Risk Management Coordinator

Post University; Connecticut; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Post University is looking for a Risk Management Coordinator to assist in investigating suspicious activities related to student admissions and financial aid. This role involves analyzing data, ensuring compliance, and maintaining internal controls while working remotely. Candidates should have strong communication skills and experience in audits or compliance.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k)

Tuition benefits

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in compliance or risk audits.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data on suspicious student activity.
• Collaborate with IT security to develop detection resources.
• Maintain case files and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Discretion

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Fraud prevention tools

Job description

Post University is seeking a Risk Management Coordinator to join our team.

Who We Are

Post University is a thriving organization with an unfolding, amazing success story centered on one mission –changing the lives of its students and associates. Our approach is simple, authentic, and unique. At Post University, each day begins and ends with a demonstration of behaviors that are distinct to our culture and way of life. Our team of passionate professionals embraces a culture that celebrates bold ideas, supports individual growth, and puts our students at the heart of everything we do.

For more than 130 years, Post has focused on student success, with thousands of students in online, main campus, undergraduate, and graduate programs. We continuously seek talented individuals to help us serve our students and each other. Our team boasts diverse backgrounds and expertise, enriching our decision-making with multiple perspectives. Post University currently offers remote work opportunities in several states, including Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and District of Columbia.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Risk Management Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Regulatory Compliance Department in investigating suspicious activity related to student applications for admission and financial aid, academic integrity issues, and preventing dishonesty and potential fraud while strengthening internal controls.

Post University offers remote work for this position. Candidates must connect their equipment to their home router (a 50-foot ethernet cable provided by Post). No wireless connections are supported. The home internet must meet minimum requirements: 25 Mb download speed and 15 Mb upload speed, with the upload speed ensuring a stable audio connection for the phone system. Please test your home network speed at www.speedtest.net. Candidates whose home network does not meet these requirements should contact their ISP to upgrade before their start date.

When working remotely, the home network must meet these standards, and candidates must have a reliable internet connection and a designated, private workspace free from noise or distractions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Effective communication across organizational levels
• Basic understanding of federal student aid processes, government policies, regulations, and laws
• Basic knowledge of Admissions, Registrar, Advising, Academics, and Student Accounts functions
• Conduct independent, impartial reviews of data and systems
• Handle sensitive situations with discretion and impartiality

DUTIES:

• Analyze data on suspicious student activity related to admissions, financial aid, and academic activities
• Evaluate data to detect control weaknesses, fraud, or non-compliance
• Collaborate with IT security to develop detection resources
• Assess business risks, recommend solutions, and advise management
• Review system vulnerabilities related to student applications and academic integrity
• Coordinate with departments to develop corrective actions and ensure implementation
• Summarize and communicate audit results in reports
• Maintain case files and documentation
• Assist external partners with documentation collection
• Review external complaints and internal referrals, analyzing student records for indicators of suspicious activity
• Review internal controls such as IP addresses, contact info, and document references
• Follow policies and participate in training for fraud detection and compliance
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience may suffice
• 3-5 years’ experience in performance, compliance, information systems, operations, financial, or risk audits
• Experience in higher education, audit, IT, or security controls preferred
• Ability to adapt to changing regulations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet applications, database software, and fraud prevention tools
• Discretion in handling confidential information
• Self-motivated with multi-tasking ability

Post University offers a competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, 401(k), and tuition benefits. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Post University Associate Experience. This opportunity may be withdrawn or amended at any time.

Post University is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment. We do not discriminate based on sex, sexual orientation, age, race, color, religious creed, marital status, national origin, disability, or other protected statuses.