Director of Athletic Compliance

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Position Title	Director of Athletic Compliance
About this Opportunity	Ball State University welcomes applications for a Director of Athletic Compliance. This full-time opportunity includes a generous benefits package with health insurance, retirement programs, educational assistance, and much more.
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FLSA	Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week	40
Length of Assignment	Full-Time At-Will
Position Function	Coordinate and maintain a program which protects the integrity of Ball State University through compliance with NCAA, Mid-American Conference, and university regulations by student-athletes, coaches, Ball State University employees, and representatives of Ball State University’s athletic interests.
Minimum Education	Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Minimum Experience	Three years of experience in NCAA Division I compliance.
Minimum Other
Authorization to work in the US	Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education	Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Preferred Experience	Five years of experience in NCAA Division I compliance.
Preferred Other	Excellent written and oral communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills; working knowledge of NCAA programs/applications; working knowledge of software systems such as ARMS, Banner, and Compliance Assistant; Excellent organizational skills; Ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced and demanding environment; Knowledge and familiarity with current and interim NCAA Division I policies and rules, interpretations and education columns.
Pre-Employment Screening	Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised	Interns and/or Graduate Assistant.
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Department	Intercollegiate Athletic Ops:110010
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number	[email protected]

Duties & Responsibilities

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Job Duty

Maintain within Ball State University’s Department of Intercollegiate Athletics a culture of compliance with NCAA, Mid-American Conference, and university regulations through effective provision of continuing rules education for all Ball State Department of Intercollegiate Athletics employees; support the development and provision of a compliance orientation program for all new Ball State Department of Intercollegiate Athletics employees; support the development and provision of continuing rules education for Ball State university student-athletes; support development and provision of rules education for representatives of Ball State University’s athletics interests.

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Job Duty	Participate in the development and implementation of Intercollegiate Athletics compliance and eligibility policies and procedures to ensure full compliance with all NCAA and MAC regulations, including but not limited to analyzing athletics compliance enforcement issues.

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Job Duty	Serve as the point of contact in all matters dealing with student-athlete initial eligibility, pre-enrollment amateurism, waivers, transcript review and eligibility center communications. Also serve as point of contact with Playing & Practice season education, monitoring and enforcement.

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Job Duty	Develop and deliver educational programs to student-athletes, coaches, athletics administrators, staff and others having relationships with the athletics program about University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations.

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Job Duty	Support NCAA Financial Aid and Revenue Distribution, and Academic Performance Program Reporting as needed.

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Job Duty	Serve as a liaison with University units such as Student-Athlete Support Services, Admissions, Office of the Registrar and Rinker Center for Global Affairs (International Programs), etc.

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Job Duty	Facilitate matters associated with academic and athletic financial aid, foundation scholarships, book scholarships, equipment loans, etc.

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Job Duty	Serve as compliance liaison for department wide camps and clinics.

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Job Duty	Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	202401500P
Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	05/06/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date	03/11/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date	04/01/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter	In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’