"Assistant Athletic Director, Compliance"

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Assistant Athletic Director, Compliance

FLSA Status
Exempt

Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with experience.

Employment Status
Full Time

Department
Administration

Job Summary

The incumbent leads and coordinates all aspects of a comprehensive and service-based compliance and student athletic services program/department.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge for relevant higher education laws, including FERPA, Title IX, and Clery Act
• Knowledge of NCAA Bylaws, especially Bylaws 13, 14, 15, and 17
• Knowledge of the retention process
• Proficient of computer skills, especially Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency in social media as a communication tool
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal
• Excellent teaching, organizational and time management skills
• Excellent supervisory skills
• Ability to work independently, with very limited supervision
• Ability to make decisions based on factual evidence and observation
• Ability to use multiple techniques to help students develop study, learning and testing skills
• Ability to work with students who are dealing with various learning difficulties
• Ability to intervene when students are fall behind their peers academically
• Ability to prioritize assignments
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinates, conducts and maintains a comprehensive recruiting monitoring system
• Reviews and approve all coach reimbursement requests and financial documents from the business office
• Researches, prepares and presents rules interpretations for coaches, staff, student athletes and the general public
• Coordinates academic services for student athletes
• Monitors class schedules, grades and student athlete academic progress toward degree
• Works with student athletes, coaches, Office of Student Records on all add/drop requests
• Maintains accurate and complete student athlete and departmental files, including a Compliance manual
• Monitors and manages continuing eligibility/satisfactory progress in regards to academic compliance with University, SWAC and NCAA rules
• Provides sports supervision for assigned sports
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in student services, counseling, education, social work or related field
• Two years experience in NCAA Division 1 Athletic Compliance

Licensing and Certifications
N/A

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Occasionally

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds

Travel
Occasionally

Extended Work Hours
Occasionally

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S1150

Number of Vacancies
1

Location
Lorman

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
08/21/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled
No

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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Excellent Benefits Package

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
5. Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
6. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)

Optional Documents