Senior Associate Athletics Director, Athletic Compliance
Senior Associate Athletics Director, Athletic Compliance
Job ID: 258608
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!
Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Athletic Compliance Services
Job Summary
Responsible for developing, administering, and monitoring the compliance system to maintain institutional control of the University's NCAA Division I Athletics program.
Responsible for the comprehensive administration of all athletic compliance functions of the institution to ensure compliance with NCAA and other applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Responsibilities
• Develops, implements, and oversees a state-of-the-art, comprehensive Athletics compliance and risk assessment program and methodology (including periodic risk assessments, internal compliance reviews, regulatory inspection programs, and monitoring activities to detect and remedy compliance program gaps/weaknesses)
• Manages appropriate digital and non-digital platforms for capturing, tracking, and reviewing data analytics to assist with detection, prevention and remediation of risk
• Assembles and manages a cross-functional compliance team and delegates assignments, as needed and including monitoring recruiting, eligibility, financial aid, and amateurism
• Develops and maintains productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders and regulatory authorities, including but not limited to other University departments, conferences of which the University is a member, and the NCAA (including committee service)
• Prepares, conducts and coordinates compliance training and materials, including compliance manuals, written policies and procedures, and other items and conduct training for all appropriate constituents to minimize, manage, or avoid legal exposure or risk
• Prepares or assists with drafting and maintaining compliance work plans, reports, self-disclosures, responses to formal and informal inquiries (from bodies including the NCAA, conferences of which the University is a member, and accrediting bodies) and other documentation (including recruiting, play/practice season, and team travel documentation)
• Leads and/or oversees audits, investigations into alleged NCAA infractions, or other athletic compliance reviews, including preparation and presentation of written investigative reports and implementation of remedial measures, as appropriate
• Attends athletic events, booster events, alumni activities, and other functions as needed, to monitor risk and compliance activity; serves as a sport supervisor as assigned
• Monitors and assesses the conduct of University leadership, Athletics staff, coaches, student athletes, prospective student athletes, sponsors and representatives of athletic interest (“boosters”) for legal sufficiency and NCAA compliance, as the circumstances warrant
• Serves as Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Athletics, responsible for monitoring Athletic department compliance with Title IX, NCAA Sexual Violence Prevention guidance, and other applicable equity laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
• Five (5) or more years of related work experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications
• Juris Doctor Degree strongly preferred
Proposed Salary
$67,100 - $85,700
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to work well in a diverse and inclusive environment through commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Proven commitment to athletic and academic excellence
• Ability to demonstrate good sportsmanship and highest level of personal integrity
• Ability to adjust to a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
KNOWLEDGE
• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Extensive knowledge of athletics compliance standards in higher education
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to compliance with NCAA, Conference, and other external and institutional laws, rules, and regulations
SKILLS
• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Apply Before Date
June 1, 2023
Application review may begin on May 25, 2023.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at mailto:hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu?subject=Job%20Opening%20Questions.
For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or mailto:oneusgsupport@usg.edu?subject=Job%20Opening%20Questions.
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Believing that diversity, equity, and inclusion contribute to excellence in the workplace and to the quality of the University's academic environment, Georgia Southern University is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff to support, promote, and serve a diverse student body and promote Inclusive Excellence. Candidates from underrepresented groups, whose work furthers the institution's Inclusive Excellence goals, and who bring to campus varied life experiences, perspectives and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.
Other Information
• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work performed in indoor and outdoor environments
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
• Evening and weekend work may be required
• Frequent travel required
Background Check
• Position of Trust + Education
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