and University rules. It also manages NCAA and departmental compliance systems and produces educational resources for the athletic department, student-athletes, alumni, boosters, and the public. Evening and weekend hours may be required, and occasional travel may be required for conferences and meetings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least three years of experience in NCAA compliance or a related field.
In-depth understanding of NCAA regulations and compliance issues.
Strong organizational and administrative skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
Proficiency in compliance software and database management.
The position may require evening and weekend hours.
Occasional travel may be required for conferences and meetings.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial eligibility audits.
Manage ticket requests for staff, student-athletes, and recruits.
Oversee bylaw 13 visit approvals, recruiting laws, and phone call monitoring.
Conduct regular audits for adherence to NCAA and UAC regulations.
Develop and direct a comprehensive program for educating, monitoring, reporting, and complying with NCAA, UAC, and University rules and regulations.
Educate coaches, student-athletes, and athletic department staff on NCAA rules and regulations.
Develop and deliver training sessions and educational materials.
Monitor changes to NCAA rules and communicate them to relevant stakeholders.
Prepare and submit required NCAA and conference reports.
Maintain comprehensive records of compliance activities and investigations, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
Serve as the primary advisor on compliance-related matters to the Athletic Director and other senior administrators.
Guide stakeholders on compliance issues and develop strategies to address potential problems.
Liaise with the NCAA, Financial Aid, and Registrar’s offices on compliance and scholarship issues.
Interpret or secure interpretations of NCAA and UAC rules and procedures.
Investigate and report potential violations of NCAA rules.
Work with the NCAA and conference offices on investigations and reports.
Develop corrective actions and compliance plans to address and prevent future violations.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with NCAA regulations; review and update institutional compliance policies as necessary.
Manage NCAA compliance software, departmental compliance software, and the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse.
Work with the faculty representative on certification of eligibility and rules compliance issues.
Administer and oversee recruiting activities, Athletics Grants-in-Aid programs, eligibility certification for practice and competition, financial aid, NCAA squad lists, National Letters of Intent, and related reporting.
Develop and produce departmental and student-athlete compliance handbooks and the annual NCAA rules brochure for alumni, boosters, and the general public.
Compile, review, and submit eligibility waiver requests and other NCAA-related waiver and appeal requests.
Attend the annual NCAA Compliance seminar and provide continuous updates on compliance rules and procedures.