Assistant Director, Compliance, Athletics

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About Us

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Job Summary

Ensures that the university's athletic programs adheres to all applicable rules, regulations, and policies set forth by governing bodies such as the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association), conference, university, or other relevant sports organizations. Responsible for overseeing and managing the compliance activities within the athletic department including monitoring and enforcing adherence to NCAA, conference, university, or other sports organization rules and regulations. Provides education on compliance issues to coaches, student-athletes, and staff, and assists in the development and implementation of compliance policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responsible for staying informed and up to date about NCAA, university, or relevant sports organization rules and regulations, interprets implications, and provides guidance to coaches, athletes, and staff
2. Monitors NCAA, conference, and relevant sports organization rules and regulations; interprets, communicates, and provides guidance to coaches, athletes, and staff
3. Monitors systems (policies and procedures) to ensure adherence to university, conference, and NCAA regulations

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About Us

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Job Summary

Ensures that the university's athletic programs adheres to all applicable rules, regulations, and policies set forth by governing bodies such as the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association), conference, university, or other relevant sports organizations. Responsible for overseeing and managing the compliance activities within the athletic department including monitoring and enforcing adherence to NCAA, conference, university, or other sports organization rules and regulations. Provides education on compliance issues to coaches, student-athletes, and staff, and assists in the development and implementation of compliance policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responsible for staying informed and up to date about NCAA, university, or relevant sports organization rules and regulations, interprets implications, and provides guidance to coaches, athletes, and staff
2. Monitors NCAA, conference, and relevant sports organization rules and regulations; interprets, communicates, and provides guidance to coaches, athletes, and staff
3. Monitors systems (policies and procedures) to ensure adherence to university, conference, and NCAA regulations
4. Collaborates with other departments to develop and update compliance policies and procedures, staying in line with changes in NCAA or relevant sports organization rules
5. Communicates with coaches, administrators, and other relevant parties regarding compliance matters, changes in rules, and best practices

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in an appropriate area of specialization or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience

Required Experience
Two (2) years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Member of the National Association for Athletics Compliance (NAAC)

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is $52,880 to $58,000. Offers are based on relevant experience.

Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of NCAA or relevant sports organization rules and regulations

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, analytical, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, NCAA My Apps [Legislative Services Database, Requests/Self Reports, Eligibility Center, etc.])
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 202, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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