Senior Manager - Governance

Company: Atlantic Coast Conference
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Full-time Description The Senior Manager – Governance is primarily responsible for providing NCAA, College Sports Commission (CSC), and ACC rules interpretations for member institutions and tracking NCAA and ACC governance issues for ACC staff and committee representatives. Additionally, the position will assist with student-athlete success initiatives organized by the conference office. The ideal candidate will have experience with NCAA rules interpretations and governance processes and be able to simultaneously manage a variety of projects and initiatives. The candidate should enjoy working and communicating with others and thrive in a fast-paced forward-thinking environment, while possessing a strong ability to convey technical information to a broad range of constituents. Requirements Responsibilities: • Provide interpretations of ACC, NCAA and CSC rules and policies. • Lead the organization and tracking of NCAA governance agendas for discussion by internal teams working with ACC representatives on NCAA Sport Oversight Committees, the Division I Cabinet and Division I Board of Directors. This includes the development of a user-friendly internal tracking system. • Primary responsibility for research on key topics for discussion by the ACC staff and/or ACC membership (e.g., transfer movement, NIL trends, APR/GSR data, student-athlete centered issues). • Assist in logistics for, agenda development, and participate in regular meetings (i.e., virtual and in-person) with campus compliance and student-athlete support personnel. • Aid in ACC conference office responsibilities related to the operation of the CSC rules (e.g., evaluating and maintaining documentation of roster limit exemptions). • Participate in monthly CCACA meetings (i.e., virtual and in-person). • Assist in the coordination and operation of various student-athlete success initiatives (e.g., Unity Tour, Career Trek, SAAC, sport-specific student-athlete advisory groups). • Manage the collection and assembly of conference meeting materials of the Faculty Athletics Representatives, Athletics Directors and Senior Woman Administrators. • Assist in drafting, submitting, and collecting feedback on NCAA legislation and NCAA waivers on behalf of the conference. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be requested to perform additional functions and other duties as assigned. Education Requirements and Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree. Advanced degree preferred. • 3-5 years of experience in NCAA compliance, governance, or related field. • Proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite • Knowledge and proficiency with NCAA applications such as LSDBi. Key Skills and Abilities: • Critical thinking, initiative, strong communication skills, and excellent time management and organizational skills are required. • Demonstrated analytical skills and critical thinking in high profile situations. • Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills. • Proven ability to take initiative and make sound decisions with general direction. • Ability to demonstrate a calm, courteous, and professional demeanor under pressure when working with a variety of situations and/or people. • Ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously. • High attention to detail and organizational skills. • Proven team-builder and team player, listener, and collaborator; proven ability to maintain a positive attitude; reliable and dependable. • Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information. • Display leadership, service mindset, integrity, professionalism, and accountability. • Always represent the ACC and its member institutions with pride and professionalism. Work Environment: This position typically operates in an office setting but also indoor and outdoor venues including stadiums, arenas, and fields. Additionally, please note the following: • Ability to remain sitting for up to 8 hours at a desk or computer. • Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs. of equipment. • Ability to squat, kneel, reach and maneuver while setting up equipment. • Due to the nature of the ACC’s business, travel will occur to multiple sites as dictated by major and minor event schedules. • Due to the nature of events indoors and outdoors, you must be able to endure varying weather conditions including wind, rain, and high and low temperatures. • Understanding that due to the nature of our business working hours can include nights, weekends and holidays as necessary. The salary and benefits package will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, religion, creed, race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, national origin, or other characteristics protected by state and federal law.

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