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Colorado State University Director of Athletic Compliance in Fort Collins, Colorado

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Working TitleDirector of Athletic Compliance

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202500344AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$55,000 -- $65,000

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Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on03/17/2025

Description of Work Unit

This work unit exists to ensure that all individuals who represent CSU’s athletic programs comply with the rules and regulations set forth by Colorado State University, the Mountain West Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association. The efforts of this work unit allow CSU to maintain the highest level of integrity both on and off the field by providing instruction and awareness of NCAA rules and regulations to coaches, administrators, student-athletes and prospective student athletes; ensuring compliance with these rules; monitoring activity such as recruiting, eligibility, financial aid, amateurism, playing and practice limitations; and investigating and reporting NCAA or Mountain West rules violations.

Position Summary

This position serves as the number two compliance position in the department and assists in overseeing all processes, procedures and systems necessary to assist the department in complying with NCAA and Mountain West Conference rules and regulations for 16 NCAA Division I- FBS men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports. In addition, this position serves as the primary contact for all financial aid issuesand is the primary liaison to the Office of Financial Aid.

Required Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, sports management, psychology, liberal arts or other fields related to duties and responsibilities;

  • Minimum of two years of experience in NCAA compliance required, preferably at the institutional level;

  • Comprehensive knowledge of NCAA rules, regulations, processes, interpretations, appeals and governance structure;

  • Knowledge of NCAA technological processes such as CAi and LSDBi;

  • Proven ability to relate well with staff, coaches, student-athletes and other compliance constituency groups;

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

  • Ability to multitask and has strong organizational abilities with attention to detail;

Preferred Job Qualifications

  • NCAA Division I- FBS experience preferred.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryAdministration

Duty/Responsibility

  • Serve as the number two compliance position in the department;

  • Assume the duties of the Associate Athletic Director for Compliance in their absence;

  • Assist in overseeing all processes, procedures and systems necessary to assist the department in complying with NCAA and conference rules and regulations for 16 NCAA Division I- FBS men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports.

  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet business needs of Compliance unit;

  • All other duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time20

Job Duty CategoryFinancial Aid Oversight

Duty/Responsibility

  • Serve as the primary contact for financial aid including but not limited to athletic scholarships;

  • Serve as the primary Athletic Compliance liaison to the Office of Financial Aid;

  • Work with Office of Financial Aid and other campus partners to ensure compliance with institutional, NCAA and conference regulations.

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategoryGeneral Compliance

Duty/Responsibility

  • Provide day-to-day support for all aspects of the Athletics compliance program;

  • Prepare and file athletic scholarship agreements;

  • Oversee the compliance internship program;

  • Support all aspects of name, image and likeness activities;

  • Assist in the completion and submission of required NCAA reports, waivers and appeals.

Percentage Of Time30

Job Duty CategoryRules Education

Duty/Responsibility

  • Assist with NCAA rules education programs for administrators, coaches, support staff, student athletes, and external constituents.

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search Contactath_athleticjobs@mail.colostate.edu

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all 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.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • Do you have a bachelor’s degree in communications, sports management, psychology, liberal arts or another field related to duties and responsibilities?

  • Yes

  • No

  • Do you have a minimum of two years of experience in NCAA compliance?

  • Yes

  • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume

  • Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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