Associate Director, Athletic Compliance and Academic Services

Salary: $0.00 Annually

Location : Lorman, MS

Job Type: Full-Time Staff

Job Number: FY202600032

Department: Office Of Athletic Compliance

Opening Date: 01/22/2026

Job Title

Associate Director, Athletic Compliance and Academic Services

Essential Job Functions

Coordinates, conducts and maintains a comprehensive recruiting monitoring system

Reviews and approves all coach reimbursement requests and financial documents from the business office

Researches, prepares and presents rules interpretations for coaches, staff, student-athletes and the general public

Assists with rules education for coaches, staff, student-athletes, parents, university staff, boosters and the general public

Coordinates academic services for student-athletes

Monitors class schedules, grades and student-athlete academic progress toward degree

Works with student-athletes, coaches and the Office of Student Records on all add/drop requests

Maintains accurate and complete student-athlete and department files, including a Compliance manual

Monitors and manages continuing eligibility/satisfactory progress in regard to academic compliance with University, SWAC and NCAA rules

Provides sports supervision for assigned sports

Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Master's degree in student services, counseling, education, social work or related field

Two (2) years' experience in NCAA Division I Athletic Compliance

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of relevant higher education laws, including FERPA, Title IX, and Clery Act

Knowledge of NCAA Bylaws, especially Bylaws 13, 14, 15, and 17

Knowledge of the retention process

Proficient computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office Suite

Proficiency in social media as communication tool

Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal

Excellent teaching, organizational and time management skills

Excellent supervisory skills

Ability to work independently, with limited supervision

Ability to make decisions-based on factual evidence and observation

Ability to use multiple techniques to help students develop study, learning and testing skills

Ability to work with students who are dealing with various learning difficulties

Ability to intervene when students fall behind their peers academically

Ability to prioritize assignments

Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.

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