Compliance and Training Coordinator

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon State University’s Office of Financial Aid seeks a Compliance and Training Coordinator to strengthen regulatory compliance, support staff development, and enhance information accuracy across processes.

The role leads compliance initiatives, develops training resources, and advises students and families while coordinating program oversight. Hybrid/remote options may be offered, with start date in early 2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in field of choice.
• At least three years in a Financial Aid Office with knowledge of Title IV regulations.
• Current working knowledge of Title IV programs and regulations.
• Experience working with underrepresented, high-need student populations.
• Able to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Commitment to promoting inclusive excellence.
• Strong written and verbal communication; translate regulatory requirements into staff guidance.

Responsibilities

• Compliance and Risk Management
• Training Development and Materials
• Operational Program Oversight
• Advising Students and Families
• Support Students Traveling Abroad

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Inclusive excellence

Title IV regulations

Regulatory guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft SharePoint

Canvas LMS

Ellucian Banner

Workday

Job description

Job Summary

The Office of Financial Aid is seeking a Compliance and Training Coordinator. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position. Join our Office of Financial Aid as a Compliance and Training Coordinator and play a vital role in strengthening regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and staff development. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Compliance, you'll lead key compliance initiatives, oversee critical programs, and serve as a subject matter expert in federal financial aid regulations, policies, and procedures. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented, collaborative professional to make a meaningful impact by developing effective training resources, enhancing staff knowledge, and ensuring access to accurate, consistent, and up-to-date information. You'll also support internal reviews, identify compliance risks, and drive process improvements that strengthen internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance and Risk Management
• Training Development and Materials
• Operational Program Oversight
• Advising Students and Families
• Support Students Traveling Abroad

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in field of choice.
• A minimum of three years of experience working in a Financial Aid Office, demonstrating ability to accurately award and revise financial aid according to Title IV aid regulations.
• Current working knowledge of Title IV financial aid programs and regulations.
• Experience working with underrepresented, high financial need student populations.
• Able to work independently with minimal oversight.
• A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing inclusive excellence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear guidance for staff, students, and families.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree is Student Service Administration, Business, or other related field.
• Experience developing and maintaining staff training materials, procedural documentation, presentations, online learning resources, and onboarding materials.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft SharePoint and experience developing or maintaining learning management system content, preferably Canvas.
• Experience conducting compliance reviews, internal audits, quality assurance reviews, or risk assessments within financial aid or another regulated higher education environment.
• Fluent in a second language, preferably Spanish.
• Ellucian Banner and/or Workday experience.

Working Conditions / Schedule

Occasional evening and weekend work for Outreach events. Hybrid/remote work schedule may be offered, as agreed upon by the employee and supervisor.

Salary Range

$62,000-$75,000

Anticipated Start Date

2027-01-01

Contact Information

For additional information please contact: Bobbi Jo Williams at [e-mail] or 541-737-2241.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

Security and Background Check Information

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

Additional Employer Statements

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system.