Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 9/29/2025.

Position Summary:

Organize, direct, and administer all aspects of the University of Northern Colorado’s (UNC) athletics compliance program. This position exists to ensure institutional control, maintain adherence to NCAA and Big Sky Conference regulations, and protect the integrity of UNC Athletics.

Job Duties:

Leadership Team Participation (5%)
Serve as a member of the Athletics Leadership Team.
Provide impactful leadership to UNC student-athletes, coaches, and staff.

Oversight of Compliance and Eligibility Operations (50%)
Provide strong, innovative leadership in all compliance and eligibility functions. Responsibilities include setting strategic goals, ensuring accountability, and maintaining effective communication across the department.
A. Education
Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive education programs for student-athletes, coaches, staff, donors, and external constituents.
Ensure education programs are efficient, innovative (e.g., web-based), and exceed NCAA, Conference, and institutional standards.
B. Monitoring
Oversee and refine UNC’s compliance monitoring systems.
Manage technology systems (e.g., JumpForward) to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
C. Eligibility Certification
Lead the eligibility certification process in partnership with faculty athletics representatives and university offices (Admissions, Registrar).
Maintain databases (e.g., SharePoint), streamline processes, and implement NCAA best practices.
D. Roster Management
Oversee roster management processes with effective communication, checks and balances, and NCAA CAi software utilization.
E. Academic Review/Admissions
Coordinate with the Student-Athlete Academic Success Center on academic reviews.
Serve as primary contact for NCAA Eligibility Center, ACT, and SAT testing centers.
F. NCAA/Conference Waivers, Reports, and Forms
Prepare and submit NCAA and Big Sky forms, waivers, and mandated reports.
Analyze and ensure accuracy of information before submission.
G. Rules Interpretation and Violation Management
Provide timely and accurate rules interpretations.
Investigate alleged violations, prepare self-reports, and coordinate corrective action with senior leadership and faculty representatives.
H. Compliance Audits
Assist with annual internal audits in coordination with the University Auditor and General Counsel.
Serve as the athletics liaison for NCAA/Conference external audits.
Compliance Department Leadership (30%)
Serve as UNC’s primary Compliance Director.
Supervise compliance staff, oversee JumpForward operations, and ensure staff training.
Build strong relationships with University departments (Admissions, Financial Aid, Registrar, General Counsel).
Serve as the main contact with the NCAA and collaborate with the Faculty Athletics Representative.

Financial Aid Policy/Processes (15%)
Assist with the development and oversight of policies governing athletic financial aid (academic year, summer, medical aid, etc.).
Ensure compliance with NCAA regulations and effective use of CAi software.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

Experience:
Minimum of three years of full-time NCAA Division I compliance experience. Must have integrity, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills required

Ability:
Knowledge of NCAA compliance software, LSDBi, RSRO, Microsoft Office Suite; preferred experience with Banner and JumpForward (or equivalent).

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognized as a top university for social mobility, UNC is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution and to serve more than 44% of our undergraduates who are the first in their family to attend college. UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

EEO Statement
The University of Northern Colorado offers an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the UNC community. In accordance with federal and state law, UNC prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. UNC also prohibits discrimination based on gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure UNC’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations
The University of Northern Colorado is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 970-351-2718 or human.resources@unco.edu.

Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

Clery Act
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