Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance and Eligibility - Athletics

Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance and Eligibility - Athletics

Salary

$0.00 Monthly

Location

Cape Girardeau, MO

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600060

Division

Athletics

Department

Athletics

Opening Date

03/26/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance & Eligibility

Department of Intercollegiate Athletics

Full Time

Southeast Missouri State University seeks applicants for a 12-month, full-time position of Assistant Director of Athletics for Compliance and Eligibility. This position reports to the Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics and is a member of the department's senior leadership team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides leadership to the department relative to education, monitoring, enforcement and maintenance of a culture of NCAA compliance
• Administers the department's compliance program and recommends appropriate actions to ensure compliance throughout the department is consistent with Ohio Valley Conference and NCAA regulations
• Assigns, directs and effectively supervises Compliance Office and Athletic Academic Support Services
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of NCAA rules compliance, as well as legislative and academic initiatives
• Serves as liaison between coaches and institution's Office of Admissions and Student Financial Services offices
• Directs a comprehensive compliance education program
• Works collaboratively with institution's Student Financial Services office to monitor financial aid offers and renewals
• Investigates and reports rules infractions
• Monitors compliance budget, Student Assistance Fund, and department's overall scholarship budget
• Prepares waivers and assists with filing annual reports
• Attends athletic events as required

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent
• Experience with NCAA compliance and eligibility processes on an institution's campus, NCAA national office or conference office
• Thorough knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
• Understanding of or experience using the NCAA Compliance Assistant program
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions while under pressure of meeting deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with coaches, students, faculty, community and media
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service

Required Information & Deadline

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials listed below must be received by April 9, 2026. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.

To Apply: Submit the following items by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page. You will need to submit the following in order for your application to be complete:

• Letter of interest addressing required qualifications
• Current resume
• Names and contact information of three professional references will be asked for at a later date, if not submitted

Additional Information

Department Website: Department of Intercollegiate Athletics

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

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Southeast Missouri State University provides an excellent benefits package. For complete benefit details visit our website at https://semo.edu/hr.

Employer Southeast Missouri State University

Address 1 University Plaza

Cape Girardeau, Missouri, 63701

Phone (573) 651-2206

Website http://www.semo.edu