Position Function:
Responsible for coordinating the education, interpretations, and monitoring procedures to better ensure compliance with NCAA, Conference, and University Rules and Regulations. Assists in the monitoring of student-athlete recruitment, financial aid, as well as a rules education program, and interpretations of rules and the investigation of rule infractions.
Salary Grade: 13
Please see Staff Compensation Structure.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Monitors NCAA Operating Bylaws, which includes knowledge, oversight, and documentation of the appropriate provisions of Bylaws 10-17.
2. Provides rules education and interpretation for coaches, staff, student-athletes, recruits, and boosters which includes, but is not limited to the following.
a. Develops and maintains a detailed knowledge of NCAA Manual, the Southeastern Conference Constitution and Bylaws, and the policies and procedures of Mississippi State University.
b. Continually review the NCAA News for information on new or altered regulations with specific attention to official interpretations provided by the NCAA and SEC.
c. Periodic attendance at NCAA Conference and professional organizational conferences, workshops and rules seminars designed to provide additional knowledge and training.
d. Respond to questions raised by coaches, student-athletes, athletic department personnel and the public regarding NCAA and Conference rules.
e. Provide interpretations regarding NCAA and Conference rules.
f. Seminars providing information to the above named people regarding NCAA and Conference rules, rules changes, and rules interpretations.
g. Seminars providing information specifically to new personnel regarding NCAA and Conference rules, rules changes, and rules interpretations.
h. Disseminate information to coaches, student-athletes, athletic department personnel regarding NCAA and Conference rules.
i. Written and verbal communication to boosters regarding NCAA and Conference rules.
j. Communication between the Mississippi State University Compliance Office and the NCAA and Conference.
k. Appropriate educational material initiated for the purpose of educating the public regarding permissible activities involving student-athletes.
3. Investigates possible rules infractions and reports confirmed infractions to the Conference and NCAA.
4. Responsible for completing and submitting all NCAA and Conference Compliance Forms to include the following.
a. Student-athlete statement.
b. Drug-testing consent.
c. Student-athletes’ Affirmation of Eligibility.
d. Information and Sports Sponsorship Form.
e. APR and GSR reports.
5. Coordinates the monitoring of the following areas.
a. Student-athletes off-campus housing.
b. Automobile registration.
c. Awards.
d. Booster clubs.
e. Jobs program.
f. Equipment and apparel control.
g. Meals at Mississippi State University Dining Facility.
h. Medical expenses.
i. Playing and practice sessions.
j. Summer camps.
k. Tickets: student-athletes.
l. Serves as liaison between the athletic department and the NCAA Eligibility Center.
m. Coordinates and administers elite student-athlete program (agents, insurance).
n. Serves as liaison between the athletic department and NCAA Membership Affairs.
o. Monitors the distribution of Graduation Rates Report (Bylaw 13.3.1.2).
6. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in related field with one (1) year of experience in related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree and further experience working within a campus environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of University, SEC, and NCAA policies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with various constituents.
• Proficiency in the use of computer.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to travel.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
• Occasional and/or light lifting required. Limited exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc., but none to the point of being disagreeable. May involve minor safety hazards where likely result would be cuts, bruises, etc.
• Work hours are unpredictable and may require nights and weekends; frequent interruptions based on changing priorities; involves occasional exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor.
• Job frequently requires sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands.
• Job occasionally requires standing, walking, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
Instructions for Applying:
Please attach your Resume and cover letter to the Application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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