Compliance Analyst

Compliance Analyst

The Office of Institutional Research at Fairfield University's Compliance Analyst will manage institutional reporting requirements for federal, state, and accreditation agencies. This full-time position is essential to ensuring that Fairfield remains in good standing by overseeing the preparation and submission of timely, accurate, and complete data, while supporting the University's broader commitment to regulatory transparency and data integrity. Serves as a key liaison between internal departments and external regulatory bodies, the Compliance Analyst plays a vital role in upholding Fairfield University's commitment to data integrity, regulatory compliance, and institutional transparency.

Areas of Knowledge and Essential Functions :

• Prepare, validate, and submit mandated federal and state compliance reports (e.g., IPEDS, state education reports, accreditation data submissions) in compliance with deadlines and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor evolving federal and state regulations, and accreditation standards related to institutional reporting and recommend process updates as needed.
• Collaborate with key departments (e.g., Registrar, Financial Aid, Enrollment, HR, Finance) to collect, verify, and format data for compliance reports.
• Maintain internal reporting schedules, process documentation, and audit trails to ensure accuracy and repeatability.
• Assist in the development and implementation of institutional policies and procedures related to compliance.
• Review historical data for consistency, accuracy, and compliance with longitudinal reporting expectations.
• Contributes to the expansion of data literacy across the institution by supporting the creation of training resources and guidance materials.

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Please note : Duties, responsibilities, and competencies may evolve over time to meet the changing needs of the University and the Office of Institutional Research.