Job Summary

Under the direct oversight of the Associate AD of Compliance, the Director of Compliance assumes a pivotal leadership role within our NCAA Division I Athletics program. Tasked with overseeing a spectrum of administrative and technical functions, this position demands a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and meticulous attention to detail. The incumbent will spearhead the application and enforcement of policies and procedures, ensuring unwavering adherence to NCAA and Conference mandates. With a focus on evaluating departmental matters concerning compliance as it relates to financial aid and rules education. The Director of Compliance plays a critical role in safeguarding the integrity and success of our Athletic Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Educate Coaches and Students on NCAA, Conference, and University Systems - Explain NCAA, Conference, LBSU, and CSU rules to coaches, athletic department staff, institutional staff and students-athletes ensuring comprehensive understanding of their interactions with internal campus policies and procedures. Clarify the implications of these systems on NCAA regulations, emphasizing adherence and compliance through meticulous evaluation.
• Coordinate Athletic Scholarships and NCAA Compliance - Assist the Business Office staff in assessing eligibility for Academic Incentive funds in accordance with Federal Financial Aid regulation, while documenting and administering the allocation of these awards to students’ accounts. Collaborate with coaches and financial aid office to manage the awarding of athletic scholarships, while monitoring team limits/counters according to NCAA rules.
• Manage Compliance Operations - Manage the approval and processing of unofficial visits and official visits through ARMS, ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations. Review and maintain recruiting records, including contact, evaluation, and telephone logs for all coaches on a monthly basis.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Ability to independently initiate and execute tasks. Ability to strategically plan work and projects that align with department objectives. Ability to establish a strong community presence (among season ticket holders, donors, etc.) to educate, remind, and guide external stakeholder s within the compliance framework. Ability to guide others in policy and procedures in support of the athletics department and the university. Strong customer service skills over the telephone, in person, and through written communication. Must be proficient in the use of basic computer applications.

Organizational Savvy – Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics. Drives Results – Consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances and thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student, and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

Education and Experience

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and four years of related experience required.

Preferred:

• 2-3 years’ experience working in an NCAA compliance office, conference, or the national office.

• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations preferred.

• Knowledge of financial aid policy and procedures preferred.

• Experience with ARMS software.

• Experience with NCAA applications such as LSDBi & RSRO.

Physical Summary

• Light work - Job involves some lifting of medium weight objects (10-20 pounds) and/or 10% - 20% of the job involves standing or walking.

Department

Department of Athletics

Classification

Admin Analyst/Specialist Exempt II

Compensation

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.

CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $5,273 - $9,537 per month.

Benefits

Excellent benefits through CalPERS (health, vision, dental), tuition fee waiver, generous vacation and sick leave, and 14 paid holidays each year.

Time Base

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

Duration of Appointment

This is a temporary position for 1 year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Application Procedures

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PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. It is important that all sections of the on-line application are filled out completely and accurately. Please include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Additional Information

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

Long Beach State Athletics is committed to following NCAA, Big West Conference, Golden Coast Conference, and Mountain Pacific Sports Federation rules and regulations. Therefore, the incumbent is required to maintain a working knowledge of these rules and regulations.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).

California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.

Equal Employment Statement

California State University Long Beach is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.

Accommodations

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.

Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.