Assistant Athletic Director of Compliance

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States

Updated: about 23 hours ago
Location: Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Information
General Information


Position Number 000100
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Working Title Assistant Athletic Director of Compliance
Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year 12
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, some nights and weekends as necessary.
Hours per week 40
FLSA Status Exempt
Division Athletics
Department Athletics (Adm)
Work Location SAC
Salary Range
Primary Purpose of Department
The mission of the Athletic Department at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte is to operate within the perspective of the overall educational programs. With a balanced program that supports equitable opportunities for all students and staff, the department promotes a total person concept that provides its student-athletes with the necessary tools to be successful in academic, athletic, and social settings. The Department of Athletics supports the highest ethical standards of the University, the NCAA, and affiliated conference.
Primary Purpose of Position
This position is responsible for interpreting NCAA rules and regulations and ensuring that UNC Charlotte remains in compliance with those rules.
Summary of Position Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary Athletics Compliance liaison to the institutional Scholarship/Financial Aid Office and athletics CFO.
  • Oversee administration, monitoring, and reconciliation of student-athlete financial aid, including awards, adjustments, scholarship equivalencies, cost of attendance, and outstanding balances.
  • Coordinate financial aid audits and ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional requirements.
  • Serve as the primary compliance administrator for the College Athlete Payment System (CAPS), overseeing the accuracy, reconciliation, monitoring, and timely reporting of required data.
  • Coordinate with the Athletics Business Office and other campus partners regarding revenue-sharing agreements, payments, roster information, and required CAPS certifications/attestations.
  • Monitor roster and revenue-sharing requirements and maintain appropriate internal controls and documentation.
  • Coordinate NCAA initial and continuing eligibility certification in partnership with the Athletics Academic Center, Registrar, and other campus offices.
  • Guide transfer eligibility and prepare NCAA waivers as assigned.
  • Coordinate collection and submission of NCAA APR, GSR, and other required NCAA, conference, and institutional reports.
  • Serve as the primary compliance contact for assigned sport programs and provide rules interpretations and education to coaches, staff, and student-athletes.
  • Investigate potential NCAA violations, research applicable precedent and penalties, and prepare required NCAA/conference reporting.
  • Monitor and review compliance documentation, including CARA logs, recruiting activities, participation records, and other required forms and reports to ensure adherence to NCAA, conference, and institutional requirements
  • Assist with implementation of NCAA legislation, College Sports Commission requirements, and other regulatory changes; perform additional duties as assigned by the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Governance and Regulatory Affairs.
Minimum Education/Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree and one year of compliance work in a Division I College/University.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • Master’s degree preferred.
  • Knowledge of financial aid policy and procedures and NCAA eligibility process, and legislation preferred.
  • Experience with ARMS software.
  • Experience with NCAA applications such as LSDBi & RSRO.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
Special Notes to Applicants
  • The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
  • The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with
    the finalist.
  • Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to
    support your answers to the supplemental questions.
  • UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Posting Open Date 09/01/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Proposed Hire Date 10/01/2026
If time-limited please indicate appointment end date
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