Academic Compliance Specialist

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Work type: Staff
Senior management: Executive VP & Provost
Department: Registrar
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Academic Advising / Support, Other, Student Affairs / Services

The Office of the University Registrar is looking for an individual to join our team as an Academic Compliance Specialist. As a member of our team this position is responsible for ensuring the integrity and compliance of academic records and federal reporting functions within the Office of the University Registrar.

• Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures
• Strong computer skills to include data entry
• Knowledge of programs and office applications
• Ability to exercise sound judgement
• Demonstrated data analysis experience
• Ability to process large volumes of work while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Strong communication skills
• Good analytical skills
• Ability to quickly adjust to shifting priorities
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact comfortably and respectfully with all individuals in a diverse multicultural environment

• Experience in analyzing data and drawing conclusions
• Advanced computer experience including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and word
• Experience with large-scale relational databases
• Knowledge of university degree requirements and academic eligibility policies
• Experience working with academic requirements, degree audits, academic records
• Prior reconciliation and proofreading experience

3

Non-Exempt:
Eligible for overtime

Regular

Salary commensurate with experience up to an expected budget max of $45,000 - $50,000

Review of applications will begin on Tuesday, January 27

Unable to Sponsor Work Visas

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College.

The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Robin Lucas at ralucas during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: January 13, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled