Compliance Auditor

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Generous leave and holidays

Health insurance

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Job summary

The State of Missouri's Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development seeks a regulatory compliance analyst to review academic programs for state-law compliance and manage the program inventory. You will work with institutions and regulators to ensure timely, accurate records and responses to inquiries.

You will support SARA compliance, distance education licensing, and related policy interpretation, emphasizing teamwork, accuracy, and professional conduct in a regulatory setting.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to synthesize information and communicate clearly to diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with state regulations governing postsecondary education.
• Experience interpreting licensing documents and policies.
• Ability to collaborate with regulators and institutions.

Responsibilities

• Review applications for certification, exemption, or other functions under postsecondary laws.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders including regulators and institutions.
• Provide technical assistance on licensing software usage.
• Guide institutions on interpreting regulations and submitting required documents.
• Conduct on-site visits to verify compliance with laws and policies.
• Maintain documentation and prepare timely reports for oversight.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written

Ability to synthesize information

Regulatory knowledge

Reading and interpreting licensing

Team collaboration

Meet deadlines

Attention to detail

Project management experience

Tools

Licensing software

Job description

You will be joining a Department committed to a culture of TEAMWORK to accomplish our goals together, where we deliver excellence through COLLABORATION with partners and stakeholders, embody ACCOUNTABILITY through trust and professionalism, and embrace WORK-LIFE BALANCE by prioritizing respect, boundaries, and time. While working at DHEWD you will be helping to develop the workforce of the future! Join us as we pursue our vision of "Every Missourian empowered with the skills and education needed for success."\

This position works in collaboration with the Academic Affairs team to review new and existing academic programs from public and independent institutions. This role reviews documents and data and analyzes the extent to which they meet state regulations. This position will manage the state’s academic program inventory, including working cooperatively with internal and external stakeholders to maintain accurate records and generate reports in a timely manner. This position will respond to citizens and institutions about the applicability of state regulations to postsecondary education inquiries. This position will also work with public, independent, and certified schools to verify continuing compliance with policies related to the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) as well as assisting institutions to meet regulations on distance education and professional licensure programs.\

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job with or without reasonable accommodation after successful onboarding.\

• Work with minimal supervision to research, review, and analyze applications for certification, exemption, or other functions related to school operations under postsecondary education laws and regulations;
• Collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including federal and state regulators, institution leaders, faculty, staff, and students;
• Provide technical assistance to applicant schools on the use of licensing software;
• Offer guidance to institutions on interpreting state regulations and completing required applications or documentation;
• Conduct on-site visits to evaluate institutional compliance with state laws, regulations, and policy requirements;
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced regulatory environment;
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and prepare timely, accurate reports to support compliance oversight;
• Perform other related work as assigned.

Competencies you’ll utilize:\

• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to synthesize information and communicate clearly across diverse audiences
• Capacity to learn, interpret, and retain complex regulatory requirements related to postsecondary education
• Proficiency in reading, comprehending, and analyzing legal, business, and licensing documents
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
• Maintain a professional demeanor and demonstrate respect for citizens and their concerns
• Meet deadlines and demonstrate regular, reliable attendance
• Beneficial education and/or professional experience in project management, educational policy, student services, data analysis, or process and continuous improvement, including military service.
• Preferred experience includes experience in the regulatory compliance of postsecondary institutions.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.\

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