Compliance Officer/Program Coordinator

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The primary purpose of this organization unit is to administer the campus-wide grant programs of the Higher Education Act of 1964, under Title III-Part B. The unit manages the HBCU, Part B, FUTURE Act, and HBGI grants. The main functions of the office are management of the grants; planning, directing, coordinating, advising, troubleshooting, and implementation of the grants; developing, revising, writing, and editing the Title III grant proposals within the letter and spirit of the Federal and State of North Carolina Laws and Statues, all within the practices and procedures of the State of North Carolina and North Carolina Central University.

The Compliance Officer/Program Specialist will assist the Director of Title III in proactively supporting grantees in implementing best practices to ensure timely and accurate reporting to the U.S. Department of Education (U.S. DOE). Staff member serves as financial management consultant and authoritative expert to grantees regarding tracking, monitoring, and use of grant funds; internal control systems; financial policies; and sound fiscal management practices. Ensures that grantees' fiscal and internal control systems are competent to meet program requirements by providing assistance in pre-award planning/preparation, budgeting, application procedures, project approval, grant implementation, grant monitoring and evaluation, and audit resolution. Reviews applicant budget submissions, assesses applicants' capacity to appropriately expend grant funds, monitors spending performance of assigned grantees, and ensures that grant recipients meet legal, fiscal, and program requirements. Provides technical assistance, identifies options, and makes recommendations on grant preparation and implementation through site visits, workshops, training, and other management assistance services. This staff will also perform other duties as assigned by the Title III Programs Director.

Ability to work independently, making effective decisions quickly and resolutely; knowledge of management skills, including planning, prioritizing, implementing, and evaluating; ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion; ability to work effectively with individuals of all professions, ranks and personalities; knowledge of University and System hierarchical structure, policies and procedures; ability to use technology effectively; ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail and accuracy; comprehensive and effective writing and verbal communication skills; sensitivity to and awareness of University programs; ability to adapt quickly to new situations and to work under unusual pressure with frequent interruptions while maintaining a high degree of concentration and attention to detail; ability to find creative solutions for complex problems while still maintaining the integrity of the standards and policies of the institution; ability to rapidly acquire general knowledge of all policies and procedures, complete knowledge of function, and be able to give understandable interpretations of policies and procedures; demonstrate knowledge of, and familiarity with, the theory, methods, and principles of fiscal management, as well as the federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and requirements that govern grants administration; ability to explain relevant issues and train other staff members; capable of conducting research and collecting documentation independently; experience and success in formulating and implementing financial policies and procedures that strengthen grantees' internal controls; knowledge of various approaches to accounting systems used in order to evaluate, track, monitor, and determine whether grantees' financial internal control systems meet program requirements and to make appropriate authoritative recommendations for improvement of internal controls and modification of accounting systems; skill and diplomacy in meeting and dealing with a variety of officials from various University and external constituencies; ability to provide leadership to empower internal stakeholders to reach full potential; ability to think globally and apply experiences in a creative and strategic manner; sensibility to and awareness of the University's diverse community; thorough knowledge of and experience with managing financial operations and financial reporting, especially with regard to federal and private grants; knowledge of US generally accepted accounting principles and financial accounting standards; thorough knowledge of and experience in the rules, regulations and procedures for government grants/contracts; demonstrated ability to design and implement effective workflow processes and procedures that enhance internal controls and reporting; superior problem solving and analytical skills; and appreciation for deadlines and adherence to project plans.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a master's degree, in business administration, with course work in finance, accounting budget analysis ( CPA preferred), or a related field, plus five years of progressive and responsible professional experience relevant to the position, five years of grant administration experience, and two years of accounting or finance, work experience. Background in business management systems, contract or grant compliance, and administration of federal government programs, particularly large projects preferred. Federal costing compliance, federal financial management, federal grants management, or professional grant writing certification is preferred.

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Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University ( NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University's internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.