Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedManager, Compliance and NCAA Liaisonat its Detroit campus location.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Essential Functions (job Duties)
Job Purpose
Responsible for the University's overall compliance with NCAA and Conference legislation including rules education, interpretation of bylaws and codes, monitoring and mentoring of university constituencies regarding legislation and preparation of reports and waivers. Develop a variety of detailed reports, informational pieces, and analysis. This position reports to the Associate Athletic Director of Student Support Services.
Essential Functions
Process and monitor all athletics financial aid and scholarships.
Provide leadership to compliance staff.
Manage and maintain NCAA and compliance systems and software.
Review and determine initial and continuing eligibility for all student-athletes, compile and submit all eligibility checklists.
Responsible for writing and submitting all NCAA violations, waivers, appeals and interpretation requests.
National Letter of Intent (NLI) processing, distribution, collection, and submission.
Establish rules education initiatives and delivering information/lessons to coaches and staff.
Serve as liaison to the financial aid, registrar, and housing offices.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
WORK CONTEXT
Job Reports to: Associate Director
Leadership Accountability: Develops policy and strategic plans.
Supervisory Accountability: Supervises associates below supervisory level.
Organizational Accountability: Manages sub-unit of a department.
Financial Accountability: Monitors expenditures
Customer Accountability: Interfaces with regulatory authorities
Freedom to Act: Subject to general input from supervisor
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's degree
Additional Education Information: Graduation from an accredited college or university. Master's Degree preferred.
Experience
Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)
Two years’ experience in athletics rules and compliance.
Previous supervisory experience involving the development and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures.
Previous experience managing people.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS:Excellent oral and written communication skills.
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:Effective interpersonal and customer service skills. Must demonstrate and possess a high level of professional integrity, ethics, and confidentiality. Ability to handle pressure situations including dealing with sensitive and confidential situations.
PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS:Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Identifies and solves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes data skillfully.
ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS:Demonstrated skills in attention to detail, prioritizing work assignments and responding to deadlines. Must also demonstrate effective organization and management skills.
BUSINESS ACUMEN:Understands objectives and mission of department and work unit; looks for ways to improve process and quality. Knowledgeable of University admissions and financial aid procedures. Must possess a solid commitment to student academic achievements. Knowledge of university operations. A good working understanding of the student athlete experience and its relationship to the university’s mission.
TECHNICAL SKILLS:Excellent computer skills. Knowledge of Legislative Services Database - NCAA Database (LSDBI), Banner and Compliance Assistant - NCAA Database (CAI).
BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE:A thorough knowledge of NCAA legislation and database access.
School/College/Division
Preferred qualifications:
H90 - Athletics
Primary Department
H9001 Athletics
Employment Type
- Job category: Staff/Administrative
- Regular Employee
- Job type: Full Time
Funding/salary Information
- Compensation type: Annual Salary
- Salary hire maximum: $65,000
- Salary minimum: $55,000
Working Conditions
Typical office environment. Work is performed in an office setting with no unusual hazards.
Job Openings
- Number of openings: 1
- Reposted position: No
- Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)
Background Check Requirements
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
