Compliance Coordinator Position Available In Delaware, Pennsylvania

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Posting Number:

20254397S

Position Title:

Compliance Coordinator

Position Type:

Staff

Location:

Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type:

Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule:

full-time/12-months

Avg Hours Week Department:

772-Athl – Compliance

Position Summary:

Ignite Your Career at Villanova University! Whether undergraduate or graduate, faculty or staff, each community member brings with them a wealth of experiences that enrich our University and shift our perspectives. As a part of this community, your work will improve lives and ignite change!
Why work at Villanova?
Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.
The Athletics Compliance Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the university’s NCAA compliance program within a Division I Athletics Department of 24 varsity sports. This professional-level position contributes to the effective administration of compliance operations by promoting institutional integrity, supporting regulatory processes, and fostering collaboration with campus and athletics stakeholders. All responsibilities are carried out in accordance with NCAA, conference, and university rules and policies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Compliance Operations
Supports the execution of day-to-day compliance operations by carrying out core responsibilities that ensure NCAA, conference, and institutional compliance.

Duties in this area include:

Supporting sport-specific compliance functions as assigned
Tracking and documenting recruiting activities including visits, travel, contacts, and evaluations
Coordinating roster management and onboarding documentation for student-athletes and athletics staff
Supporting eligibility processes, including academic eligibility, amateurism reviews, and transfer portal tracking
Reviewing and monitoring playing and practice season documentation
Assisting with compliance aspects of ticketed sports operations
Ensuring accurate and timely documentation in alignment with established compliance procedures
Education & Research
Contributes to the development and delivery of compliance education and supports bylaw interpretation through research and resource management.

Duties in this area include:

Preparing education materials to support NCAA rules training for coaches, staff, and student-athletes
Supporting the facilitation of individual and group compliance education sessions
Researching NCAA bylaws and preparing documentation to support the interpretation process
Maintaining and updating online compliance resources, including website content and policy documents
Engagement and Collaboration
Serves as a point of contact and liaison to support internal and external relationships that promote student-athlete success and organizational alignment.

Duties in this area include:

Collaborating with campus partners such as Student Services and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)
Responding to routine questions from coaches, staff, and student-athletes and providing guidance based on established procedures
Assisting with special projects, game-day responsibilities, and events as assigned
Supporting communication efforts that foster a culture of compliance and integrity

Minimum Qualifications:

Formal Education
Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as sport management, higher education, business, or a similar discipline.
Minimum Work Experience
0-2 years of relevant experience, which may include internships, student employment, or volunteer roles in collegiate athletics, compliance, academic services, or student-athlete support
Experience as a student-athlete or team support staff (e.g., team manager, operations intern) may also be considered
Work Skills (e.g., written and verbal communication skills)
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive or confidential information
Ability to read, interpret, and complex rules or policies
Willingness to learn NCAA compliance processes through hands-on experience
Ability to use internal guidance and external resources to build kledge and it in day-to-day work
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituents
Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and professionalism in a team-oriented environment
Specific Job Kledge (e.g., kledge of principles and procedures related to field and area)
Foundational understanding of NCAA rules and regulations, or the ability to learn and them through hands-on experience, internal mentorship, and external resources
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret policy documents, with support provided through on-the-job learning and reference materials

Other:

Occasional evening and weekend work required to support athletic events, team travel, or time-sensitive compliance matters.

Preferred Qualifications:

Formal Education
Master’s degree or graduate-level coursework in a related field such as sport management, higher education, business, or athletic compliance
Completion of NCAA training modules (e.g., LSDBi, CAi, or NCAA Eligibility Center)
Participation in professional development activities through NAAC (National Association for Athletics Compliance) or similar organization
Work Experience
One or more years of direct experience working in a university athletics compliance office or within a collegiate athletics department in a compliance-related capacity
Experience supporting areas such as eligibility certification, recruiting documentation, or rules education
Work Skills (e.g., written and verbal communication skills)
Demonstrated ability to NCAA rules in a campus-based setting
Experience collaborating with coaches, student-athletes, and institutional partners on compliance-related matters
Ability to manage projects or workstreams independently within compliance frameworks
Experience using platforms such as ARMS, CAi, LSDBi, and TeamWorks
Familiarity with student information systems such as BANNER or similar platform
Specific Job Kledge (e.g., kledge of principles and procedures related to field and area)
Working kledge of NCAA Division I rules and compliance procedures
Familiarity with commonly used compliance tools and resources such as LSDBi, CAi, and the NCAA Manual
Physical Requirements and/or

Unusual Work Hours:

Professional work environment
Occasional evenings and weekends required for athletic events and time-sensitive compliance responsibilities
Special Message to

Applicants:

Posting Date:

06/18/2025
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information:

Commensurate with experience

Salary Band:

13

Job Classification:

exempt
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