Assistant Director of Compliance and Ethics

Job No: 538482

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Executive/Director/Management, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Legal/Audit Services/Compliance

Department: 22020000 - GN-UNIVERSITY COMPLIANCE

Job Description

Classification Title:

Assistant Director, Compliance

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Master's degree in an appropriate area and at least two years of experience in appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Description:

Compliance Partner Program, Training and Ethics Initiatives

• Leads the Compliance Partners initiative, building and maintaining good relationships with all Compliance Partners to ensure effectiveness and promote awareness of the Compliance Program and all compliance obligations
• Review and analyze changes in laws and regulations relating to compliance obligations and assist with assessment of UF regulations and policies for ongoing compliance with federal and state law
• Assists as needed with the development of Compliance Partner annual reports and other compliance related activities
• Maintains the accuracy of the compliance plan and supporting matrices in collaboration with Compliance Partners
• Develops an ongoing compliance communication plan including regular compliance reminders, educational articles, quizzes, industry updates, and website development
• Implements effective marketing, training, and awareness campaigns to promote the compliance and ethics program
• Builds, maintains, and updates an enterprise-wise compliance calendar to support monitoring of compliance and ethics obligations
• Develops and implements any other compliance training, as needed
• Represents UF Compliance and Ethics at campus-wide and departmental meetings, as needed
• Coordinates ethics initiatives in alignment with the Florida Commission on Ethics and applicable provisions of Florida Statutes, Chapter 112
• Provides guidance and education related to public employee responsibilities and limitations, including ethics requirements related to gifts
• Supports vendor-related ethics requirements, including applicable disclosures and compliance obligations
• Represents UF Compliance and Ethics on the State University System (SUS) Consortium Ethics Sub-Committee and participates in related initiatives and working groups

Compliance and Ethics Program Support

• Assists the CCO and Director with the development, oversight and implementation of the institutional compliance and ethics program
• Conducts data collection and root cause analysis to identify trends and support continuous improvement efforts
• Assists the Director in implementation of an institutional compliance risk assessment process to enhance strategic compliance oversight and monitoring
• Provides regular updates and presentation materials to the CCO and Director for inclusion in reports for university leadership, the Board of Trustees and the Board of Governors
• Understands program monetary needs and accurately report on all fiscal requirements and obligations
• Develops internal policies and procedures, and partner with other units in the development of institutional policies and procedures
• Addresses inquiries, hotline complaints and other matters within the scope of the institutional compliance and ethics program
• Facilitates continuous improvement of the institutional compliance program, including participation in regular program self-assessment and external reviews
• Oversees Florida Commission on Ethics Form 1 filings, ensuring timely, accurate, and complete submission
• Responds to ethics-related questions and inquiries received through various intake or reporting channels
• Develops/revises the enterprise-wide compliance and ethics training for all employees ensuring compliance with federal/state law and university regulations and policies
• Develops, maintains, and periodically reviews foundational compliance and ethics documents, including the Audit and Compliance Committee Charter, Compliance Charter, and Compliance Work Plan

Subject-Matter Expertise

• Monitor the regulatory landscape within higher education compliance and ethics and continuously expand subject-matter expertise
• Participate in relevant compliance and ethics organizations, including attending meetings and conferences, participating in work groups, engaging in speaking opportunities, or performing other related activities
• Evaluate emerging compliance trends and make recommendations to the Director for implementing best practices to support continuous improvement of the university's program
• All other duties as assigned by the CCO or Director
• Maintains subject-matter expertise related to Florida ethics laws, Florida Commission on Ethics requirements, and ethics compliance within public higher education

Expected Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Qualifications:

Master's degree in an appropriate area and at least two years of experience in appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

• 5+ years of experience in a related role
• Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) certification or must be earned within one year of employment
• Demonstrated strong writing and proofreading skills, producing final work products that are polished and ready for publication
• Compliance or legal experience within an institution of higher education or an academic medical center
• Strong organizational, communication, strategic planning, and project management skills
• Extensive knowledge of compliance principles, terminology, and regulatory requirements that impact universities and academic medical centers
• A proven record of excellence in customer service, integrity, teamwork, and collaboration
• Ability to translate complex legal requirements into understandable and meaningful terms within the context of higher education
• Prior experience in audit or investigations
• Computing skills including Excel, PowerPoint and Teams

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:
No

Applications Close: 22 February 2026

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6930922

Our Commitment:

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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