Job Title

Human Resources Compliance Analyst

Department

HR Employment Services

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Position Salary Minimum

$55,000

Position Salary Maximum

$70,000

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2025-01-03

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Compliance Analyst to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that the organization’s HR practices, policies, and procedures adhere to federal, state, and employment laws and regulations. Collaborate with HR and and other applicable offices to assess risk, track compliance issues, and support initiatives that promote a fair and compliant workplace.

Job Description

Essential Duties:

• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and stay up-to-date with changes in employment laws, including but not limited to wage and hour laws,  and labor regulations.

• Policy and Procedure Review: Conduct regular reviews and audits of HR policies, practices, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and university work rules.

• Risk Assessment: Identify areas of potential non-compliance within HR processes, and work with relevant stakeholders to implement corrective measures.

• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records related to HR compliance, prepare and submit compliance reports, and ensure documentation is up to date for audits and regulatory purposes.

• Employee Training and Awareness: Assist in creating and delivering compliance training programs for HR staff and other employees to increase awareness of regulatory requirements and the institution’s  policies.

• Internal Audits: Conduct periodic internal audits of HR systems, records, and practices to ensure adherence to policies and regulations.

• Assist in investigations, provide analysis, and recommend corrective actions as needed.

• Collaboration: Work closely with HR, General Counsel, and leadership teams to address compliance challenges and provide guidance on best practices. 

• Other projects/duties as assigned to support HR initiatives

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field and 3 years of experience in HR compliance, HR administration, or a related field; or Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field and 5 years of experience; or 7 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SHRM-CP, PHR, or other HR-related certifications are a plus.

• Familiarity with federal and state labor laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, FLSA, OSHA, EEOC).

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to communicate complex regulations in a clear and concise manner.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

Resume and cover letter

Special Instructions (if applicable)

N/A

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Diversity Statement
Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

Labor Law Posters for Applicants

Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field and 3 years of experience in HR compliance, HR administration, or a related field; or Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field and 5 years of experience; or 7 years of relevant experience.

About Miami University

“Miami University, a student-centered public university founded in 1809, has built its success through an unwavering commitment to liberal arts undergraduate education, with complementary quality graduate programs, and the active engagement of its students in both curricular and co-curricular life. With a student body of 16,000, Miami effectively combines a wide range of strong academic programs with faculty who love to teach and the personal attention ordinarily found only at much smaller institutions. Faculty and staff are highly valued for their contributions toward the Miami experience. Employees enjoy a competitive benefits package and stable work environment as they work to support the university’s educational mission. Miami’s main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles northwest of Cincinnati, with regional campuses located in Hamilton and Middletown, Ohio, and a center in Luxembourg. Known as one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation, Miami, the nation's tenth oldest public university, is recognized for its striking red brick Georgian-style architecture and tree-shaded lawns. Take a Virtual Tour from our website.”

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