Director for Compliance

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.

The Director of Compliance will report to the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Compliance and will assist and oversee various aspects within the ECU Athletics compliance department. This individual will help to ensure all 18 varsity sports are in compliance with NCAA, American Conference (AC), and ECU regulations. The Director of Compliance will serve as a liaison to ECU campus departments, research and disseminate interpretive responses, research and prepare NCAA waivers, and educate ECU coaches, staff, student-athletes, prospects, and donors regarding NCAA, AC, and institutional rules. Additionally, this position will serve as an NIL contact for student-athletes, and implement NIL educational initiatives and programming for coaches, student-athletes, donors, etc.

This position provides leadership and support to internal and external constituents.

Nights, weekends, holidays, and travel may be required in the performance of duties.

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.

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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.

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.

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Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

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