Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 10588
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Org Marketing Statement
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Hispanic Serving University specializing in cyber, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic development. With more than 34,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio metropolitan region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. The university embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property-for Texas, the nation and the world. Learn more online, on USTA Today or on TwitterInstagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.
UTSA, situated in a global city that has been a crossroads of peoples and cultures for centuries, values diversity and inclusion in all aspects of university life. As an institution expressly founded to advance the education of Mexican Americans and other underserved communities, our university is committed to ending generations of discrimination and inequity. UTSA, a premier public research university, fosters academic excellence through a community of dialogue, discovery and innovation that embraces the uniqueness of each voice.
Posting End Date
Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 9/2/2023. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary
Salary: Commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours per Week
Exempt Position: 40 hours per week.
Required Application Materials

• Resume is required.
• Cover Letter is preferred.

Essential Functions
Job Summary
Oversight of NCAA compliance program, which includes the implementation of effective policies and procedures that ensure control over UTSA's Intercollegiate Athletics program. Direct, coordinate, implement, facilitate and evaluate a comprehensive NCAA compliance program while serving as a member of the athletics leadership management team.
Core Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the athletics leadership management team.
• Administer and manage a comprehensive NCAA Division I and American Athletic Conference rules compliance program that includes development and implementation.
• Lead compliance program strategic initiatives.
• Serve as primary compliance contact for the department.
• Create, develop and monitor all policies and procedures relative to the compliance program, including, but not limited to recruiting, eligibility, financial aid, playing and practice seasons, student-athlete employment, amateurism, extra benefits and outside income.
• Coordinate, investigate and report violations and filing of waiver requests.
• Maintain squad lists, coordinate rules education program and provide rules interpretations.
• In conjunction with Sports Medicine, coordinate NCAA and institutional drug testing programs.
• Work closely with other departments and offices on campus to implement and maintain appropriate compliance procedures.
• Coordinate the business of the Intercollegiate Athletic Council in conjunction with the Faculty Athletics Representative.
• Work collaboratively with UT System and UTSA Internal Audit departments in areas of risk assessments.
• May serve as a sport administrator for designated sports to be assigned by the Vice President for Athletics.
• Complies with NCAA, Conference and University rules and regulations.
• Demonstrates UTSA core values: Integrity, Excellence, Inclusiveness, Respect, Collaboration and Innovation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Five years of NCAA compliance experience in a Division I university, conference or national association office setting to include:
  • Three years of supervisory experience.
  • Experience with NCAA Compliance Assistance internet (CAi); NCAA Academic Performance Program (APP), NCAA Legislative Services Database for the internet (LDSBi); recruiting/compliance software; Banner, and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated independent decision-making and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of NCAA, conference and university rules and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Law, Masters, or other relevant advanced degree from an accredited institution.
• Seven years of experience in a Division I university or national association office setting.

Working Conditions
Working Environment:

• Office Environment.
• Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events.
• After hours and weekend work is required on an occasional basis.

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary, if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.

This position will be primarily located on campus. At the department's discretion, this position may offer the flexibility of working remotely when needed. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

EO/AA Statement
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.