Director for Compliance

Director for Compliance

Position Number: 980006

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Position Type: Non-Faculty

Job Category: Non-Faculty Professional

Organizational Unit Overview:

The Athletics Department mission is to represent East Carolina University with distinction and create a challenging and supportive environment for student-athletes to excel in the classroom, in competition, and in life. We are committed to the highest standards of character, honesty, effort, and sportsmanship; respecting all people, their personal identities, differences and beliefs; and to provide a safe and equitable environment for student-athletes’ academic, athletic and personal development. The highly visible athletics program is committed to NCAA compliance, comprehensive excellence and to be trustworthy stewards of the aspirations of our student-athletes, the resources we manage, the reputation of our University, and our mission of service.

Job Duties:

Rules Education and Resource

-Provides research and interpretation responses for all NCAA bylaws and College Sports Commission (CSC ) regulations for coaches, student-athletes, department staff, donors, and outside constituents; - Prepare and present NCAA , CSC , AC, and ECU rules education to coaches, staff, student-athletes, and other groups when necessary; -Formulate and update policies and procedures when necessary; -Serve as a liaison to the NCAA , AC, NIL GO and university departments, including submission of required reports, interpretations and waivers, under the direction of the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Compliance; -Work closely with Life Skills to implement educational initiatives related to Name, Image, and Likeness monitoring and education.

Prospect and Student-Athlete – Department Functions

- Manage eligibility certification and monitoring (initial and continuing); - Oversight of transfer eligibility processes while working directly with the University’s Certifying Officer and Student-Athlete Academic Services to certify transfers; - Oversight of transfer processes for all outgoing student-athletes; - Oversight of ECU admissions and monitoring for all freshmen and transfer prospects; - Oversight of international prospect monitoring processes and communicates I-20/VISA tasks to prospects and coaches; - Oversight of amateurism certification; - Oversight of student-athlete participation reports; - Oversight of Medical Hardship Waivers (including Mental Health Waivers) and Medical Roster Exemptions for all sports; - Assist with monitoring various student-athlete compliance forms and processes; - Assist with monitoring NIL Disclosure Forms and contracts in NIL Go; and - Manage student-athlete records and roster maintenance in the applicable databases.

Communication

-Build quality relationships and work collaboratively and professionally with all 18 sport programs and other athletic department staff including, but not limited to: Pirate Club, Marketing, Operations, Academics, Life Skills, Business Office, Media Relations, Leadership Team, etc.; -Serve as a liaison to the FAR , undergraduate and graduate admissions office, global affairs, registrar’s office, and the NCAA Eligibility Center; -Serve as the Transfer Portal Contact for ECU Athletics and NCAA Eligibility Center Contact; and -Serve as a liaison to the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC ).

Other Department Functions -Review and coordinate investigation of known and/or alleged rules violations; -Research and prepare NCAA and Conference waivers; -Coordinate agent registration; -Assist with recruiting monitoring efforts; -Assist with the Compliance Office’s internship program; -Oversight of the Student Manager Review & Approval Process; and -Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Experience:

A bachelor’s degree with at least four years of experience with NCAA compliance responsibilities; or an advanced degree and at least two years of experience with NCAA compliance responsibilities;

Demonstrated interpersonal and verbal communication skills;

Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills; and

Technology proficiency including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, and database systems.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

Master’s degree or higher preferred;

Experience interpreting, researching, and applying NCAA and conference rules and regulations;

Demonstrated experience using NCAA Apps (e.g., LSDBi, Compliance Assistant, RSRO , Transfer Portal), Teamworks, C+R, (or similar program).

Demonstrated ability to gather and analyze data, compile information, and prepare reports and projections;

In-depth knowledge of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA ) eligibility processes and legislation;

Demonstrated ability to mediate conflicts and provide dispute resolution in a fair and objective manner;

Demonstrated experience to manage and oversee confidential information;

Demonstrated planning, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Special Instructions to Applicant:

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Official transcript required within 30 days of employment.

Additional Instructions to Applicant:

• In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

• Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Open Until Filled: Yes

Initial Screening Begins: 06/23/2026

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