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Job Title: Assistant Athletic Director – Compliance
Department: Athletics
Institution: Kutztown University
Summary:
This position is responsible for assisting the Director of athletics in ensuring the Kutztown University intercollegiate athletics program operates in full compliance with all NCAA, Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE), and University rules and regulations. The Assistant Athletic Director – Compliance will oversee all aspects of compliance, including eligibility, financial aid, recruiting, and reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
* compliance Oversight: Assist in the advancement and implementation of a thorough compliance program.
* Eligibility:
* Certify initial and continuing student-athlete eligibility accurately.
* Process student-athlete NLI (National Letter of Intent) and grant-in-aid agreements.
* Serve as the primary liaison with the NCAA Eligibility Center.
* Prepare and file waivers and process releases (hardship, two-year college transfers, etc.).
* Prepare eligibility lists for all intercollegiate sports.
* Monitoring & Reporting:
* Monitor playing and practice season limitations for all intercollegiate sports.
* Monitor receipt of recruiting logs for intercollegiate sports.
* Administrative & Supervisory:
* Hire, evaluate, and supervise student interns and student employees.
* Assist with game day operations, event coverage, and team travel as assigned.
* Collaboration: Build and maintain partnerships with faculty, the offices of Financial Aid, the Registrar, and Admissions.
* communication & Meetings:
* Attend weekly operations meetings, department staff meetings, and provide updates on relevant issues.
* Serve on University committees as necessary.
* Other Duties: Perform duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Performance Evaluation:
In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, performance review and evaluation will be based on effective teaching (if applicable), fulfillment of professional responsibilities, continuing scholarly growth and professional development, and service.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Sports Management, Athletic Management, Higher Education).
* Minimum of two years of experience in NCAA Division I or Division II compliance office.
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
* Experience with NCAA databases and websites (LSDBi, Compliance Assistant, Requests/Self-Reports Online).
* Strong verbal, written, interpersonal communication, and presentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with ARMS Compliance software.
* Experience with Banner Student Information System.
About Kutztown University:
Kutztown University enrolls approximately 9,000 students in graduate and undergraduate programs. The University is located adjacent to the borough of Kutztown in a rural setting, with convenient access to Allentown/Bethlehem, Reading, and Philadelphia. Kutztown University is committed to hiring employees with experience working with diverse populations.
Key Improvements & Clarifications Made:
* Formatting: Improved readability with bullet points and clear headings.
* Specificity: Added examples to clarify responsibilities (e.g.,types of waivers).
* terminology: Used standard NCAA terminology (NLI).
* Context: Added context to the “About Kutztown University” section.
* Removed redundancy: Streamlined phrasing for conciseness.
Disclaimer: I have used my knowledge and web search capabilities to verify the information presented. However, job descriptions can change. Always refer to the official Kutztown University job posting for the most up-to-date and accurate information.