Title IV Compliance Administrator

About the Job

The Title IV Compliance Administrator plays a critical role in supporting the integrity and effectiveness of Christ-centered higher education by ensuring institutional adherence to academic and federal compliance standards, including requirements under 34 CFR § 668.22 (Treatment of Title IV Funds When a Student Withdraws) and the Higher Learning Commission's Federal Compliance Requirements. The Compliance Administrator leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of processes related to FW grade reporting, faculty training and accountability, and financial aid compliance, exercising independent judgment and discretion in the resolution of compliance matters of institutional significance. This position is fully remote and reports to the Director of Faculty Development.

With a strong focus on training and communication, the Title IV Compliance Administrator is responsible for the design and delivery of faculty training, creating targeted communications, and ensures consistent application of university policies. The role serves as a key liaison across departments – including Financial Aid, Registrar, and academic leadership – to ensure timely, accurate, and actionable reporting practices.

Leveraging advanced technical proficiency in enterprise systems (e.g., Salesforce, Brightspace, Colleague, Oracle) and emerging AI tools, the Title IV Compliance Administrator drives process innovation, automation, and data-informed decision-making. The position also produces executive-level reports and insights to support Deans and senior leadership, contributing to faculty performance management and continuous improvement initiatives.

This role requires a high level of professionalism, discretion, and emotional intelligence, particularly when addressing sensitive faculty matters and compliance concerns, while maintaining alignment with the University's mission to deliver transformative, Christ-centered education.

Job Location

Remote - must reside and work legally in the U.S. All work must be performed within the U.S.

About CCU

Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world class education to thousands of students. The fully accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver.

Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914 on two principles – grace and truth. CCU's scriptural foundation comes from John 1:17: For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. (ESV)

CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.

A leader in higher education, the University has been consistently ranked in the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. CCU has had nine consecutive years of enrollment growth and has been named one of the five fastest-growing master's granting universities by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

CCU offers more than 200 degree program options for traditional and adult studies through its College of Undergraduate Studies and College of Adult and Graduate Studies. More than 9,000 students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and online.

Scripture states all Christians are called to serve Christ and to minister to others. Because Christians are individuals with different gifts and callings, we serve Christ in a variety of ministry vocations. CCU invites you to explore how you may use your calling and gifts at the University.

What is Most Appealing About Working at CCU?

1. Faith-friendly: CCU's culture is unique to higher education. Where else can you pursue academic excellence, yet read the Holy Bible, pray with teammates and students at work, and work to impact our culture in support of Christian values?
2. Convictionally Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, His Kingdom, and the truth of God's Word.
3. Live out your calling: We are a traditional evangelical university where you can invest your God-given talents and abilities alongside coworkers and teammates, while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
4. Equip students for Kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings and preparing them for positions of significant leadership in the church, business, government, education, and other professions, as a key part of our University's Strategic Priorities.

We're Looking for Candidates Who:

1. Advanced level proficiency in the use and innovation of Microsoft Office products, Salesforce, Brightspace, Colleague, and AI tools.
2. Proficiency in the development of professional development and training materials using current and innovative software.
3. Effective communication with high-level decision makers, high emotional intelligence, and business acumen.
4. Executive-level report production and data analysis skills.
5. Working knowledge of Title IV federal financial aid compliance requirements and Higher Learning Commission accreditation standards.
6. Ability to translate compliance and operational requirements into technical specifications for a software development team, and to manage cross-departmental projects involving IT and senior leadership stakeholders.
7. Professionalism and discretion on sensitive matters including the exercise of independent judgment on matters of institutional significance.

Key Job Duties

Mission Contribution

Contribute to CCU's mission: Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. In this role, the Compliance Administrator contributes to the University's mission by contributing to the quality of Christ-centered higher education received by CCU students.

Training and Administration

1. Ideates, develops, and maintains training materials supporting FW grade policies and institutional standards for academic honesty and integrity, consistent with HLC Criterion 2.
2. Leads the development and delivery of FW policy training to faculty and other stakeholders, including Instructional Coaches, the Office of Student Success, Enrollment Counselors, Deans, and Program Directors; ensures required training is completed and policies are consistently implemented. Reports non-compliant faculty to appropriate CAGS offices.
3. Responsible for the creation, coordination and distribution of all FW grade-related communications.
4. Drives the creation and maintenance of FW grade records to support institutional recordkeeping and HLC Federal Compliance Requirements.

Financial Aid Reporting

1. Responsible for reviewing and following up on FW grades, coordinating with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate reporting and appropriate financial aid determinations.
2. Develops and maintains the perpetual calendar of FW grade due dates ensuring software programming, workflows, and communications plans are executed in a timely manner.
3. Obtains and maintains relevant knowledge on federal aid compliance requirements.
4. Liaise between the Office of Student Success, Registrar, Financial Aid, IT, individual faculty, and the CAGS Faculty Development Office to ensure timely and accurate reporting consistent with HLC's Federal Compliance Requirements governing Title IV program responsibilities.

Project Management

1. Leads the investigation, development, and implementation of technology solutions to automate and improve the FW grade reporting process, including requirements definition, project management, and cross-functional coordination.
2. Manages the evaluation and improvement of the FW reporting process, including the development and implementation of AI solutions.
3. Develops executive-level reports on faculty performance and compliance and collaborates with relevant stakeholders to support institutional effectiveness and faculty development.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to walk, stand, sit, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, speak with clarity, and have appropriate vision and hearing capabilities. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee may be required to work occasional irregular hours, including some nights and weekends. Colorado Christian University expects all faculty and staff to become a part of the University community by participating in activities and events that occur on the campus throughout the year, which may occur during evenings and weekends.

What We Offer Our Employees:

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to all employees. Our benefit package includes: a tuition waiver program, excellent healthcare, generous paid time off, matching 403(b) retirement plan, and additional organizational paid benefits and voluntary benefit offerings. Pay and benefits will be discussed in more detail as candidates progress through the interview process. The pay range for this job is: $45,000 - $52,000 annually. Pay is assigned by reviewing a combination of job-related factors that may include: internal/external pay equity, salary structure/pay grade, or a candidate's qualifications/experience for the job. A wage range posted is not a guarantee of a specific wage, and CCU reserves the right to make pay decisions based on economic and equity considerations. CCU does not determine pay based on sex or any other protected status.

Application Status

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.