Compliance Specialist

UMA is a nonprofit healthcare educational institution with a national presence. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida and founded in 1994, UMA offers content-rich, interactive online programs as well as hands-on training at our Clearwater, Florida campus. 

• Medical (including prescription), Dental, Vision (UMA subsidized)
• FSA/HSA (Depending on Medical Plan chosen)
• $50,000 Life Insurance (UMA paid)
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance (Team Member paid)
• Employee Assistance Program – EAP (UMA paid)
• Long Term Disability (UMA paid)
• Short Term Disability (Team Member paid)
• Supplemental Insurance such as Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital (Team Member Paid)
• Paid Time Off – 15 days accrued in year 1, 9 holidays, and 1 day of Volunteering Time Off
• 401k (eligible upon completion of 90 days of employment and must be at least 21 years of age)
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection

Purpose of the Position:

The Compliance Specialist evaluates the validity of high school credentials and maintains the Proof of Graduation list for the organization. This role also supports federal regulatory reporting requirements, ensuring accurate and timely submissions for IPEDS Surveys, Consumer Information, Student Right to Know disclosures, Campus Security disclosures and other regulatory reports as needed.

What you’ll do:  

1. Validate Secondary School Credentials: Review and determine if secondary schools, including high schools, GED programs, or home schools, are valid, accredited, and meet all internal and external requirements for a high school diploma or equivalent for purposes of receipt of federal student aid.
2. Maintain Proof of Graduation List: Keep an updated list of all reviewed high schools, GED programs, and home schools.
3. Resolve Transcript Validation Inquiries: Respond to tickets and resolve inquiries related to transcript validation.
4. Audit Graduation Documents: Audit proof of graduation (“POG”) or equivalent documents collected by the Student Finance POG Team.
5. Assist with Other Audits: Provide support during other internal and external audits.
6. Reviews marketing materials: Review materials generated for external use for compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policy and procedures.
7. Support Compliance Department: Assist the Compliance Department and the organization as needed to support its compliance processes.
8. Investigate and Resolve Issues: Investigate and resolve matters, sometimes sensitive and/or confidential.
9. Communicate Compliance Requirements: Effectively communicate compliance requirements to students and staff and escalate compliance concerns within the Compliance Department.
10. Perform other duties as assigned. 

Career Level Expectations:

• Experienced role that applies practical knowledge of job area.
• Works independently with general supervision.
• Proactively handles difficult problems.
• May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices.
• Desire for growth and professional development.

Required Skills/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Personal honesty and integrity with a demonstrated commitment to ethics, morals, legal business practices and standards.
• Ability to professionally communicate fluently in verbal and written English.
• Ability to contribute to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Computer literacy/basic computer skills to effectively navigate and utilize the technology required for the role.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other business tools such as Microsoft Teams.

Compliance: 

• Demonstrate knowledge of and carefully follow all applicable federal and state compliance requirements and regulations including those prescribed by the U.S. Department of Education, accrediting agencies, state regulations, and internal policies and procedures.   
• Effectively communicate compliance requirements to other staff as appropriate and quickly escalate any compliance concerns to the Compliance department.

Work Environment/Physical Demands: 

• This is a full-time remote position. 
• Home office set up, quiet place to work, and ability to hard wire into high-speed internet connection. 
• May require setup of computer equipment; accommodation consideration available upon request. 
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as needed. 

OUR VALUES

Our institutional values are shaped and validated by our team members. They describe how we strive to operate and are the standards of behavior we look to embody. 

ACT WITH INTEGRITY

We operate honestly and ethically in an industry-compliant fashion. We are fair and trustworthy in our interactions with all we serve. Our team members, at all levels, lead by example and strive to do the right thing for our students and for each other. We are disciplined professionals who strive to be straightforward and dependable.

CHAMPION STUDENT OUTCOMES

We live by a strong commitment to our students and are passionate about preparing them for meaningful careers. We are deeply dedicated to ensuring students’ educational and career success. We excel at building our students’ confidence and empowering them to reach their full potential.

COMMIT TO TEAM MEMBER SUCCESS

We are committed to our team members’ success and to each other’s success. We strive to create an environment that attracts and retains the best talent while offering continuous learning, professional development and career growth opportunities. We recognize and reward our team members for their contributions to the organization and to our students.

PURSUE RESULTS WITH PURPOSE

We pursue results with a sense of urgency and purpose. We take responsibility for achieving ambitious, measurable results and hold each other accountable. We think strategically and critically, greet new ideas and challenges openly, and look for innovative solutions to challenges.

HAVE FUN. BUILD ENERGY

Enjoying what we do is central to achieving our goals. Building energy, having fun, being optimistic and creating a positive working environment are all critical to our success and that of our students. We strive to be inspired and to inspire others. We consistently show appreciation and celebrate our successes, both large and small.

WORK AS ONE

We believe that diverse, inclusive teams produce breakthrough results. We strive to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues from all types of backgrounds by showing respect and humility when interacting with each other and resolving conflicts in a constructive manner. By working together, we win together - as one - ensuring that the goals of the company are the focal point of our efforts.

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