Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 06 Feb 2023

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information


Working Title Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position No
Posting Number 202300117AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib II
Number of Vacancies 1
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range 65,000-70,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 02/06/2023
Description of Work Unit
This work unit exists to ensure that all individuals who represent CSU’s athletic programs comply with the rules and regulations set forth by Colorado State University, the Mountain West Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association. The efforts of this work unit allow CSU to maintain the highest level of integrity both on and off the field by providing instruction and awareness of NCAA rules and regulations to coaches, administrators, student-athletes and prospective student athletes; ensuring compliance with these rules; monitoring activity such as recruiting, eligibility, financial aid, amateurism, playing and practice limitations; and investigating and reporting NCAA or Mountain West rules violations.
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
Position Summary
This position serves as the number two compliance position in the department and assists in overseeing all processes, procedures and systems necessary to assist the department in complying with NCAA and Mountain West Conference rules and regulations for 16 NCAA Division I-FBS men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports. This position will assume the duties of the Associate Athletic Director for Compliance in her absence. In addition, this position serves as the primary contact for all financial aid and continuing eligibility issues and is the primary liaison to the financial aid and registrar’s offices.
Required Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, sports management, psychology, liberal arts or other field related to duties and responsibilities,
  • Minimum of three years of experience in NCAA compliance required, preferably at the institutional level,
  • Comprehensive knowledge of NCAA rules, regulations, processes, interpretations, appeals and governance structure,
  • Knowledge of NCAA technological processes such as CAi and LSDBi,
  • Proven ability to relate well to coaches, student-athletes and other compliance constituency groups,
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills,
  • Ability to multitask and organizational abilities with attention to detail,
  • Proficiency in areas of continuing eligibility, transfer eligibility and financial aid.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Proficiency in playing and practice seasons and recruiting preferred,
  • NCAA Division I-FBS experience preferred
Diversity Statement
Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations.

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Administration
Duty/Responsibility
  • Serve as the number two compliance position in the department,
  • Assume the duties of the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Compliance in his/her absence,
  • Assist in overseeing all processes, procedures and systems necessary to assist the department in complying with NCAA and Mountain West Conference rules and regulations for 16 NCAA Division I-FBS men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports.
Percentage Of Time 20
Job Duty Category Financial Aid & Continuing Eligibility
Duty/Responsibility
  • Serve as the primary contact for all financial aid and continuing eligibility issues,
  • Serve as the primary Athletic Compliance liaison to the financial aid and registrar’s offices,
  • Work with admissions, financial aid and registrar’s offices to ensure compliance with institutional, NCAA and conference regulations,
  • Monitor institutional and outside financial aid.
Percentage Of Time 40
Job Duty Category General Compliance
Duty/Responsibility
  • Prepare NCAA Squad Lists and eligibility certifications,
  • Oversee the compliance internship program,
  • Assist with the NCAA initial-eligibility process
  • Assist in the completion and submission of required NCAA reports, waivers and appeals.
Percentage Of Time 20
Job Duty Category Rules Education
Duty/Responsibility
  • Assist with NCAA rules education programs for administrators, coaches, support staff, student athletes and booster groups.
Percentage Of Time 20

Application Details


Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact [email protected]
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.


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