Compliance and Operations Specialist

Compliance and Operations Specialist (Finance)

Position Location: This position is required to be in-person in Tallahassee, FL.

Position Summary

The Compliance and Operations Specialist supports the implementation, compliance and continuous improvement of 21st CCLC programs across funded sites. This role ensures programs meet federal and state requirements, fosters program quality, and builds the capacity of subgrantees through monitoring, technical assistance and professional development. This position is grant funded.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, public administration, or a directly related field with 3-5 years of experience in program management, education, youth development or compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, public administration, or a directly related field with 1-2 years of experience in program management, education, youth development or compliance.
• Strong understanding of 21st CCLC program requirements.
• Proficient skills in using Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, data systems (e.g., EZReports) and virtual collaboration tools.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication, public speaking and presentation skills.

Degree Equivalency Clause

Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree.

Required Background Checks

Requires:
Criminal History Background Check - Level 1;
Requires:
Criminal History Background Check - Level 2.

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. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students 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. USF Health Morsani College of Medicine is highly ranked. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference.

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Compliance and Federal Notices

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

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 protected characteristics. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) & Accommodation

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request should be made at least five (5) working days prior to when the accommodation is needed.

Responsibility

Responsibilities

Special Responsibility: This position is required to be in-person in Tallahassee, FL.

• Monitoring & Compliance: Conduct on-site and virtual monitoring visits to review program implementation and compliance; review documentation for alignment with grant goals and federal guidelines; prepare monitoring reports with strengths, areas for improvement, and follow-up actions; track and follow up on corrective action plans when needed; monitor and assist with field trip reporting documentation; review subrecipient compliance documents including closeout reporting documents.
• Collaboration & Communication: Act as a liaison between the State Program Office and subgrantee sites; participate in statewide meetings, technical assistance, webinars, and strategy sessions; coordinate with school districts and community partners to enhance alignment and collaboration.
• Strategic Planning & Sustainability: Support grantees in developing sustainability plans and identifying new funding or partnership opportunities; assist in the development of new program models or enhancements aligned with state goals.
• Other: Performs other duties as assigned.