Compliance Operations Manager

🇺🇸 Bozeman, MT 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Operations 🗓️ April 19th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Montana State University is hiring a Compliance Operations Manager. The role leads compliance efforts within the College of Agriculture by ensuring adherence to federal regulations, university policies, and institutional standards. The manager oversees regulatory reporting, risk mitigation, and acts as a liaison between the college, federal agencies, and administrative units to ensure smooth and responsible program operations.

Highlights

Ensure federal reporting compliance, including USDA/NIFA requirements.
Identify compliance risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Serve as NIFA/USDA Civil Rights Representative and oversee federal civil rights policy adherence.
Develop and maintain compliance tracking systems and standard operating procedures.
Manage fiscal responsibilities including review of MAES accounts payable and approving hospitality forms.
Oversee procurement, capital property, vehicle and real estate property inventory and associated compliance.
Liaise with Legal, Insurance, State Risk Management, and other agencies for contract and insurance management.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Strong organizational and communication skills to coordinate with faculty, staff, federal agencies, and administrative units.
Salary commensurate with experience; benefits eligible; classified appointment.