University of Tampa · 19 hours ago
Compliance and Risk Manager, Human Resources
Tampa
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of Tampa is seeking a Compliance and Risk Manager for their Human Resources department. This role is crucial in ensuring that HR practices comply with federal and state laws and accreditation standards while promoting a culture of ethical conduct and accountability across the university community.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Monitor, interpret, and implement federal, state, and higher‑education employment regulations (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title IX, Clery, EEOC, ACA, state wage laws, etc.) and advise campus stakeholders on their implications
Develop, revise, and maintain HR policies and procedures that align with legal requirements, accreditation standards, and university values
Lead periodic compliance audits across HR functions—including I‑9 verification, personnel file maintenance, adjunct and faculty onboarding, and leave administration—and document findings and corrective actions
Oversee compliance for academic and athletic camps, including background checks, fingerprinting, and affidavits of good moral character; provide training and guidance to camp coordinators and academic units
Provide training and consultation to supervisors, faculty administrators, and staff on compliance topics, ensuring materials reflect the unique context of higher education
Audit, monitor, and review Tuition Waiver Requests for staff, faculty, and dependents, including follow‑up with employees and supervisors when requests involve work‑hour considerations (e.g., taking classes during the day)
Audit, monitor, and review Staff Teaching schedules to ensure compliance with university policy and workload guidelines and communicate with managers as needed
Review and complete Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employment certification requests in accordance with federal requirements
Coordinate legal hold processes in partnership with external Legal Counsel, ITS, and Records Management to ensure timely notification, tracking, and release
Serve as the HR liaison for subpoenas, discovery requests, and document production related to employment or student‑employment matters
Maintain compliant retention and destruction practices for personnel files, investigation records, and sensitive HR documentation in accordance with university policy, state archival requirements, and accreditation expectations
Oversee the administration of wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other court‑mandated payroll deductions for faculty, staff, and student employees
Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate, timely processing and strict confidentiality
Monitor regulatory changes and update internal procedures and campus guidance accordingly
Identify emerging HR‑related risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies that support institutional priorities and accreditation standards
Support internal and external audits conducted by state agencies, federal regulators, accreditation bodies, and university compliance offices
Prepare compliance and risk‑related reports for HR leadership, external Legal Counsel, and senior administration
Collaborate with Administration & Finance, Operations, ITS, Athletics, and Academic Affairs on cross‑functional risk initiatives and policy impact assessments
Contribute to HR‑related business continuity planning and emergency preparedness efforts
Develop and deliver training on compliance topics, including anti‑discrimination, workplace conduct, mandatory reporting, hiring practices, and policy updates
Serve as a resource to faculty, staff, and student supervisors on HR compliance questions, offering guidance that balances legal requirements with the collaborative culture of higher education
Promote a campus environment that values ethical behavior, transparency, and continuous improvement
Review HR‑related vendor agreements for compliance risks, data privacy considerations, and legal obligations, with attention to FERPA‑adjacent data protections
Partner with external Legal Counsel, Procurement, ITS, and Risk Management on contract renewals, amendments, and risk mitigation strategies
Ensure third‑party systems handling employee or student‑employee data meet university security standards and privacy expectations
Participate in third‑party risk assessments and monitor vendor compliance with institutional data‑protection requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
5+ years of HR compliance, risk management, or related experience, ideally within higher education or another highly regulated environment
Strong knowledge of employment law, higher‑education compliance frameworks, and campus‑specific regulatory obligations
Experience conducting compliance audits, investigations, or policy reviews
Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment
Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to work effectively across academic and administrative units
Preferred
Master's degree in Human Resources, Business, Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, or related field
Experience developing and delivering training to diverse campus audiences
Professional certifications (SHRM‑CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR, or similar)
Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday) and comfort with learning new technologies
Company
University of Tampa
The University of Tampa is a medium-sized comprehensive, private university located on approximately 100 acres of prime riverfront land in the heart of downtown Tampa.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mary Anderson, PhD
Co-Director/Co-Founder of University of Tampa All In for Democracy Coalition
Tammy Loper
Chief Information Officer
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