Director of NCAA Compliance

Director of NCAA Compliance

POSITION:

Director of NCAA Compliance

SUPERVISOR:

Assistant Vice President for Athletics/Director of Athletics

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

LOCATION:

On-campus, located in Tiffin, OH

JOB TYPE:

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Director of NCAA Compliance

POSITION:

Director of NCAA Compliance

SUPERVISOR:

Assistant Vice President for Athletics/Director of Athletics

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

LOCATION:

On-campus, located in Tiffin, OH

JOB TYPE:

Full-time

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

The Compliance Director is responsible for institutional control of all athletic programs relative to GMAC and
NCAA legislation as required by NCAA Division II membership. They are also responsible for the monitoring
of systems that assist the University in complying with all University, GMAC, and NCAA rules and regulations
governing intercollegiate athletics operations. The Compliance Director will personally coordinate and direct
coaches and monitor the recruitment, admission, continuing, and initial eligibility of student-athletes in all sports
programs.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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Oversight of roster management in the Athletic Department’s sports programs. Advises staff

regarding student-athlete progress toward degree requirements.

Adheres to NCAA, conference, and University rules and regulations; supports sports programs

and student-athletes in understanding and interpreting NCAA and conference rules and
regulations; assists with documentation of potential NCAA violations.

Assists in managing issues related to prospective student-athletes' eligibility and amateur status.
Maintains necessary student-athlete data in the Compliance Assistant program; maintains

student-athlete annual compliance-related paperwork and tracks all student-athlete employment
and amateurism issues; maintains and updates institutional compliance manual.

Monitors recruiting logs, playing and practice season logs, official visits, and complimentary

ticket process; oversees camps and clinics.

Maintains ongoing dialogue related to compliance with institutional staff and administrators

outside athletics and identifies the responsibilities of key administrators for implementing and
supervising compliance systems.

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Monitors continuing eligibility, working extensively with the Office of the Registrar.
Works extensively with the Office of Financial Aid to ensure that student scholarship awards

and financial aid fall within guidelines set by the University and the NCAA.

Administers submission of NCAA and GMAC forms and other documents related to compliance

and develops procedures for self-reporting violations and processing eligibility issues.

Obtains documentation and works with the NCAA Eligibility Center to verify eligibility for all

incoming student-athletes.

Devices and implements systems of communication, organization, documentation, and

evaluation to establish accountability in all areas of eligibility certification, financial aid,
recruitment, general eligibility, and other compliance areas.

Provide vision and leadership for the University's NCAA Compliance. This includes the

maintenance of systems and mechanisms for rules monitoring and staff education.

Provide a timely and accurate system of completing mandated forms, reports, assessments, and

audits as required by various agencies.

Provide leadership, training, and evaluation of compliance staff members. Will plan lead work,

delegate work, and evaluate work/performance as necessary.

Provides regular compliance-related educational information to coaches, athletic staff, student-

athletes, key University personnel, and external constituents.

Representation of the athletic department at the University, conference, and national groups as

appropriate. Assure the timely investigation, resolution, and self-reporting of rules infractions as
they occur. Oversee the administration of financial aid and scholarships.

Administers student financial aid programs for the athletic department.
Manage teamwork and compliance software (ARMS).
Manage new employee compliance orientation.
Primary contact for NCAA transfer portal.
Compile and process all NCAA reporting.
Ability to work under-time time-sensitive deadlines.
Assist with game management as needed.
Accessible after work hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.

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QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/ABILITIES FOR THE JOB

Education:

Bachelor’s degree plus two years of related experience.

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Other:
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Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate transportation.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with other departments and employees.
Knowledge of NCAA Division II bylaws and NCAA procedures, including the use of LSDBi.
Knowledge of NCAA Compliance Assistant Software.

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TIFFIN UNIVERSITY SPONSORED BENEFITS

Tiffin University offers excellent benefits. All full-time employees of Tiffin University are eligible for our full-
time benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account with
employer incentive contribution, Employer Paid and Supplemental Life Insurance, Short-Term, and Long-Term
Disability, 403b Retirement with Employer Match, Time Off (annual and sick leave), Observed Holidays,
Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Program.

EXPECTED KEY COMPETENCIES

Interdependence:

Fosters collaboration across the University

Communication:

Strong decision-making and communication skills

Accountability:

Formulates effective and progressive strategies aligned with University’s
mission and values

Respect:

Creates an engaging, collaborative classroom environment by bringing
diverse students and ideas together

Entrepreneurship:

Influences and inspires

EMBRACING OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

VISION STATEMENT – The vision for Tiffin University is to become A premier university for
challenging students to enhance their global competencies and 21st-century skills for success in a
diverse world.

MISSION STATEMENT – The mission of Tiffin University is to Educate students by linking knowledge to

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professional practice.

CORE VALUES – The values of Interdependence, Communication, Accountability, Respect, and
Entrepreneurship comprise the ICARE values of Tiffin University.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit, stand, and instruct student-athletes for long periods.

Some positions may involve frequent bending, moving, lifting, and carrying material weighing up to 50
pounds; some positions may involve moving, lifting, and carrying material weighing up to 70 pounds;
standing up to eight hours each day; working in all weather conditions; exposure to high noise levels,
and requiring wearing hearing protection.

Tiffin University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and
prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national
origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or
any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. While we strive for a diverse mix of
candidates, all employment decisions are made without regard to race, sex, or other protected characteristics.

Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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