Director of Compliance
Fresno State Athletic Corporation

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $5720.00/month

• This is a full-time, exempt position.
• Positions at Fresno State are to perform their work onsite. Some positions, depending upon University needs and operations, may be eligible for remote work, one day per week, pursuant to Fresno State's remote work guidelines and the CSU policy.

The Fresno State Athletic Corporation provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), and sick and vacation time. A summary of benefit information can be found here (under Athletic Corporation header). Athletic Corporation employees are at-will.

Job Summary

The Director of Compliance reports to the Senior Associate Athletics Director of Compliance and helps to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Compliance Services Office. 

• Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the Compliance Services Office
• Develop and implement a comprehensive rules education program
• Supervise interns and Graduate Assistant’s
• Oversee facets of NCAA and Mountain West Conference rules
• Provide NCAA Rules Interpretations
• Process NCAA violations, NCAA waivers, and Student-Athlete Reinstatements
• Process Medical Hardships
• Assist in the oversight of the certification process
• Assist in the oversight in the areas of Personnel, Amateurism, Recruiting, Eligibility, Financial Aid, Awards & Benefits, Playing & Practice Seasons, & Membership
• Perform day-to-day responsibilities monitoring, NCAA Bylaw 11 (Personnel), NCAA Bylaw 12 (Amateurism), Bylaw 14 (Academic Eligibility), & other Bylaws as assigned.
• Serve as primary compliance contact for Mountain West Conference
• Assist in the management of the Compliance Services office budget
• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Associate Athletics Director of Compliance

Key Qualifications

• Working knowledge of NCAA Bylaws
• Experience drafting NCAA violations and waivers
• Working knowledge of CAi, LSDBi, RSRO, and Eligibility Center
• Experience conducting rules education presentations
• Ability to:
  • Analyze and research NCAA bylaws
  • Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Exercise professional independent judgment and discretion
  • Work cooperatively with coaches, staff, faculty, students and   members of the community
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and appropriately manage sensitive information

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• Bullet point list of Education and Experience requirements, as noted in CSU classification standards
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year institution. 
• A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in a NCAA Compliance office, starting at the Graduate Assistant level
• Experience working at Division I FBS level
• Previous experience using NCAA Compliance Assistant (CAi)

Application Instructions

Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.  Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu.

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)