Details

Posted: 09-Sep-25

Location: Akron, Ohio

Type: Full-time

Categories:

Operations Operations - Compliance

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Required Education:

4 Year Degree

Internal Number: JR102266

Director - Compliance | The University of Akron Director - Compliance The University of Akron

Location: Akron, OH 44325

Job Summary:

Responsible for assisting in the administration of a comprehensive compliance program that includes rules education, monitoring, reporting, and general support of the compliance efforts of all student-athletes, staff, and external constituents. Provide administrative support to the Compliance Office. Relieve supervisor from select Compliance initiatives in the areas of monitoring and rules education.

Essential Functions: 30% Prepare and execute paperwork for prospective student-athletes, current student-athletes, coaches and staff, and external entities. 20% Other duties as assigned by Associate AD for Compliance or the athletics leadership team. 10% Manage system of distribution of student-athlete, post-eligibility, and auxiliary student athletics aid. 10% Support Associate AD for Compliance in developing and implementing athletics compliance policies and procedures. 10% Develop and implement educational initiatives for student-athletes, staff, and external constituents. 10% Provide support in the implementation and maintenance of the athletics compliance database, its workflows, and other functions. 10% Monitor institutional recruiting systems, including, but not limited to, coach recruiting activities, and act as a liaison in the process of admitting incoming student-athletes and certifying their eligibility.

Education:

Requires a relevant bachelor’s degree.

Licenses/Certifications/Requirements:

None.

Experience:

Requires a minimum of 1 year working experience in an NCAA Athletics Department with a minimum of 6 months in NCAA Compliance required. Basic computer knowledge including capabilities in word processing, spreadsheet and database software packages required. Strong interpersonal, problem-solving and research skills required. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be flexible in evolving compliance landscapes required.

Additional Position Information:

Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin on September 18, 2025.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and attach a resume, a cover letter, and a list of three professional references to your profile. Please include contact information, including email addresses, for your professional references.

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We look forward to reviewing your application and considering you for this rewarding opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives.

FLSA Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Union Affiliation:

Not Applicable

For Assistance:

Contact: Sena Jodoin
Email: sjodoin@uakron.edu

Background Check Statement:

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of credentials and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

Non-Discrimination Statement:

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement:

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.

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