Compliance Officer II-Internal Audit

Texas A&M University System; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University System is seeking a Compliance Officer II-Internal Audit to implement and maintain the TEES compliance program. The role involves collaborating across departments to enhance accountability, mitigate risk, and improve processes.

Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills are essential. Responsibilities include coordinating management reviews, developing dashboards, and supporting audit activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business-related field and five years of compliance/risk management experience.
• Certifications such as CIA, CFE, CCEP, CRMA, CPA or equivalent are preferred.
• Experience in internal auditing, risk management, or compliance monitoring is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate Management Review activities across TEES programs and units.
• Develop reports, metrics, dashboards, and presentations on compliance and risk management.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and assist in risk assessments and investigations.

Skills

Communication

Office software

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Compliance Officer II-Internal Audit

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering

Department

TEES Office of Ethics and Compliance

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Why work for Texas A&M Engineering?

Engineering has been part of Texas A&M University since its opening in 1876 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas. Today, the College of Engineering is the largest college on the College Station campus with more than 25,000 engineering students enrolled in 15 departments. Its mission is to serve Texas, the nation and the global community by providing engineering graduates who are well-founded in engineering fundamentals, instilled with the highest standards of professional and ethical behavior, and prepared to meet the complex technical challenges of society.

As the research arm of Engineering, the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is a state agency within the Texas A&M University System with a mission to improve lives through basic and applied engineering research, workforce development and technology transition. Our collaborations with industry, academia and government provide cutting-edge solutions to global technical challenges.

We are deeply committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce that embraces our core values of Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Service, by offering competitive salaries, an array of benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education, research, and public service.

Job Description

Purpose:

The Compliance Officer II performs professional services to implement, administer, and maintain the Texas A&M Engineering compliance program. Using independent judgment in a complex work environment, this position collaborates with stakeholders across the organization and external entities to develop and implement solutions that enhance accountability, mitigate risk, and improve operational processes.

Responsibilities:

• Under supervision, direct and coordinate Management Review activities across Texas A&M Engineering programs and units.
• Under supervision, lead and coordinate Management Reviews, including the development of schedules, scopes, methodologies, reporting tools, and related documentation.
• Develop reports, metrics, dashboards, and presentations related to compliance, risk management, audit activities, and Management Review outcomes.
• Assist in planning, administering, maintaining, assessing, and reporting on organization-wide risk management and compliance activities.
• Facilitate risk assessments and assist departments in identifying, evaluating, mitigating, and monitoring operational, compliance, financial, and strategic risks.
• Review and analyze data, activities, processes, procedures, and internal controls to evaluate efficiency, effectiveness, compliance, and risk exposure.
• Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and develop corrective action plans to address areas of noncompliance.
• Respond to apparent violations of policies, procedures, or regulatory requirements by recommending and participating in investigative and corrective actions.
• Implement, administer, and maintain the Texas A&M Engineering compliance program using independent judgment in a complex work environment.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, including gathering requested information, coordinating responses, planning pre-audit activities, and facilitating follow-up actions.
• Assist in developing, maintaining, and communicating compliance policies, procedures, standards, and guidance materials.
• Identify opportunities to enhance processes, improve outcomes, strengthen controls, and support effective problem resolution.
• Communicate compliance and risk management matters through written reports, presentations, training programs, committee participation, meetings, and web-based resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We Need:

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of experience in compliance, risk management, auditing, or related compliance program activities.

What Is Helpful:

• Experience in internal auditing, risk management, compliance monitoring, or program assessment.
• Knowledge of enterprise risk management principles and internal control frameworks.
• Experience in higher education or research compliance and regulatory environments.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CFE, CCEP, CRMA, CPA, or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilitie