NCAA Compliance & Eligibility Specialist (Student Services Professional III)

About the role

The NCAA Compliance & Eligibility Specialist provides a wide variety of professional services and activities ranging from pre-admission guidance to initial eligibility coordination, advising, and academic support through to graduation. The position assists and supports student-athletes in achieving academic success and personal integrity while progressing toward a degree objective.

Responsibilities

• Admissions & NCAA Initial Eligibility
  • Evaluate prospective student-athlete transcripts (freshman, transfer, and graduate) for admissions and NCAA initial eligibility requirements and provide recommendations
  • Conduct pre-admissions and eligibility evaluations and maintain related documentation aligned with CSU and NCAA requirements
  • Serve as liaison to Admissions and Enrollment Services and as primary contact with the NCAA Eligibility Center, providing updates to coaches, prospects, and administration
  • Meet with prospective student-athletes and families to review academic history, admissions requirements, and NCAA eligibility requirements
  • Advise prospective student-athletes, families, and coaches on CSU admissions and NCAA eligibility requirements, including recommended coursework
  • Interpret NCAA legislation and transfer rules affecting eligibility
  • Aid in special admissions processes, including preparation of evaluation materials and reporting
  • Track and process application materials, including transcripts and supporting documentation
  • Develop and present admissions and eligibility information to students, counselors, and staff
  • Collaborate with advisors and staff to support student transition and identify potential academic or learning concerns
  • Communicate updates on admissions status and NCAA legislation and eligibility requirements
• Housing and Dining
  • Coordinate on-campus housing placements, including projections, assignments, and move-in/out processes
  • Serve as liaison to Housing Administration and Dining Services
  • Track housing and dining needs for academic year, summer, and pre-season periods
  • Maintain coordination with Athletics Business Office and Financial Aid for housing-related budgeting
• Other Duties
  • Participate in orientation and transition programming for student-athletes
  • Serve as liaison with campus partners including Parking Services and Institutional Research
  • Assist in reporting and data tracking to support evaluation of student-athlete success

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related
• One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required
• Knowledge and understanding of CSU and SDSU admission requirements
• Two or more years in NCAA Athletics compliance, certification, and/or academic support if applicant does not have Master’s or post graduate degree
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and/or similar database programs
• Total commitment to adherence to NCAA, conference, and institutional regulations
• Attention to detail is of utmost importance
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Compliance with all NCAA, conference, and San Diego State University rules, policies, and procedures is of paramount importance to the university

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Compensation is based on your experience, education, and qualifications, within the department’s budget and equity guidelines. CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,540 - $7,893/month; hiring salary not expected to exceed $5,540/month. Full Benefits Package includes Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave, Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC, Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost, Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents, Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans, Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities. Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation.