Director of Athletics Compliance

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Position Title
Director of Athletics Compliance

Location
Boone, NC

Faculty Rank
No

Provide Rank
N/A

Position Number
089481

Department
Office of Compliance and Ethics - 640000

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3-5 years of experience in NCAA Compliance

License/Certification Required

Preferred Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience at a Division I FBS Athletic Compliance Office
• Master's Degree/JD

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The athletic program at Appalachian State University operates on the premise that intercollegiate athletics is an integral part of the institution's overall program of education. This position will represent the Senior Director of Athletics Compliance in various capacities.

The Director of Athletics Compliance reports directly to the Senior Director of Athletics Compliance and assists in the oversight of compliance of NCAA rules to ensure the eligibility of players and educate coaches and staff to prevent violations. Commitment to and compliance with the University's and Department of Athletics policies and procedures as well as the conference and NCAA constitutions, bylaws, legislation and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• (50%) Serve as primary liaison to a specific set of sports and subdivisions of Athletics Department as assigned by the Senior Director of Athletics Compliance. Such liaison responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Provide NCAA, Sun Belt (or applicable) Conference, and App State legislative interpretations and rules education.
  • Monitor team personnel, playing and practice season, awards, and recruiting activities.
  • Assist with investigating and self-reporting NCAA rules violations.
  • Draft legislative waivers as needed.
• (20%) Under the supervision of the senior compliance administrator, serve as the primary facilitator of App State's Name, Image, and Likeness compliance initiatives (e.g. rules education, disclosure, policy development).
• (10%) Serve as the primary facilitator of App State's Agent Registration program.
• (10%) Assist in the development and maintenance of the Athletic Compliance website and social media efforts.
• (5%) Participate in the design and substance of the University's Athletic Compliance program.
• (5%) Any other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Athletics Compliance.

Type of Position
Full Time Position

Staff/Non-Faculty
Staff/Non-Faculty

VISA Sponsorship?
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.

Appointment Type
1.0

Work Schedule/Hours
Varies

Number of Hours Per Week
40+

Number of Months Per Year
12

Mandatory Staff
No

Suggested Salary Range
Commensurate with experience

Physical Demands of Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date
05/16/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins
05/30/2025

Proposed Date of Hire
08/04/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit the following:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• List of three professional references with contact information in your application.

Search Chair Name
Preston Wages

Search Chair Email
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