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Job overview

Area of Responsibility
Compliance
Type
Full-Time
Location
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Salary
$43,000 - $53,000

Director of Compliance

University of Southern MississippiFull-TimeHattiesburg, MS

Job Summary 
Assists in the coordination and maintenance of a comprehensive compliance program by: establishing, implementing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures that will enable the University, athletic department, student-athletes, and representatives of athletics interests to be in compliance with NCAA, Conference, and University regulations, as well as state and federal laws.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

  1. Leads and coordinates the education of athletic staff members, student-athletes, representatives of athletics interests, and the community regarding NCAA and Conference rules and regulations; Provides rule interpretations to coaches and athletic staff members.

  2. Assists in the research, preparation, and submission of NCAA and Conference forms, reports and questionnaires.

  3. Oversight and discretion of student-athlete financial aid and scholarship awards; Manages the Student Assistance Fund.

  4. Works closely with the Student Academic Enhancement Staff and Registrar to determine initial eligibility and continuing eligibility.

  5. Uses the Compliance Assistant database and the ARMS Software to prepare squad and eligibility lists; Uses the ARMS Compliance Software to monitor playing and practice season, recruiting, amateurism, and awards and benefits legislation.

  6. Assists in the investigation and reporting of NCAA infractions, submission of legislative relief waivers, and in the administration of the annual coaches’ off-campus recruiting certification.

  7. Assists in the management of revenue sharing; proficient with the CAPS platform

  8. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in management, business, law, or another related field. Two years related experience in NCAA Division I Athletic Compliance. Graduate Assistant and Internships in NCAA Division I compliance may be included. Experience using: LSDBi, RSRO, CA 2.0, ARMS/Teamworks platform and other applicable programs and software.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Ability to communicate and interact effectively with student-athletes, coaches, and athletic administration

  • Ability to establish and maintain positive rapport with university faculty, staff, students, and the general public

  • Ability to make independent, informed, and decisive decisions

  • Ability to develop objectives, evaluate effectiveness, and assess organizational needs

  • Ability to process information logically and efficiently

  • Skilled in managing personal time and coordinating the time of others

  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to complete assignments accurately

  • Ability to establish and achieve goals and objectives

  • Strong service orientation with a proactive approach to helping others

  • Ability to support student development with demonstrated concern for student success

  • Ability to work effectively and patiently with students

Preferred Qualifications
Two years of full-time experience in NCAA Division I Athletic Compliance