Compliance Officer II-Internal Audit

Compliance Officer II-Internal Audit

Texas A&M Engineering

TEES Office of Ethics and Compliance

Bryan, Texas

Purpose:

The Compliance Officer II performs professional services to implement, administer, and maintain the Texas A&M Engineering compliance program. Using independent judgment in a complex work environment, this position collaborates with stakeholders across the organization and external entities to develop and implement solutions that enhance accountability, mitigate risk, and improve operational processes.

Responsibilities:

Under supervision, direct and coordinate Management Review activities across Texas A&M Engineering programs and units.

Under supervision, lead and coordinate Management Reviews, including the development of schedules, scopes, methodologies, reporting tools, and related documentation.

Develop reports, metrics, dashboards, and presentations related to compliance, risk management, audit activities, and Management Review outcomes.

Assist in planning, administering, maintaining, assessing, and reporting on organization-wide risk management and compliance activities.

Facilitate risk assessments and assist departments in identifying, evaluating, mitigating, and monitoring operational, compliance, financial, and strategic risks.

Review and analyze data, activities, processes, procedures, and internal controls to evaluate efficiency, effectiveness, compliance, and risk exposure.

Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and develop corrective action plans to address areas of noncompliance.

Respond to apparent violations of policies, procedures, or regulatory requirements by recommending and participating in investigative and corrective actions.

Implement, administer, and maintain the Texas A&M Engineering compliance program using independent judgment in a complex work environment.

Coordinate internal and external audits, including gathering requested information, coordinating responses, planning pre-audit activities, and facilitating follow-up actions.

Assist in developing, maintaining, and communicating compliance policies, procedures, standards, and guidance materials.

Identify opportunities to enhance processes, improve outcomes, strengthen controls, and support effective problem resolution.

Communicate compliance and risk management matters through written reports, presentations, training programs, committee participation, meetings, and web-based resources.

Perform other duties as assigned.

What We Need:

Bachelor's degree in a business-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Five years of experience in compliance, risk management, auditing, or related compliance program activities.

What Is Helpful:

Experience in internal auditing, risk management, compliance monitoring, or program assessment.

Knowledge of enterprise risk management principles and internal control frameworks.

Experience in higher education or research compliance and regulatory environments.

Professional certification such as CIA, CFE, CCEP, CRMA, CPA, or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Work Location:

Bryan, TX.