The University of New Mexico

Job Details

Coord,University Compliance

Requisition ID req33729
Working Title Compliance Coordinator
Position Grade 15
Position Summary

The UNM Office of Compliance, Ethics & Equal Opportunity (CEEO) seeks a highly qualified professional for the role of Compliance Coordinator.

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Compliance Officer, the Compliance Coordinator facilitates the university’s compliance program including participation in the compliance risk assessment processes and collaboration with university departments to appropriately mitigate risks, and guiding university departments to ensure compliance with various federal and state law.

Coordinates investigations into allegations of compliance and ethics violations.

Develops, implements, and evaluates compliance activities and initiatives involving multiple partners across the institution.
Supports EthicsPoint Compliance Reporting system administration.

Oversees the Minors on Campus program.

Assists in all functions and activities of the Office of Compliance, Ethics & Equal Opportunity (CEEO).

Participates in the review and revision of university policies and procedures.

Reports on compliance activities as requested.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
  • Must obtain certification as a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) within 12 months of date of hire.
  • Must maintain certification status.
  • Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of investigation, negotiation, mediation, and complaint resolution process of high level/sensitive claims on behalf of the University.
  • Knowledge and understanding of university institutional policies and procedures and the regulatory environment in which they operate.
  • Strong program coordination and organization skills.
  • Demonstrated project management experience.
  • Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze, summarize, and effectively present data.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with senior administration, faculty, staff, community leaders, governmental bodies, and funding agencies.
  • Sound knowledge of the ethics and compliance profession, theories and systems of internal control, and professional compliance standards.
  • Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
  • Strong data analysis skills. 
  • Juris Doctorate
  • Project Management Professional certification or equivalent
  • Higher Education experience
  • Five years of progressively responsible experience in regulatory, legal, and/or compliance. Experience dealing with federal and state regulations and assisting in the design of appropriate compliance monitoring procedures to meet those requirements. Supervisory and management experience.
  • Compliance certification (SCCE/HCA) or the ability to obtain certification within two years of hire.
Additional Requirements
Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department Compliance Ethics & Equal Opp (016A)
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status Exempt
Pay Monthly: $5,844.80 - $8,366.80
Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required Yes
For Best Consideration Date 7/28/2025
Eligible for Remote Work Yes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement After successful completion of the probationary period, the new employee may be eligible for one (1) day of telecommuting/hybrid remote work arrangement under the discretion of their supervisor, business needs, and successful completion of training.
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please include a resume with full dates of employment for each position including month and year and list average number of hour worked per week. Please include a cover letter that addresses how your background, skills and experience align with the preferred qualifications listed in the job posting.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.