Human Resources Specialist & Compliance Manager

Job Description: Job Description Position Title: Human Resources Specialist & Compliance Manager Position Type: Part-Time (Non-Exempt) Salary Range: Hourly Rate $38–40/hr. Reports To: Director of Operations Position Summary HR Specialist & Compliance Manager is a multifaceted role responsible for supporting the institution’s compliance functions and managing the day-to-day HR operations. This position requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage sensitive information in a timely, professional, and confidential manner. This position will oversee compliance activities related to state authorization, accreditation, and institutional reporting. Key Responsibilities Human Resources Support • Assist with staff, faculty, and adjunct faculty recruitment processes, including job postings, applicant communication, interview scheduling, onboarding, and hiring processes. • Maintain accurate employee information in HRIS systems (e.g., Workday / HiredScore), including new hires, position changes, and benefits eligibility. • Manage the Federal Work Study program, including hiring and tracking of budget. Support benefits administration, employee trainings, and HR compliance deadlines. • Assist with employee relations documentation, performance review tracking, and policy communication. • Serve as a connection point between campus HR and System Office HR to support a One System Model, share best practices, and maintain consistent employee experience. • Provide general operational and administrative support at the campus and system levels, helping advance HR projects, committee work, and process improvements. • Participate in systemwide HR initiatives, workgroups, or pilots as needed, supporting standardization, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Regulatory and Compliance Management • Support state authorization and distance education compliance, including tracking approvals, renewals, and reporting deadlines. • Maintain compliance documentation for accreditation, institutional reporting, and regulatory filings. Including IPEDS and CLERY reports. • Manage comprehensive data collection processes to ensure accurate, audit-ready reporting for the CBE and WSCUC. • Assist with annual compliance audits and updates to institutional policies and procedures. • Support Title IX compliance activities, including coordinating trainings, maintaining required documentation, assisting with annual reporting, and ensuring timely communication and tracking of Title IX–related processes. • Monitor changes in relevant regulations (Title IX, employment law, state authorization, and higher education compliance) and inform leadership as needed. • Maintain organized compliance calendars, tracking systems, and documentation archives. • Coordinate with academic departments and administration to gather required compliance data. Qualifications Required • Bachelor’s degree in a related field; • Experience in HR administration, compliance management, or higher education administration. • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines. • Excellent written and verbal communication. • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion. • Familiarity with applicable federal and state regulations (e.g., Title IX, Clery, ADA, employment law). Preferred • JD strongly preferred (e.g., human resources, education, public administration, legal studies, compliance). • Knowledge of HRIS platforms (Workday preferred). • Experience with state authorization, accreditation, or institutional compliance. • Title IX or HR certification (e.g., ATIXA, SHRM, HRCI). Key Competencies • Professionalism and discretion • Attention to detail • Ability to exercise sound judgment • Strong interpersonal skills • Process-oriented and proactive • Ability to work independently and collaboratively • Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills Compensation & Benefits This opportunity is budgeted at $$38-40 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below. https://www.collegesoflaw.edu/careers/ The Colleges of Law is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job