Project Program Specialist

Coaching and Player Development Plan and lead organized, safe, and effective daily practice sessions and training programs. Develop game strategies, tactical play-calling, and team preparation for competition. Supervise graduate assistant coaches, volunteers, and support staff. Prioritize the health and well-being of student-athletes in coordination with the athletic training staff.

Recruit, train, and develop student-athletes to field a competitive team ready for competition in spring 2028 in this emerging NCAA sport. Identify, evaluate, and recruit approximately 25 new prospective student-athletes by the fall of 2027 to meet roster goals. Coordinate campus visits, off-campus recruiting, and communications with admissions.

Promote a positive team culture rooted in sportsmanship, character, academic balance, and student-athlete success. Engage in community outreach, camps, clinics, and fundraising activities to support program visibility and development. Attend staff meetings and contribute to program planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement.

Administrative and Operational Duties Administer and manage the program budget and coordinate fundraising efforts. Ensure strict compliance with university policies, Great American Conference guidelines, and NCAA regulations. Assistant Director of Compliance Assist with NCAA Eligibility Center matters and tracking of initial-eligibility information for incoming student-athletes.

Support recruiting compliance by maintaining documentation, reviewing forms for completeness, and monitoring official and unofficial visit paperwork. Assist with tracking of required NCAA forms and certifications, monitoring deadlines, and distributing reminders to coaches and staff. Maintain and update team rosters in Compliance Assistant/ARMS.

Prepare compliance education materials and reminders for coaches, staff, and student-athletes. Provide general administrative support for athletics compliance operations and athletic academic advising. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations/Compliance.