Ethics Coordinator I

Liberty University • Lynchburg, VA

77d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ethics Coordinator supports the University's commitment to integrity, accountability, and ethical conduct by managing ethics-related programs, investigations, and awareness initiatives. This role works closely with Internal Audit, Compliance, HR, and other departments to promote a culture of ethical behavior and ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and University policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, ethics, or related field (Master's or professional certification preferred)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in ethics, compliance, audit, or related field
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, internal controls, and investigative procedures
• Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
• Ability to articulate and defend the unique Christian educational mission and vision of Liberty University and its subsidiaries to a wide variety of individuals and groups.
• Individual must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan.
• Individual must not be convicted of, or pled nolo contendere or guilty to, a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of federal, state, or local government funds, -or- be administratively or judicially determined to have committed fraud or any other material violation of law involving federal, state, or local government funds (CFR 668.14(b)(18)(i))
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer skills.
• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
• May be required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.
• Proof of a valid driver's license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee's position.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Juris Masters or Juris Doctorate degree

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain ethics-related policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Receive, document, and triage ethics complaints; assist with investigations into alleged misconduct, including conflicts of interest, fraud, and policy violations.
• Track ethics cases, trends, and outcomes; prepare reports for leadership and the Audit Committee.
• Coordinate ethics education and outreach efforts to promote understanding of ethical standards and reporting mechanisms.
• Assist with internal audit planning and fieldwork as needed, particularly in areas involving ethics and compliance.
• Provide subject matter expertise on ethical risks and controls.
• Serve as a resource to departments on ethical issues; collaborate with Compliance, HR, Legal, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent handling of ethics concerns.
• Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU's Christian model and Mission - Training Champions for Christ.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees