Compliance Specialist-Procurement Services

Position Overview:

Plan and coordinate activities designed to ensure compliance with governmental laws and regulations. Implement compliance regulations into business processes, work closely with government agencies to understand current legislation and keep informed of new and pending legislation. May participate in governmental lobbying activities.

Department Specific Essential Job Functions:

Conduct compliance audits as assigned within the UCO procurement card program following university and state policies and procedures. Prepare written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective action. Develop and carry out ongoing monitoring activities based on findings and identified risk. Review travel claims following university and state policies and procedures. Reviews various, documents, and respond to inquiries. Create and maintain compliance databases. Provide education and training to employees on the procurement card and travel programs. Retain appropriate documentation and work papers in accordance with record retention policies and regulatory audit requirements. Other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience Required:

Requires a bachelor's degree in related field or 4+ years of equivalent work experience in chosen filed that provides knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts. Requires the application of expertise in a chosen field to achieve results.

Experience Preferred:

Bachelor’s Degree in business, finance or a related field required, or an equivalent of eight years’ of compliance experience. Excellent writing skills and verbal communications. Proficiency with Excel. Exceptional customer service skills. Comfortable public speaking. Ability to apply critical thinking skills and logic to different situations. Strong understanding of the State of Oklahoma Procurement Statures, Oklahoma Travel Reimbursement Act and UCO’s Travel Policy, including understanding of regulatory, contractual, and operational responsibilities and the ability to interpret various contracts are preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Excellent writing and proofreading skills. Excellent computer skills with ability to utilized analytical and statistical software tools. Proficient in use of database systems, Microsoft Office, etc. Good analytical, research, organizational and problem-solving skills. Experience public speaker or trainer helpful. Self-starter with ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Will this employee supervise others?

No, this employee will NOT supervise other employees.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.