Compliance Officer I – College Station

About the role

The Compliance Officer I monitors and facilitates compliance with federal, state, and Texas A&M University System regulations. The role supports ethical conduct across AgriLife Research by investigating allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, and other policy violations.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and investigate cases involving fraud, waste, abuse, or policy violations; conduct interviews and draft investigative reports.
• Maintain the AgriLife Rules library, manage workflow for reviewing, revising, and approving rules and procedures.
• Assist the Public Information Officer with public records requests and serve as backup.
• Participate in on‑site reviews of off‑campus research and extension centers, evaluating records retention, training, and technology control plans.
• Act as liaison for agency programs for minors, reviewing risk assessments for completeness and accuracy.
• Support the annual Enterprise Risk Management process and broader compliance program.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum four years of related compliance or investigative experience.
• Current CFE or CCEP certification preferred.
• Knowledge of Texas A&M University System structure and state/federal public information laws.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Maestro, FAMIS, CircuiTree, AggieBuy, and Concur systems.
• Advanced word processing, spreadsheet, and database application skills.

What we offer

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability insurance with employer contributions.
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Employee wellness initiatives and flexible work schedule options.