Brendan Armitage

Experience

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  ESPN

  May 2005 - Jul 2005

  Assistant Venue Coordinator

  - Great Outdoor Games (Orlando, FL)- X Games XI (Los Angeles, CA)- Bass Master Classic (Orlando, FL)- Bass Master Classic (Pittsburgh, PA)

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  University of Maryland College Park

  Jul 2005 - Jul 2007

  • Managed institutional contact/evaluation logs, telephone logs, playing/practice season reports, and occasional meal requests for 27 Division I sports.• Conducted monthly audits of recruiting materials and flagged potential NCAA violations. • Assisted in determining student-athlete’s eligibility for team travel and occasional meals via team rosters and squad lists.• Assisted in creation and maintenance of an active database of all University of Maryland student athletes, which provided a high degree of organization and real time access to athletes’ sport, financial and academic information.• Maintained and developed reports for the Student Athlete Opportunity Fund and Special Assistance Fund via Excel.• Assisted with the documentation and organization of Maryland’s National Letter of Intent Program.• Maintained coaches’ telephone and contact/evaluation logs on Compliance Assistant Internet Database (CAi) which resulted in more timely and accurate reporting. Show less

  • Compliance Assistant

    Aug 2005 - Jul 2007

  • Athletic Operations Manager

    Jul 2005 - Apr 2007
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  Western Athletic Conference

  Jul 2007 - Apr 2008

  Compliance/Championships Assistant

  • Responsible for overseeing the timely completion of squad lists and Historical Verification forms by member institutions.• Created and maintained a violation database, via Access, in which all Level I and II violations are tracked within the conference.• Assisted the Assistant Commissioner for Compliance in the coordination of Student Athlete Advisory Council (SAAC) monthly conference calls and in-person meetings during the winter and summer.• Prepared all agenda items and supplemental materials pertaining to all SAAC and Compliance Committee conference calls.• Researched and replied to situational interpretations when requested by Western Athletic Conference (WAC) member institutions.• Assisted in the processing of all Medical Hardship Waivers submitted by WAC member institutions.• Responsible for the organization of all member institutions’ National Letters of Intent (NLI) as well as the implementation of all NLI related rules and regulations.• Work closely with the Conference Legislative Committee to help generate the WAC’s position on 2007 legislative proposals.• Worked with the Collegiate Commissioners Association Compliance Administrators (CCACA) to discuss Division I Conference issues, analyze newly adopted legislation, and review all 2008 NCAA legislative proposals.• Assisted the Assistant Commissioner for Compliance with in person conference audits in preparation for future on site NCAA Certifications. Show less

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  K-State Athletics

  Apr 2008 - Apr 2012

  Compliance Coordinator/ Eligibility & Financial Aid

  • Responsible for overseeing the education process of all Athletic Staff and Student-Athletes regarding the practical application of all NCAA and Big 12 legislation.• Assist the Associate AD for Compliance in the development and submission of NCAA and Big 12 waivers that include (but not limited to) Progress Towards Degree, Medical Hardship, Legislative Relief, Incidental Expense and Initial Eligibility.• Liaison to the Financial Aid Office and point person for all athletically related aid issues. • Work directly with all on campus liaisons including Director of Financial Aid, Associate Registrar and Assistant Director of Admission in order to assure NCAA Compliance and institutional control.• Implemented an email based educational news letter and “In The News” supplement to facilitate educational efforts within the department.• Assist the Associate AD for Compliance, SWA, and Registrar’s Office with APR and GSR reporting.• Oversee the management of all rosters including but not limited to NCAA Squad Lists and Big 12 Eligibility Reports.• Administer the NLI process for all sports. • Kansas State liaison to the NCAA Eligibility Center.• Assist the Associate AD for Compliance with oversight of practicum and volunteer students each semester.• Facilitate preparation of secondary violation reports for submission to the Big12 and if necessary to the Academic and Membership Affairs Staff.• Conduct beginning and end of the year Compliance meetings with all student athletes.• Responsible for monitoring recruiting materials including telephone logs, contacts and evaluation logs, and official/unofficial visits• Maintain an accurate coaches recruiting calendar and monitor the number of evaluation/recruiting-person days used in Football, Volleyball and Men’s/Women’s Basketball• Assist Associate AD for Compliance with oversight of day to day Compliance Office functions• Assist our Senior Women’s Administrator with the collection of data for yearly Title IX reviews Show less

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  UCF Athletics Association, Inc.

  Apr 2012 - Sept 2013

  Director of Athletic Compliance

  • Responsible for overseeing the Assistant Director of Compliance for Eligibility as well as the Athletics Compliance Graduate Assistant/Intern Program.• Serve as secondary contact to the NCAA Eligibility Center.• Work as direct liaison between the Office of Student Financial Assistance, Housing Department, Office of Student Accounts and secondary contact for the Registrar’s and Admissions Offices.• Serve as co-liaison to the Academic Support for Student-Athletes (ASSA) staff for all continuing and initial eligibility issues.• Prepare and submit NCAA and Conference administered waivers (C-USA and AAC). Waivers include SLR, PTD, IEW, Medical Absence, Medical Hardship and Season of Competition.• Responsible for providing responses to interpretative requests made by UCF Athletic Staff and on-campus constituents.• Assist the Associate AD for Compliance with internal and external compliance related audits including implementation of audit recommendations.• Support the Associate AD for Compliance with adherence of NCAA Major Infraction penalties.• Assist in preparing and submitting level I and II NCAA secondary violations, including those that require student-athlete reinstatement.• Implemented a new book scholarship policy and procedure to more accurately track and reconcile all textbooks from initial transaction to eventual textbook return.• Assist the Associate AD for Compliance in a comprehensive rules education program for student-athletes, athletics staff and all on-campus constituents.• Assist the Associate AD for Compliance with the design and implementation of Compliance related policies and procedures. Show less

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  Indiana University Bloomington

  Oct 2013 - Sept 2017

  Director, Office of Compliance Services

  • Responsible for the oversight of article 12, 13, 14 and 16 in the NCAA manual, associated waivers and violations.• Responsible for overseeing the Office of Compliance Services (OCS) Internship program at Indiana University.• Assisted in the implementation and administration of a comprehensive OCS education program for IU coaches, staff, on/off campus constituents and boosters.• Primary OCS Liaison for eight Indiana University sport teams: Football, Baseball, Men’s/Women’s Soccer, Water Polo, Rowing and Men’s/ Women’s Track/Field & Cross Country. • Responsible for all monitoring activities associated with article 13 including Official Visits, Unofficial Visits, Contacts/Evals, Recruiting Calendars, Phone Monitoring, and Recruiting/Evaluations Days.• Implemented tracking grids to ensure accurate completion of all required monthly recruiting activities, international amateurism documents, and student-athlete participation/special achievement awards. • Primary OCS liaison to the Indiana University Athletics Business Office and Ticket Office• OCS liaison with on campus constituents such as Domestic and International Admissions and secondary contact for the Indiana University Registrar’s Office. • Facilitate efficient preparation and submission of all Big Ten and NCAA waivers including: PTD, SLR, Initial Eligibility, Medical Hardship, Medical Absence, Transfer, Athletic Activities, Extension of Eligibility, and Medical Non-Counter.• Directly responsible for preparing academic evaluations for all incoming freshman and two year/four year college transfers.• Served as primary liaison to the Academic Service staff for all continuing and initial eligibility issues.• Responsible for the creation and administration of all required forms through JumpForward.• Provide daily guidance and leadership to the Assistant Director, Compliance Coordinator and Compliance Interns to ensure their skills are developed to progress in the industry. Show less

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  University of South Florida

  Sept 2017 - now

  Responsible for overseeing all aspects of NCAA compliance for USF Athletics, ensuring adherence to NCAA, American Athletic Conference, and institutional regulations. Direct compliance operations for 20 varsity programs (expanding to 21 in 2025-26), implementing policies and procedures that support eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, and governance while maintaining a culture of integrity and accountability.• Lead and manage a compliance team, providing oversight for interpretations, monitoring, education, and enforcement.• Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures, and risk management strategies to mitigate violations.• Serve as the primary compliance liaison for department leadership, campus partners, and external stakeholders.• Oversee NCAA reporting, waivers, and investigations, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.• Provide comprehensive rules education programs for student-athletes, coaches, and staff.• Collaborate with university offices (financial aid, admissions, registrar, legal, etc.) to support student-athlete eligibility and program compliance.• Lead compliance efforts related to NIL, transfer regulations, and legislative changes, ensuring best practices are implemented within the department. Show less Serve as the primary sport administrator for men’s and women’s tennis and women’s sailing, acting as the direct liaison between these programs and USF Athletics leadership. Provide oversight in program operations, budget management, scheduling, and student-athlete well-being, ensuring alignment with department goals and institutional priorities.• Work directly with head coaches to support strategic planning, roster management, and team development.• Oversee program budgets, ensuring financial efficiency while supporting competitive excellence.• Assist with scheduling, team travel logistics, and facility coordination to maximize program efficiency.• Monitor student-athlete academic progress and well-being, serving as a resource for both athletes and coaches.• Facilitate performance evaluations for coaching staff, working with senior leadership to support program growth.• Advocate for enhanced resources, facilities, and program development opportunities.• Ensure compliance with NCAA and institutional policies, collaborating with compliance and administrative staff to address program needs. Show less

  • Senior Associate Director of Athletics | Compliance

    Sept 2017 - now

  • Athletics Sport Administrator | Men's Tennis, Women's Tennis & Women's Sailing.

    Sept 2017 - now