Job Description
Position Details Get to Know Us! Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. Marshall University's mission, inspired by our Vision and Creed, includes a commitment to:
- Offer a wide range of high quality, affordable, and accessible undergraduate, graduate, and professional education that prepares students to think, learn, work, and live in an evolving global society.
- Create opportunities and experiences to foster understanding and appreciation of the rich diversity of thought and culture.
- Maintain a dynamic intellectual, artistic, and cultural life by promoting and supporting research and creative activities by undergraduates, graduates, and faculty.
- Contribute to the quality of life of the community, region, and beyond through applied research, economic development, health care, and cultural enrichment.
- Cultivate the development of an inclusive, just, and equitable community.
Come Meet Marshall and discover what it means to be part of the Marshall University family!
Come join our Herd! We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below.
- Work week is 37.5 hrs.
- A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break!
- Holidays - Employees receive 13 Paid Holidays
- Annual and Sick Leave - Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year. ) Employee Leave
- Health Insurance - Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans.
- Educational/Tuition Benefits - Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.
- Retirement Plans - Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).
- Life Insurance - Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.
- Wellness Programs - PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program.
We are . . . Marshall! Position Information
Position Title Associate Athletic Director, Compliance & Governance
Banner Position Number 001348
E-Class NC - Nonclassified - .53 or >
Department Legal Counsel - MU1060
Job Description The Senior Associate Athletics Director for Compliance and Governance is responsible for the day-to-day administration and operations of a comprehensive compliance and rules education program for 18 sports to ensure adherence to all NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations. The position will serve as the department's liaison for multiple offices on campus including, but not limited to: Admissions, Registrar Office, and Financial Aid.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities - Provide leadership and oversight of all day-to-day compliance operations to ensure full adherence to NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations.
- Educate coaches, staff, student-athletes, campus partners, alumni, and external constituents on NCAA legislation; serve as a resource for rules interpretations and guidance.
- Manage, monitor, and forecast athletic scholarship awards and allocations in coordination with each varsity program for the academic year and summer sessions.
- Coordinate the preparation, completion, and submission of University, Conference, and NCAA reports, including (but not limited to) APR, GSR, and federal graduation reports.
- Serve as the primary administrator of NCAA compliance and departmental software systems, including the NCAA Eligibility Center.
- Partner with the Faculty Athletics Representative to oversee eligibility certification and resolve rules compliance issues.
- Administer and monitor recruiting activities, athletics grants-in-aid programs, eligibility certification for practice and competition, squad lists, and financial aid.
- Develop and distribute educational resources such as departmental compliance handbooks, student-athlete manuals, and NCAA rules materials for alumni, boosters, and the broader community.
- Establish systems for compliance recordkeeping, monitoring, interviews, and reporting of potential violations.
- Prepare, review, and submit eligibility waivers, rule interpretations, and appeals on behalf of student-athletes and the institution.
Salary Range $60,441 - $78,574 Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Salary Type Salary
Time Type Full-Time
Work Location MU - Marshall University
Qualifications
Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.
Required Qualifications
Education Bachelor's Degree
Experience - Proven, progressive experience in all aspects of NCAA compliance at the campus and/or conference level, with previous experience at the Division I level preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and continued mastery of, the everchanging world of NCAA governance and legislative matters. The ability to assist with/coordinate the enhancement of systems and infrastructure relative to the effective implementation of the NCAA House Settlement model is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to implement NCAA rules education, monitoring and compliance procedures, strong interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Education Experience Posting Detail Information
Posting Number MU1186E
Open Date 10/02/2025
Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Job Tags
Full time, Summer work, Live in, Work at office,