Compliance Analyst

Virginia Tech • Blacksburg, VA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Compliance Analyst supports Virginia Tech's Division of Enterprise, Risk, and Integrity (ERI) by applying advanced analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills to support and improve the university's conflicts of interest and commitment (COI/C), compliance and ethics, and privacy programs. The role analyzes disclosures, compliance data, processes, and risk information; coordinates initiatives; supports regulatory projects and updates; maintains records; and develops program-related training, communications, and reports.

Working independently, the analyst evaluates complex or sensitive matters, interprets requirements, develops recommendations, and implements improvements in collaboration with university departments, administrators, faculty, and staff. The position supports institutional risk management and a culture of compliance, including adherence to applicable federal and state laws, regulations, university policies, and ethical standards. The position is primarily onsite, with the potential for a hybrid arrangement. A criminal conviction check is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Organizational Management, Finance, Accounting, Public Policy, Political Science, Environmental Health and Safety, Higher Education Administration, Healthcare Management, or a related field.
• At least two years of professional experience in compliance, risk management, regulatory affairs, audit, research administration, business administration, policy administration, healthcare administration, higher education administration, or a related field.
• Experience managing multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Experience compiling, analyzing, and reporting data.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance principles and risk management practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify trends and recommend solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and OneDrive.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education, academic medical centers, healthcare, or other highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth of Virginia laws, regulations, and policy requirements.
• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into operational guidance and procedures.
• Experience conducting compliance assessments, audits, or risk evaluations.
• Professional certification in compliance, risk management, auditing, project management, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Analyze disclosures, compliance data, processes, and risk information.
• Coordinate initiatives and support regulatory projects and updates.
• Maintain records and develop program-related training, communications, and reports.
• Independently evaluate complex or sensitive matters and interpret requirements.
• Develop recommendations and implement improvements collaboratively with university departments, administrators, faculty, and staff.
• Support institutional risk management efforts and promote a culture of compliance and adherence to applicable laws, regulations, university policies, and ethical standards.

Benefits

• Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance, which provide opportunities for impactful professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level