Compliance Analyst

Virginia Tech • Blacksburg, VA

2d • $75,000 - $85,000

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 position 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.

The analyst independently evaluates complex or sensitive matters, interprets requirements, develops recommendations, and implements improvements in collaboration with university departments, administrators, faculty, and staff. The role supports institutional risk management and promotes a culture of compliance and adherence to applicable federal and state laws, regulations, university policies, and ethical standards. The position is primarily onsite, with potential for a hybrid work 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.
• Minimum of 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 applicable 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, policies, and ethical standards.

What This Job Offers

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