DIRECTOR OF COMPLIANCE - University of Washington

Req #: 240130 Department: INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS Posting Date: 10/17/2024 Closing Info: Closes On 10/24/2024 Salary: $6,500 - $7,084 per month Limited Recruitment: **Open to UW Employees only** Shift: First Shift Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230119\_a11y.pdf) Washington Athletics aims to inspire champions in competition and in the classroom. We exist to enrich the lives of students to positively impact our community and world for generations to come. Operating with the four core values of growth mindset, committed service, humility and grit, the Huskies choose to lead by example. All Husky Athletics staff make an **IMPACT** by committing to creating a purpose driven culture that impacts students and our greater community. We engage in **GROWTH** through dynamic conversations, embracing creativity, and recognizing that every challenge represents an opportunity to learn. We are a **COMMUNITY** who strive to create experiences for our stakeholders every single day. At our core is the belief that **INCLUSION** means creating spaces and places that reflect equity, advocacy and belonging for all. With over 650 student-athletes participating in UW's 22 sports programs, the department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to providing student-athletes with the ability to compete for national and conference championships while working toward a degree from one of the world's leading public research universities. For more detailed information, please visit our Washington Athletics Candidate Dashboard. ( https://gohuskies.com/sports/2023/8/26/ica-candidate-dashboard.aspx) This position reports to the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Compliance. RESPONSIBILITIES - Compliance Sport Contact (50%) Serve as a sport contact for assigned programs. Provide rules interpretations, file waivers, and implement compliance education plans for coaches and student-athletes for assigned sports programs. Eligibility and Admissions (30%) Independently review and determine initial and transfer eligibility of incoming student-athletes by evaluating transcripts with regards to NCAA and the conference eligibility regulations. Counsel prospective student-athletes and coaches on NCAA eligibility and admission requirements. Write initial eligibility and transfer waivers as needed. Provide accurate interpretive information regarding initial eligibility. Review and monitor eligibility of any prospects that may trigger the NCAA Prospective Student-Athlete Review process. Prepare freshman and transfer eligibility reports. Provide accurate interpretive information regarding initial eligibility. Rosters (5%) Oversight of all aspects of student-athlete rosters, including maintenance of changes in compliance software, tracking changes, communication with internal ICA units related to rosters, and day-to-day tracking for gender equity. Education (10%) Assist the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Compliance with the implementation of the Compliance education program. Responsible for the creation of compliance educational materials and organization of in-person educational sessions for coaches, department, and outside entities. Other duties as assigned: (5%) Supervisory duties for legal externs. Assist with special projects as assigned. Work closely with athletic department staff members and outside entities such as the ticket office, business office, housing and food services, regarding compliance areas of responsibility. This requires highly specialized knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations and how they integrate with institutional guidelines. Must be able to identify and resolve problems and issues in a timely manner using independent judgment and decision-making abilities. Assist with NCAA and conference rules interpretations. Assist in providing rules education for coaches, student-athletes, administrators, and representatives of athletics interests. Work directly with ICA staff, coaches, and student-athletes to promote a positive compliance environment, maintaining compliance with the University, Conference and NCAA regulations, federal and state laws. Compliance with the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, conference, the State of Washington, and any other governing body is of paramount importance to the University. The overall responsibility of this position is for the successful operation of the program in full compliance with all such rules and regulations. As a condition of employment, the Employee shall be required to participate in rules education programs offered by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. **MINIMUM REQUIUREMENTS -** Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years of related working experience. Applicant must have a working knowledge of NCAA regulations, NCAA Legislative Services Database, and the NCAA Eligibility Center. Must have strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, and the ability to assume a variety of independent responsibilities and tasks assigned. Must be able to work under pressure in a busy and diverse environment handling confidential and sensitive information in a professional manner. Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail and to prioritize and complete several tasks to meet deadlines. Must have a working knowledge of Word, Excel, and database applications. DESIREABLE - Post-graduate degree desirable. Background and experience in NCAA compliance at a Division I institution. Direct experience with Bylaw 15 and a working knowledge of FAFSA and federal financial aid regulations. University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.