Compliance Monitor at University of South Florida Libraries

Tallahassee, FL, United States

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• Job Identification 40457
• Job Category Business Services
• Posting Date 11/20/2025, 05:29 PM
• Apply Before 12/04/2025, 05:00 AM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Locations 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
• Hiring Salary $49,600 - $52,000
• Essential Personnel No
  
  

Job Description

Position Location: Tallahassee, FL

Organizational Unit

The Institute for School-Community Partnerships, Integrated Services, and Child Mental Health and Educational Policy (ISCP), which is part of the College of Education, envisions that all schools in the state of Florida and nationally will have the capacity to provide a safe, effective, and efficient environment to continuously improve the academic, social, and emotional growth of all students and to actively engage families and communities in education. The ISCP’s nearly $23 million budget is derived from grants from federal, state, and private sources. It is the mission of the ISCP to implement and evaluate research-based and innovative practices in school and community settings. This is accomplished through (a) training, technical assistance, and support to key partners; (b) community-engaged research and program evaluation to inform key partners’ decision making; (c) the development of research and evidence-based documents, tools, and resources to support implementation and evaluation activities; and (d) supporting the infrastructure and capacity of key partners to implement and evaluate federal and state educational policy.

Position Summary

The Compliance Monitor performs risk assessments, operational and financial monitoring of 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) sub recipients in accordance with professional standards. The Compliance Monitor ensures appropriate controls exist; processes are efficient and accurate; operating procedures are in compliance with federal and state rules and regulations and best practices; identifies internal control and business process improvement strategies designed to strengthen project controls and improve operational efficiency and effectiveness; and prepares reports of findings and makes recommendations to resolve conditions noted. This position is grant funded.

Responsibilities

Evaluates sub recipients using a risk-based approach to identify the appropriate monitoring strategy for each sub recipient. Applies the appropriate monitoring strategy to each sub recipient by conducting onsite or desktop monitoring activities. Assists sub recipients in the development of appropriate and effective corrective action plans and assists sub recipients in achieving and maintaining compliance with Federal and State rules and regulations by providing accurate and clear guidance.

Drafts reports for each monitoring activity in accordance with U.S. Department of Education (USED) and Florida Department of Education (FDOE) guidelines. Performs periodic follow-up of previously reported monitoring or audit findings to assess resolution of recommendations and determine if adequate corrective action has been implemented by sub recipients. Assists with investigations conducted by the Office of the Inspector General at the Florida Department of Education, the Auditor General and the Department of Financial Services or any other cognizant agency.

Reviews and tracks the annual sub recipient self-assessment responses, supports the development of corrective action plans, and tracks sub recipient progress in the same.

Keeps abreast of Federal and State rules, regulations and guidance pertinent to the 21st CCLC program. Responds to emerging financial and compliance issues by providing accurate guidance.

Travels to provide monitoring, conduct site visits, participate in meetings, completing tasks as required by 21st CCLC program office or Florida Department of Education (FDOE)

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the program responsibilities and two years of professional experience; or Master's degree in an area of specialization appropriate for the program.

FLSB1310 Equivalency: 4 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree. 6 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for master's degree.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Communication, Education, Adult Education, or related field from accredited university and minimum of 3 years professional training experience; or Masters in same fields with 2 years of professional training experience.

Knowledge of and experience with contracts and grant compliance requirements.

Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related Federal, State and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, related policies, procedures, principles and practices.

Requires: Criminal History Background Check - Level 1

Requires: Criminal History Background Check - Level 2

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

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