NCAA Compliance & Eligibility Specialist (Student Services Professional III

NCAA Compliance & Eligibility Specialist (Student Services Professional III)

Job No: 557818

Work Type: Staff

Locations: Southern California:
San Diego

Categories: Bargaining Unit:
Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Appointment Type:
Temporary, Time Basis:
Full Time, Job Search Category/Discipline:
Student Services, Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac):
On-site (work in-person at business location)

The NCAA Compliance & Eligibility Specialist provides a wide variety of professional services and activities ranging from pre-admission guidance to initial eligibility coordination, advising, and academic support through to graduation. The position assists and supports student-athletes in achieving academic success and personal integrity while progressing toward a degree objective.

Under the general direction of the Associate AD for Compliance and the Senior Associate AD of Student-Athlete Support Services, the incumbent conducts admissions and initial eligibility pre-evaluations for prospective student-athletes, tracks admissions, and serves as a liaison between Enrollment Services, the NCAA Eligibility Center, and coaching staff regarding student-athlete status.

• Review and evaluate prospective student‑athlete transcripts (freshman, transfer, and graduate) for admissions and NCAA initial eligibility requirements and provide recommendations.
• Conduct pre‑admissions and eligibility evaluations and maintain related documentation aligned with CSU and NCAA requirements.
• Serve as liaison to Admissions and Enrollment Services and as primary contact with the NCAA Eligibility Center, providing updates to coaches, prospects, and administration.
• Meet with prospective student‑athletes and families to review academic history, admissions requirements, and NCAA eligibility requirements.
• Advise prospective student‑athletes, families, and coaches on CSU admissions and NCAA eligibility requirements, including recommended coursework.
• Interpret NCAA legislation and transfer rules affecting eligibility.
• Assist with special admissions processes, including preparation of evaluation materials and reporting.
• Track and process application materials, including transcripts and supporting documentation.
• Develop and present admissions and eligibility information to students, counselors, and staff.
• Collaborate with advisors and staff to support student transition and identify potential academic or learning concerns.
• Communicate updates on admissions status and NCAA legislation and eligibility requirements.

• Coordinate on‑campus housing placements, including projections, assignments, and move‑in/out processes.
• Serve as liaison to Housing Administration and Dining Services.
• Track housing and dining needs for academic year, summer, and pre‑season periods.
• Monitor and analyze housing and dining expenditures and provide recommendations.
• Maintain coordination with Athletics Business Office and Financial Aid for housing‑related budgeting.

• Participate in orientation and transition programming for student‑athletes.
• Serve as liaison with campus partners including Parking Services and Institutional Research.
• Assist in reporting and data tracking to support evaluation of student‑athlete success.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• This is a full‑time (1.0 time‑base), benefits eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027, with the possibility of reappointment.
• This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Equivalent to graduation from a four‑year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate coursework in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job‑related.

Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated…