Associate Athletic Director (Athletic Compliance)

Prairie View A&M University

Associate Athletic Director (Athletic Compliance)

Job Title
Associate Athletic Director (Athletic Compliance)

Agency
Prairie View A&M University

Department
Compliance

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Prairie View, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

The Associate Athletic Director, Compliance will have responsibility for supervising all areas of Prairie View A&M University's comprehensive NCAA compliance program, including: rules education, monitoring, financial aid, interpretations of NCAA Bylaws and investigating and reporting of potential NCAA and Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) rules violations. Has oversight of NCAA reporting, internal and external compliance audits and additional conference requirements. Also serves as a liaison to specific campus committees tied to athletics compliance.

This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletics Department's Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the SWAC and the NCAA. This position reports directly to the Chief Compliance Officer with a dotted line to the Athletics Director and is a member of the athletics leadership team.

The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

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Comprehensive Oversight of the Office of Compliance Services

• Maintain a comprehensive NCAA compliance program for student-athletes, athletics staff, University donors/boosters, and campus partners. Collaborate with the Office of Financial Aid, Registrar's Office and the Faculty Athletic Representative to ensure alignment with NCAA and SWAC Conference regulations. Provide daily oversight and direction for the Office of Athletic Compliance staff.
  
• Lead the execution of a robust rules education program for varying audiences, including but not limited to, student-athletes, prospective student-athletes, coaches, athletics administrators, university personnel, donors and alumni.
  
• Serve as the department's legislative expert, staying current on NCAA, SWAC and PVAMU rules and regulations. Facilitate the university's position on proposed NCAA legislation in partnership with the President, Chief Compliance Officer, Athletics Director, and Faculty Athletic Representative. Attend and present at regional and national seminars.
  
• Lead investigations and reporting of NCAA violations, and prepare waiver and petition requests. Serve as a key liaison for the Campus Athletic Appeals Committees. Collaborate with academic leadership on matters of academic integrity.
  

Direct Sport Program Compliance Support

• Collaborate with 18 sport programs to ensure adherence to NCAA rules and regulations. Oversee compliance monitoring systems related to recruiting activities, including social media, contacts, evaluations and campus visits. Provide hands-on support by traveling with high-profile teams.
  

Interpretations

• Provide accurate interpretations of NCAA, Conference and institutional rules and regulations, using research and national collaboration. Oversee and guide the compliance staff's interpretations, maintaining a comprehensive interpretation database to ensure consistency and accuracy.
  

Leadership Staff Member

• Serve as a member of the Athletic Director's leadership staff. Offer strategic compliance insight in high-level decision-making.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree.
  
• Four years of experience in compliance at a Division I institution, at a Division I intercollegiate athletics conference office or at the NCAA or SWAC headquarters, including management experience.
  

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• General knowledge of NCAA rules. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
  
• Oral and written communication skills.
  
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with NCAA Compliance Assistant (CAi) and Legislative Services Database (LSDBi) and eligibility center.
  
• Experience with ARMS/Teamworks and monitoring software.
  
• Ability to counsel students and parents in NCAA legislative matters.
  
• Strong knowledge of NCAA Division I rules and regulations.
  
• Ability to supervise staff.
  

Job Posting Close Date:

• Until Filled
  

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  

• Cover Letter
  

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [email protected] should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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About Us
For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.

PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!

Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.