State Compliance Administrator

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University. Do you have a passion for project management, providing guidance related to regulations, policy and compliance? The Office of Academic Compliance and Regulation is seeking an experienced, energetic State Compliance Administrator. Reporting to the State Compliance Manager, this position is responsible for ensuring the University’s compliance with GCU’s state authorizations, state VA approval agency applications, and disclosures related to professional licensure programs. We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of our academic community and integrate faith. Location: Main Campus, 33rd and Camelback What you will do: Completes state authorization applications, submits annual reports, conducts research related to regulatory requirements, new program development, and ongoing professional licensure disclosures in support of the University’s compliance with state authorization, NC-SARA, and other regulatory entities. Submits applications for new and continuing authorizations and program approvals. Maintains disclosure requirements for professional licensure and certification in the designated subject area. Provides point-of-contact leadership and customer service to internal and external stakeholders as well as designated state agencies. Manages data, documentation, and communication required for state authorization compliance. Researches, gathers, and interprets federal and state regulations. Collaborates with academic program managers and internal business partners to ensure compliance requirements are communicated and implemented across the organization. Provides support to teams responsible for resolving student issues related to licensure issues. What you need: Bachelors degree; Masters degree preferred Project management experience. Strong time management, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication, presentation and writing skills with the ability to communicate complex information to regulators and staff. Preferred experience working directly with teacher certification agencies or higher education state authorization entities. Why work at GCU: Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events Free covered parking We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program Free on-site gyms on campus GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check. For assistance with your job application please use our External Candidate Job Application Guide. All staff and faculty candidates will be asked to review GCU’s Staff or Faculty expectations as part of the application process. If you’re looking for jobs in admissions/enrollment, accounting, curriculum development, financial aid, human resources, information technology, marketing or other student service-related jobs at Grand Canyon Education, Inc. Visit our partner’s site at jobs.gce.com for more information.