USCAA

Serve on an eight-member staff performing functions related to compliance, risk management, rules and policy monitoring, education, and training for a 340-member full-time employee base of staff and coaches, 500-plus student-athletes, Longhorn Foundation donors, fans and the University community.

Responsibilities

Support Texas Athletics in monitoring the daily operations of assigned NCAA bylaws. All assigned duties are designed to ensure the Athletics Risk Management and Compliance Services office continuously assesses and demonstrates that The University of Texas at Austin meets the National Collegiate Athletic Association's definition of institutional control and adheres to applicable University policies and/or state and federal regulations. This includes, but is not limited to, evaluating and detecting infractions, monitoring, documenting, educating, and developing policies and procedures. In accordance with office policy, coordinate and conduct office monitoring, education, and training initiatives related to NCAA bylaws 11 (personnel), 13 (recruiting), 16 (awards and benefits), 17 (playing and practice seasons), and provide administrative support for Texas Athletics risk management program and processes Maintain office policies and procedures and ensure they operate as outlined in assigned areas Research and respond to interpretive issues Prepare and conduct rules education initiatives in assigned areas Draft waivers for submission to the NCAA and/or Big 12 Conference Draft/report violations to the Big 12 and/or NCAA. Consistently exemplify the core values (Diversity, Integrity, Accountability, Loyalty, Excellence, Creativity, Teamwork) and quality standards (Safety, Texas Hospitality, Teamwork, Efficiency) of Texas Athletics. Always act ethically. Proactively seek guidance when unsure or unclear of a law, rule or policy applicable to you or your department/sport program. Actively participate in assigned education and training programs. Comply with all laws, policies, rules and regulations set forth by the Board of Regents of The University of Texas System, The University of Texas at Austin, NCAA, Big 12, or other governing body, including state and federal laws. Annually obtain prior written approval and report all outside activities and outside income. Report knowledge of, or reasonable cause to believe, violation(s) of state or federal laws, policies, rules, or regulations of the University, Big 12 Conference, or NCAA to IA ARMCS or IA HR. Fully cooperate with any investigation by providing complete and accurate information when requested to do so by Texas Athletics and/or the NCAA and do not influence others in any way during an investigation. In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Texas Education Code Sec. 51.252, this position may be a Non-Confidential Employee as defined by University policies on Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Interpersonal Violence and Stalking. As a Non-Confidential Employee, individuals employed in this position will report incidents of such prohibited conduct to the University’s Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator as required by applicable law or University policy. An employee who does not report an incident or who makes a false report is subject to termination and may be charged with a criminal offense (Class A or Class B misdemeanor). For more information about employee responsibilities under Title IX, including information about confidential employee reporting exceptions, please visit the Title IX website at http://titleix.utexas.edu.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or other advanced degree. Experience working with NCAA compliance issues in an athletics department, conference office, NCAA national office and/or other similar organization. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to perform at a high level of accomplishment. Demonstrates excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communication, and presentation skills. Excellent PC skills using standard office automation software (e.g. Microsoft Office). Upholds high ethical standards and core values, maintains integrity, has professional demeanor and understands professional boundaries. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree or other advanced degree. At least one-year experience working with NCAA compliance issues in an athletics department, conference office, NCAA national office and/or other similar organization. Working knowledge of NCAA and other athletics compliance-related software systems (e.g., NCAA CA/LSDBi, Front Rush/ARMS/Jump Forward, Teamworks, Opendorse Monitor). Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to perform at a high level of accomplishment