Compliance Specialist - Internal Audit, Risk

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 64,071,000 - 68,884,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Southern University is seeking a Compliance Specialist for Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance on a full-time basis at the Statesboro campus. The role supports university-wide compliance programs, including Clery, RoPA, and programs serving minors, with responsibilities spanning training, documentation, data management, and stakeholder support.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree and at least three years of related experience, with strong communication and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Three (3) or more years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of assigned compliance and risk management programs and initiatives, including Clery, Programs Serving Minors, RoPA, and other institutional compliance activities.
• Coordinate, develop, maintain, and deliver compliance-related training materials, communications, educational resources, and awareness initiatives to support program requirements and stakeholder engagement.
• Maintain compliance-related records, documentation, reports, files, supporting materials, and policy resources in accordance with university requirements and procedures.
• Collect, maintain, review, and support compliance-related data, reporting activities, metrics, assessments, and program tracking efforts.
• Provide guidance, assistance, and customer support to faculty, staff, students, and program participants regarding compliance processes, software platforms, and resources.
• Monitor regulatory developments, emerging compliance requirements, and risk trends related to assigned program areas.
• Coordinate and support site visits, reviews, monitoring activities, and follow-up efforts, while identifying opportunities for operational improvement.
• Support special projects, program development activities, assessments, policy reviews, and cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Customer service

Stakeholder support

MS Office

Data confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Compliance Specialist - Internal Audit, Risk &Compliance

Job ID: 302265
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and mostcomprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. Withnearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctorallevels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 studentsfrom all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and more than100 countries.

With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, theArmstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, andthe East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro - Georgia Southern offers adynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery andpersonal growth. The University is accredited by the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools and has earned specializedaccreditation from numerous professional and academic associationsthat set standards in their respective fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst insoutheast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home tointernational companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, aswell as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With afocus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting thedemand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellenceand creative innovation in a supportive, student-centeredenvironment that empowers the next generation of leaders tosucceed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in anexciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal andprofessional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by TheWall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally recognized forthe caliber of its academic programs and student experience.Georgia Southern University has also been recognized by Forbes asone of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance

Job Summary

Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance. The Compliance Specialistsupports the administration, implementation, maintenance, andcontinuous improvement of university-wide compliance programs andinitiatives. This position assists with program operations,training, communications, reporting, documentation, datamanagement, stakeholder support, and assessment activities relatedto assigned compliance programs, including the Clery Act, ProgramsServing Minors, and the Record of Processing Activities (RoPA)program.

This role also supports digital compliance tools, departmental webresources, and policy maintenance. The Compliance Specialistexercises independent judgment within established guidelines,collaborates with university stakeholders, maintainscross-functional knowledge across assigned program areas, andcontributes to the effectiveness, sustainability, and continuousimprovement of compliance programs across the institution, with thecapacity to adapt and assume responsibility for evolving complianceneeds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration, implementation, maintenance, andcontinuous improvement of assigned compliance and risk managementprograms and initiatives, including Clery, Programs Serving Minors(including registration software management, procedural support,and registration follow-ups), RoPA, and other institutionalcompliance activities
• Coordinate, develop, maintain, and deliver compliance-relatedtraining materials, communications, educational resources, andawareness initiatives to support program requirements andstakeholder engagement
• Maintain compliance-related records, documentation, reports,files, supporting materials, departmental websites, and policylibrary resources in accordance with university requirements,regulatory expectations, and established procedures
• Collect, maintain, review, and support compliance-related data,reporting activities, metrics, assessments, and program trackingefforts to support operational effectiveness anddecision-making
• Provide guidance, assistance, and customer support to faculty,staff, students, and program participants regardingcompliance-related processes, procedures, software platforms,requirements, resources, and general operational needs
• Monitor and research regulatory developments, emergingcompliance requirements, and risk trends related to assignedprogram areas to support program updates
• Coordinate and support site visits, reviews, monitoringactivities, and follow-up efforts, while identifying opportunitiesfor operational improvement and enhancement of complianceprocesses, training, and program resources
• Support special projects, program development activities,assessments, institutional policy or code of conduct reviews, andcross-functional initiatives, while performing other compliance,risk management, and administrative duties as assigned to supportprogram operations, managerial functions, and universityobjectives

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• Three (3) or more years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of University, Board of Regents, and other standardsgoverning higher education institutions and requirements.

Proposed Salary

$22.36 - $24.04 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by theUniversity
• Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office applicationssoftware including word processing, spreadsheets, anddatabases
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitiveinformation.

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meetInstitutional goals and support University's mission for studentsuccess
• Familiarity with commonly accepted assessment practices

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizationaland human relations skills

Apply Before Date

September 8, 2026

Application review may begin as early as August 18,2026.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, pleasecontact the Department of Human Resources by phone at [phone] or by email at [e-mail].

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at [phone], or email [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25institutions of higher education and learning as well as the SystemOffice. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as thefoundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USGcommunity member is responsible for demonstrating and upholdingthese standards.More details on the USG Statement of CoreValues and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated inBoard Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom foundon-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion ofbackground investigation including a criminal background checkdemonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia SouthernUniversity, as determined by Georgia Southern University in itssole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employmenthistory reflected in your application materials and, if applicable,a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to apre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal andstate laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of thisinstitution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents(BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which areavailable for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration ofemployment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or withoutreasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-FreeCommunity.

Proof of valid driver's license upon and throughoutemployment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to allemployees and applicant for employment without regard to race,color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,national origin, religion, age, veteran status, politicalaffiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonableaccommodations under the America with Disabilities Act toparticipate in the search process should notify Human Resources:[phone].

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with orwithout reasonable accommodation
• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
• Travel may be required

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education