Compliance Analyst

Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Occupational Summary

Perform a variety of duties associated with state authorization and accreditation to include the collection and analysis of data, the development of policies and procedures, and the orientation and training of departmental staff in compliance policies and procedures.

Work Performed

In conjunction with the Associate Vice Provost of Academic Affairs, perform a variety of complex and activities involved in the collection, analysis, documentation and interpretation of data related to departmental educational compliance, academic quality control, adherence to accreditation standards, and compliance with federal and state regulations.

Evaluate and interpret collected data and prepare written reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.

Develop forms and procedures to track and compile information and apply appropriate data analysis techniques; develop strategies for and manage data collection and benchmarks for accreditation activities and initiatives

Maintain liaison with schools and academic departments as well as related administrative departments; represent the department on various accreditation review committees.

In conjunction with the AVPAA write and edit state authorization, SACS-COC, and academic compliance reports and submissions.

Lead the University’s efforts related to state authorization and associated compliance, including liaising with NC-SARA.

Stay abreast of new developments in the fields of State Authorization and SACSCOC; recommend new policies and revise existing policies/procedures for compliance standards.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education/Training

Work requires a bachelor's degree in a related field to acquire the appropriate cognitive, communicative and statistical reporting skills.

Experience

Work requires seven years of experience in education or business or related position. A related master's degree is preferred.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Skills

N/A

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work requires organization, analytical and communication skills normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program in accounting or a directly related field. Certification in one or more compliance fields preferred.

Experience

Works requires a minimum of 2 years experience in compliance or auditing setting, in a large complex organization such as a large university, hospital or healthcare organization or an accounting/consulting firm working primarily with such clients. OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.