Compliance Specialist

UVA Wise Office of the Registrar is looking for a detail-oriented Compliance Coordinator to manage reporting and other duties as they relate to state and federal compliance reporting. This position will be accountable for reporting data and will maintain proper documentation, meet all regulatory reporting requirements within the office, prepare for audits, and operate according to federal and state laws and college policy. This is a non-remote position that reports directly to the Registrar and will be expected to maintain regular working hours of 8am to 5pm in Wise, Virginia. The Office of the Registrar maintains the following compliance reporting: Multiple data points for SCHEV (State Counsel for Higher Education in Virginia), National Student Clearinghouse, National Student Loan Database, Veteran’s Benefits, TransferVA, Articulation documents, MOUs, SACSCOC, FERPA, and SEVIS.

The ideal candidate will have:

• some familiarity with state and federal regulatory compliance
• ability to read and understand regulatory instructions and college policy
• sophisticated written and oral communication skills
• keen attention to detail and project follow-through
• ability to be prompt and manage deadlines
• ability to manage and maintain proper digital documentation
• ability to coordinate and communicate with external partners as necessary
• provide administrative support

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years of administrative experience in compliance
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in modern software tools such Zoom, Teams, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Microsoft Office Suite and similar software.
• Demonstrated ability to manage parallel deadlines and priorities

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Extreme attention to detail and never-drop-the-ball follow-through
• Professional communication style, with internal and external parties
• Ability to work independently and manage parallel deadlines

Please make sure to submit a cover letter, your resume, along with at least three (3) references.

UVA Wise is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence, affordable access, and unwavering support of a collaborative and diverse community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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