posting number:position title:director, athletics compliance
fte:1.0
position type:staff
department:athletics director
job summary/basic function:about this role:
the director for compliance reports directly to the vice president, director of athletics and serves as the chief compliance officer for the athletics department. the successful candidate will lead the department's compliance efforts on campus and work with a third-party vendor in areas including education, monitoring, and enforcement, and will serve as a key advisor to the athletic director, senior staff, and coaching staff on compliance matters. this position will ensure compliance operations are conducted in accordance with ncaa, conference, lamar university and texas state university system (tsus) rules and regulations.
what you'll do - position responsibilities:
compliance leadership and oversight
- oversee the day-to-day operations of the compliance office, including ensuring adherence to ncaa rules and regulations.
- lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of policies and procedures designed to maintain institutional control.
- serve as the liaison between the department and the ncaa or conference on compliance-related matters.
education, interpretation, and interdepartmental collaboration- act as the primary resource for educating athletics staff, coaches, student-
athletes, and other stakeholders on ncaa and conference rules. - along with a third-party vendor, provide timely interpretations of complex rules
and regulations to support informed decision-making across the department. - collaborate with the registrar, financial aid office, and academic support staff as
needed for student-athlete eligibility and related matters.
monitoring, reporting, and technology management- manage compliance technology platforms (e.g., arms or similar systems) to
streamline monitoring and reporting activities. - ensure accurate and timely submission of mandatory ncaa and conference
reports/documents. - coordinate the documentation, investigation, and resolution of potential
compliance violations in conjunction with a third-party vendor. - prepare and submit self-reports and waiver requests to the ncaa and
conference office, as needed.
key competencies: (ksas - knowledge skills and abilities)- must possess a keen attention to detail, be highly data driven, and have excellent written and oral communication skills.
- proven track record with building and maintaining positive professional relationships with various stakeholders.
- proven experience and success in finding innovative and creative solutions to complex challenges and opportunities.
- strict adherence to established ncaa, conference, lamar university and texas state university system rules and regulations.
physical requirements: this position required sitting and standing for extended periods of time and lifting up to 25 pounds while performing du ties as described within the essential functions.
job conditions: duties are typically performed within athletics facilities and other buildings or outdoors. may require occasional travel and evening/weekend hours based on athletic event schedules.
who we are: home to more than 17,000 students, lamar university is among the fastest growing texas colleges and universities. lu is a member of the texas state university system, which is the first higher education system of texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in texas. with more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, lamar students are always proud to be cardinals. lamar university strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.
lamar university is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.
benefits:- health, dental & vision insurance
- life insurance
- state of texas retirement plans
- tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
- paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays.
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benefits - lamar university minimum qualifications:- bachelor's degree in a field related to the essential job functions.
- minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in ncaa compliance, athletics administration, or a related field.
- demonstrated knowledge of ncaa division i rules, policies, and governance.
eeo statement:lamar university is an equal opportunity employer
veteran's preference statement:lamar university is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with texas 805 government code, section 657.003.
preferred qualifications:- master's degree in a field related to the essential job functions.
- 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in ncaa compliance, athletics administration, or a related field.
security sensitive statement:this position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the texas education code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
salary:commensurate
posting date:07/17/2025
close date:10/20/2025
open until filled:no
special instructions:finalists for this position are subject to a criminal history background check, employment history check, and off-list reference checks. applicants are required to sign an authorization for release of prior employment records to lamar university. we will only contact prior employers and off-list references for finalists.
