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Assistant Director of Strategic Resource & Cap Management
City: West Lafayette
Job Description:
Job Summary
Supports the planning, execution, and administration of financial, contractual, and compliance activities directly related to student-athlete compensation and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) activities. Is responsible for the day-to-day administration of student-athlete revenue sharing agreements and serves as an institutional user of the CAPS system, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of revenue sharing payments through the Big Ten Conference. Assist with the coordination and implementation of NIL opportunities for student-athletes across all varsity sports.
Provides operational and administrative support to the Associate Athletics Director Business Strategy, Strategic Resource & Cap Management, and senior athletics leadership, working collaboratively with campus partners to ensure all athlete compensation activities are executed accurately, on time, and in full compliance with CSC guidelines, NCAA, conference, and institutional regulations. This position places a strong emphasis on attention to detail, deadline adherence, precise financial reporting, and the accurate execution and tracking of student-athlete agreements.
What You'll Be Doing:
Student-Athlete Revenue Share Administration
Support the design, implementation, and ongoing administration of student-athlete revenue share agreements, ensuring full alignment with NCAA, Big Ten Conference, CSC guidelines, and institutional policies. Maintain and utilize standardized agreement templates, internal review checklists, and approval workflows with a high degree of accuracy and consistency. Monitor payment schedules, financial deadlines, and contractual obligations associated with all revenue share distributions, ensuring no payment is missed or delayed. Maintain complete, current, and audit-ready records of all revenue share agreements and related activity in designated systems, including CAPS. Provide regular and accurate reporting to athletics leadership on revenue share program status, compliance posture, and financial projections.
NIL Contract Administration & Execution
Assist the Director of NIL Strategy & Athlete Marketing with the review, evaluation, approval, and execution of NIL agreements, including arrangements with corporate sponsors, individual businesses, and third-party service providers. Ensure all NIL agreements are processed accurately and in accordance with established institutional templates, review criteria, and CSC and NCAA compliance standards. Maintain accurate and current tracking of all active NIL agreements, obligations, and key dates using designated NIL management systems, including NILGo. Communicate NIL agreement requirements and institutional compliance expectations to student-athletes and their representatives in a clear and accessible manner. Monitor updates to NIL policies and regulations and ensure agreement templates and tracking processes remain current.
Compliance, Reporting & Audit Readiness
Ensure institutional compliance with all applicable NCAA, conference, CSC, state, and federal regulations governing student-athlete compensation and NIL activity. Maintain accurate, well-organized records and documentation across all revenue share and NIL-related transactions to support transparency, accountability, and institutional integrity. Prepare and deliver timely compliance reports, financial summaries, and program status updates for the Director, Associate Athletics Director, and relevant campus oversight bodies. Develop and maintain tracking mechanisms and audit-ready files to ensure the institution can demonstrate compliance at any point. Escalate matters requiring additional review to the Director or Office of General Counsel as appropriate.
Financial Oversight & Reporting
Support the accurate tracking and reporting of budgetary implications associated with revenue share distributions, NIL program costs, and athlete compensation initiatives. Prepare and deliver precise financial projections, payment summaries, and program reports on established deadlines for the Director, Associate Athletics Director, and relevant campus stakeholders. Maintain internal dashboards and tracking tools that provide leadership with timely, accurate visibility into program performance, contractual obligations, and financial exposure. Collaborate with university Financial Services to ensure student-athlete revenue share payments are processed correctly and on schedule in full alignment with CSC guidelines.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & External Relations
Serve as an operational point of contact for Athletics with campus and external partners on matters related to student-athlete compensation, NIL, and revenue sharing, including Financial Services, Compliance, Advancement, Communications, Marketing, Trademarks and Licensing, and Student Affairs. Support departmental representation in institutional and Big Ten Conference discussions related to the evolving model of athlete compensation. Maintain productive working relationships with external partners and conference representatives to support compliant, athlete-centered initiatives. Participate in relevant professional organizations and working groups to stay current on emerging trends and regulatory changes.
About Us:
Purdue Athletics is built on unrivaled pride, unlimited potential, and a sense of shared purpose that unites staff, student-athletes, and the broader community. As part of Purdue's 150-year legacy, Athletics exemplifies a culture of collaboration, continuous growth, and excellence, where every member is encouraged to strive for success while fostering a positive and supportive environment. Joining Purdue Athletics means joining a team committed to building a better world together-where professional aspirations thrive, innovation is celebrated, and a lasting impact is made on campus and beyond. Read more: Purdue Boilermakers Athletics
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in business, finance, sports management, or a related field preferred.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in one or more of the following areas: student-athlete contract administration, NIL coordination and compliance, financial administration, salary cap management, or collegiate athletics administration.
• Experience reviewing and administering contracts or agreements in a collegiate athletics, business, or compliance-oriented environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with NIL management platforms (e.g., NILGo) and revenue share tracking systems (e.g., CAPS) preferred.

Skills needed:

• Exceptional attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to produce accurate, error-free work across financial records, agreements, and compliance documentation.
• Strong commitment to deadline adherence and the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams, payment schedules, and reporting cycles in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to execute and administer contracts and agreements with accuracy, consistency, and full adherence to institutional templates and approval processes.
• Sound financial acumen with the ability to track budgets, process student-athlete payments accurately, model revenue share distributions, and prepare precise financial projections and reports.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare clear, accurate, and timely compliance reports and financial summaries for leadership and institutional oversight bodies.
• Thorough understanding of, or demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply, NCAA, conference, CSC, and institutional rules and regulations governing student-athlete compensation and NIL activity.
• Proficiency in maintaining organized, audit-ready records and tracking systems across all agreements, payments, and compliance activities.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey compliance requirements and program information clearly to student-athletes, coaches, and administrators.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across a diverse range of constituencies, including student-athletes, campus administrators, external partners, and conference representatives.
• Demonstrated commitment to student-athlete welfare and to supporting the mission of Purdue University Intercollegiate Athletics.
• Ability to communicate and adhere to University, Big Ten Conference, CSC, and NCAA policies, procedures, rules, and regulations at all times

Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
Additional Information:

• Purdue's benefits summary https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period

Career Stream
Compensation Information:
Professional 2
Pay Band O001
Job Code#20003604
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php
EOE
Purdue University is an EOE employer.