Director of Compliance - Eligibility

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Job Information:

Title:

Director of Compliance - Eligibility

Classification Title:

Academic Professional

Job Location or Region:

Urbana-Champaign - 133

Job Description Reason:

Vacancy

Appointment Type:

Permanent

Position Number:

U83089

Position Class Code:

NABGA-DIR  ATHRC COMPL

Employee Group:

B - Academic Professionals

COA:

1 - Urbana

Organization Code:

336000

Organization Name:

Intercollegiate Athletics

College/Administrative Unit:

NU-Div Intercollegiate Athletics

HR Information:

Full Time Equivalent (FTE):

1

Is this position Security Sensitive?

Is this a Protection of Minors position?

Purchasing Authority of $5,000 or more?

Supervisory Authority of 20 or more?

Regular Driver?

Organizational Relationship:

Chancellor

Director, Division of Intercollegiate Athletics

Deputy Director of Athletics

Senior Associate Athletic Director, Chief Integrity Officer

Associate Athletic Director, Compliance

Director of Compliance - Eligibility

PRIMARY POSITION FUNCTION/SUMMARY

Serve as compliance officer in DIA, monitoring and verifying department remains in NCAA compliance.

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Eligibility Certification

 • Collaborate with participating campus officers to facilitate, document and monitor the certification of initial-eligibility for all varsity student-athletes. 

 • Coordinate, document and monitor the certification of eligibility for all student-athletes. 

 • Work closely with the Registrar’s office when certifying all eligibility 

 • Coordinate and manage the collection of all documentation required to certify the continuing eligibility of all varsity student-athletes.

 • Complete and ensure the continuing accuracy of NCAA Squad Lists and Big Ten Certified Eligibility Lists. 

 • Evaluate, update and operate the system and procedures utilized to certify the eligibility of varsity student-athletes.

 • Communicate eligibly status of varsity student-athletes to appropriate coaches and administrative staff.

 • Collaborate with campus in the review and submission of NCAA reports (APR/GSR)

50%

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Rules Elgibility and Interpretations - Assigned Sports

 • Develop and conduct comprehensive rules education program for multiple constituencies, including but not limited to, coaches, student-athletes, faculty, staff and boosters on all NCAA, Big Ten Conference and University rules.

 • Provide specific sport(s) with NCAA and Big Ten Conference rule interpretations.

 • Maintain knowledge of and compliance with specific NCAA, Big Ten Conference and institutional rules by participating in on-going educational opportunities that relate to this position.

 • Serve as compliance liaison to specific sports

 • Collect, review, and audit playing and practice season declarations and sort schedules for compliance with NCAA and institutional rules

 • Research, prepare and file NCAA and Big Ten waiver and self-reports

 • Monitor coaching staff limrts and coordinate certification to recruit

50%

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

2 years of experience working in athletics, academic administration, student affairs, enrollment management, academic advising, or organizational administration required; equivalent education/experience considered.

Possess demonstrated knowledge of NCAA rules.

Specialty Factors:

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree

Possess a thorough knowledge of NCAA rules, excellent communication skills, the ability and desire to perform accurate detail-oriented work and computer proficiency

Previous employment experience at an NCAA member institution, with eligibility certification and/or advising

Maintain knowledge of, and compliance with, specific NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and institution rules that are related to this position is required.

Championship Mindset & Expectations

Understands and displays professionalism and integrity that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff;

Prioritizes and contributes to the life changing student-athlete experience;

Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations;

Commitment to the Athletics Department and University's mission and values;

Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays, team travel; and

Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Providing this information helps ensure that the essential functions of the position are fully documented for the benefit of employees, applicants, and the university.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

Work Schedule, Travel, or Other Job Expectations:

May work nights and weekends

Manager Approval

Manager Approver

Wilber, Benjy

Date Approved/Finalized

8/17/2026