Director of Athletics Compliance

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Appalachian State University is hiring a Director of Athletics Compliance. The role involves serving as the primary liaison for various sports, ensuring NCAA rules compliance, educating staff to prevent violations, managing Name, Image, and Likeness compliance initiatives, and facilitating the Agent Registration program under the Senior Director of Athletics Compliance.

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Primary liaison to assigned sports and Athletics Department subdivisions for NCAA rules education and compliance monitoring.
Monitor team personnel, playing/practice seasons, awards, recruiting, and assist with NCAA violation investigations.
Facilitate Name, Image, and Likeness compliance initiatives and Agent Registration program coordination.
Assist in developing and maintaining the Athletic Compliance website and social media content.
Participate in the design and substance of the University’s Athletic Compliance program.
Requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and at least 3 years in NCAA Compliance.
Preferred qualifications include 4-7 years of Division I FBS Athletic Compliance experience and a Master's degree or JD.
Position is full-time, staff/non-faculty, with an annual salary starting around $70,000, commensurate with experience.
Works within the Office of Compliance and Ethics department at Appalachian State University.
Must comply with university, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations; no visa sponsorship is available.

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Position Title	Director of Athletics Compliance
Location	Boone, NC
Faculty Rank	No
Provide Rank	N/A
Position Number	089481
Department	Office of Compliance and Ethics - 640000

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose	The athletic program at Appalachian State University operates on the premise that intercollegiate athletics is an integral part of the institution’s overall program of education. This position will represent the Senior Director of Athletics Compliance in various capacities.
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s Degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience 3 years of experience in NCAA Compliance
License/Certification Required
Preferred Qualifications	4-7 years of experience at a Division I FBS Athletic Compliance Office Master’s Degree/JD
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	The athletic program at Appalachian State University operates on the premise that intercollegiate athletics is an integral part of the institution’s overall program of education. This position will represent the Senior Director of Athletics Compliance in various capacities. The Director of Athletics Compliance reports directly to the Senior Director of Athletics Compliance and assists in the oversight of compliance of NCAA rules to ensure the eligibility of players and educates coaches and staff to prevent violations. Commitment to and compliance with the University’s and Department of Athletics policies and procedures as well as the conference and NCAA constitutions, bylaws, legislation and regulations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include: (50%) Serve as primary liaison to a specific set of sports and subdivisions of the Athletics Department as assigned by the Senior Director of Athletics Compliance. Such liaison responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide NCAA, Sun Belt (or applicable) Conference, and App State legislative interpretations and rules education. Monitor team personnel, playing and practice season, awards, and recruiting activities. Assist with investigating and self-reporting NCAA rules violations. Draft legislative waivers as needed. (20%) Under the supervision of the senior compliance administrator, serve as the primary facilitator of App State’s Name, Image, and Likeness compliance initiatives (e.g. rules education, disclosure, policy development). (10%) Serve as the primary facilitator of App State’s Agent Registration program. (10%) Assist in the development and maintenance of the Athletic Compliance website and social media efforts. (5%) Participate in the design and substance of the University’s Athletic Compliance program. (5%) Any other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Athletics Compliance.
Type of Position	Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty	Staff/Non-Faculty
VISA Sponsorship?	VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Appointment Type	1.0
Work Schedule/Hours	Varies
Number of Hours Per Week	40+
Number of Months Per Year	12
Mandatory Staff	No
Suggested Salary Range	$70,000 (Commensurate with experience)
Physical Demands of Position	To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date	04/06/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins	04/19/2026
Proposed Date of Hire
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please submit the following: Resume Cover letter List of three professional references with contact information in your application.
Search Chair Name	Preston Wages
Search Chair Email	wagespm@appstate.edu
Quick Link	https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/53704
Posting Number	201501753P

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