Assistant Director of Athletic Compliance

Houston Christian University - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

About the position

The Assistant Director of Athletics Compliance at Houston Christian University is responsible for supporting the head coach in recruiting and mentoring student-athletes, ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations, and managing various administrative tasks. This role emphasizes character development, academic support, and adherence to compliance standards within the athletic department.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach with recruiting and teaching skills to student-athletes.
• Mentor athletes in academic and personal character development.
• Proactively monitor and educate athletic department personnel on NCAA compliance.
• Analyze and evaluate prospective student-athlete eligibility and transfer eligibility.
• Utilize NCAA platforms for record keeping and monitoring.
• Identify potential APR issues and provide solutions.
• Oversee financial literacy training for first-year student-athletes.
• Serve as the main contact for Spry compliance software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Master's Degree preferred in sports management, law, business, or education.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong knowledge of NCAA and Southland Conference rules.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with NCAA compliance software.
• Familiarity with recruiting monitoring services.

Benefits

• Access to cultural advantages of a large metropolitan area.
• Opportunities for professional development within the university.