Officer-Compliance | Office of University Human Resources

Profile Summary

Positions in this job profile evaluate university-wide practices to ensure effective control structures are in place, and ensure compliance with specific contract guidelines, state and federal laws, OSU policies and procedures, and industry standards. They research, analyze, provide training, and make recommendations regarding their areas of expertise.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The distinguishing characteristic of the Officer-Compliance profile are the responsibilities to manage and enforce compliance. Positions provide expertise and consultation while ensuring compliance with OSU policies, procedures, laws, regulations, contractual agreements, and industry standards.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Investigates, analyzes, advises, consults and problem-solves with managers and employees on topics related to compliance, internal controls and risk management for OSU policies, procedures, laws, regulations, contractual agreements and industry standards. 2. Provides resources, consultation, subject matter expertise, and training to internal and external stakeholders regarding area of compliance. 3. Administers, interprets, and ensures compliance with University policy, state and federation laws and regulations and collective bargaining agreements. 4. Performs monitoring and assessment activities including auditing transactions and processes for risk factors, integrity, and compliance, with follow up coaching, training, or corrective action. 5. Researches, analyzes data, and provides reports to inform decisions. 6. Manages information, records, documentation, and systems including storage and maintenance.

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Problems are highly varied, complex and often non-recurring; require novel and creative approaches to resolution. New concepts and approaches may have to be developed. Decisions have major implications on the management and operations of an area within a department; job may contribute to important strategy, operations, and business decisions that affect the department. Decisions impact: • Entire University • Functions across the University • Department • Direct team • Students/Parents • Other External Agencies and Institutions

Accountability

Results are defined by senior management; existing practices are used as guidelines to determine specific work methods. Carries out work activities independently; supervisor/manager is available to resolve problems. Positions may supervise work of classified employees, including hiring, planning, assigning and scheduling work, reviewing work and ensuring quality standards, training staff and overseeing their productivity.

Relationship With Others

Collaborates and interacts within the Dept/Unit, University Wide, and Externally to: • Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and work quality. • Exchange routine, factual information and/or answer routine questions. • Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately. • Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas, or collaborate on significant projects. • Resolve conflict, negotiate, or collaborate on major projects. • Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems. • Access and/or work with sensitive and/or confidential information. • Handle sensitive issues and facilitate collaboration as at the highest level.

Typical Requirements

Bachelor's degree in field related to assigned responsibilities. Experience interpreting, and applying laws, regulations, policies and contracts. May require certification or licensure.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by positions within this job profile. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of all employees within positions covered by this job profile.