GLO - Compliance Analyst II (Safety & Compliance Coordinator)

Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas General Land Office seeks a Compliance Analyst II to manage safety and compliance programs. This role involves developing safety plans, providing guidance on HR matters, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will have a background in risk management and safety coordination, along with relevant certifications.

Benefits

Free Parking

Defined Retirement Benefit Plan

100% Medical Insurance for eligible full-time employees

96+ Hours of Annual Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in workplace safety, risk management, or regulatory compliance.
• Understanding of Continuity of Operations and Texas government organization.
• Experience in continuity operations planning or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Develops and updates GLO safety plans and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Provides operational guidance on Human Resources matters.
• Serves as backup responder for on-the-job injuries and workers’ compensation claims.

Skills

Compliance Analysis

Risk Management

Safety Coordination

Education

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in business administration, public administration, statistical analysis, or a related field

FEMA Level I or II Certification

Job description

Job Description - GLO - Compliance Analyst II (Safety & Compliance Coordinator) (00050091)

Job Description

GLO - Compliance Analyst II (Safety & Compliance Coordinator) ( 00050091 )

Organization

: GENERAL LAND OFFICE

Primary Location

Primary Location

: Texas-Austin

Work Locations

: Austin GLO Main FL7 1700 N Congress Ave Austin 78701

Job

Job

: Business and Financial Operations

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

Schedule

Travel

Travel

: Yes, 25 % of the Time

State Job Code : 1401

Salary Admin Plan : B

Grade : 21

Salary (Pay Basis)

Salary (Pay Basis)

: 5,416.66 - 6,000.00 ( Monthly )

Number of Openings

Number of Openings

: 1

Overtime Status

Overtime Status

: Exempt

Job Posting

Job Posting

: May 20, 2025, 3:28:51 PM

Closing Date

Description

The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Safety & Compliance Coordinator within the Human Resources Department of the agency.

Performs complex (journey-level) compliance analysis work. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees at this level routinely assist others in performing work of greater complexity, provide guidance to others, and may prepare and present written and/or oral reports on compliance issues for agency management and other staff.

Our Mission:

The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources.

What Your Contributions to the GLO Will be:

· Develops, reviews, and updates GLO safety plans, identifying potential risks and ensuring regulatory compliance across departments. Manages operational aspects of departmental contracts, including renewals and compliance monitoring. Supports agency-wide safety and health programs to promote a safe working environment. Assists in the development of the emergency management and business continuity programs, serving in a backup capacity for various emergency management and security roles. Acts as a backup liaison with the State Office of Risk Management (SORM) and the Texas Department of Emergency Management during emergencies. Coordinates the communication of safety information across the agency, including issuing emergency notifications. Provides guidance on safety policies, delivers updates to staff, and contributes to the development and maintenance of safety procedures, manuals, and guidebooks.

· Provides operational and compliance guidance on Human Resources matters impacting agency programs and personnel. Interprets and advises on policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to ensure consistent application and regulatory compliance. Investigates, documents, and analyzes operational issues, identifying potential risks and offering actionable recommendations to support leadership decision-making. Conducts research and prepares ad hoc reports for strategic initiatives and special projects. Collects, reviews, and organizes sensitive documentation in alignment with GLO privacy policies, ensuring accuracy and regulatory adherence prior to external release.

· Serves as backup responder for on-the-job injuries and workers’ compensation claims, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Serves as the Insurance Coordinator as needed and provides operational support for state employment verification records. Manages the agency’s defensive driving program, including course coordination and maintenance of the GLO authorized driver list.

· Collaborates on the GLO New Hire Orientation program by coordinating subject matter experts to support agency training and onboarding initiatives. Verifies the onboarding information and procedures are consistent for regular employees, contractors, interns and volunteers and all paperwork is complete and compliant with applicable Human Resource and GLO regulations and laws. Monitors the training sessions to ensure successful outcomes and employee engagement. Identifies needed changes, recommends solutions and implements approved updates to meet business needs.Conducts new hire orientation in the absence of new-hire coordinator. Maintains confidentiality regarding employee matters, including keeping documents with confidential information secure.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in business administration, public administration, statistical analysis, or a related field.
• One or more of the following designations: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Level I Professional Continuity Practitioner or Level II Master Continuity Practitioner, Certified Public Sector Continuity Professional, Certification in Emergency Management, or related professional certification
• Two (2) to three (3) years’ experience in workplace safety, risk management, or regulatory compliance.
• Completion of all independent study (IS) courses for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Level I Master Continuity Practitioner
• One-year full-time experience of understanding of Continuity of Operations including knowledge of state and federal laws, standards, and best practices.
• One-year full-time experience of Texas government organization and administration planning, formulation, coordination, and implementation methodologies; and of continuity of operations concepts.
• Two years full-time experience in continuity operations planning or closely related field.
• Experience may substitute for education.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the employee to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (moving around the worksite) is routinely required to carry out some duties. This position requires extensive computer, telephone and client/ customer contact and communication. It requires the ability to move and position oneself as needed for filing and similar routine office duties. The job also requires normal cognitive abilities requiring the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Ability to read printed materials and computer screens. The individual must be able to move and transport records, documents, boxes, and all related information and materials, weighing up to 20 pounds when required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in assisting with or leading safety audits, risk assessments, or incident investigations.
• Experience with compliance reports and updating manuals, policies and procedures.
• Experience with adult education and curriculum development.
• Familiarity with ISO 31000 risk management framework.

Compensation and Benefits:

· Free Parking

· Defined Retirement Benefit Plan Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts

· Medical Insurance - State pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible full-time employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. The State pays 50% of the eligible part-time employees’ premium and 25% for eligible dependents.

· Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance.

· Minimum of 96+ Hours of Annual Leave a year **Annual leave increases with length of service.

· Professional Development Opportunities: The GLO offers numerous courses to help our employees grow using resources through LinkedIn Learning and our EAP provider.

Veterans:

· To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or in the CAPPS Career Section.

· You may apply for the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section . It is not necessary to apply both through Work in Texas and the CAPPS Career Section.

· Applications must be fully completed with a detailed job history, including job title, employment dates, employer name, supervisor's name and phone number, and a summary of responsibilities. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.

· In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

· A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.

· Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.