Research Compliance Officer
(Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Exempt I)

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $4,170 - $4,462 per month

• This is a full-time, probationary, exempt position.
• This position is limited to state-side, on-campus applicants.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 14 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Dean of Research and Graduate Studies, this position provides coordination for the administration, monitoring and oversight of a broad range of financial and non-financial research compliance and reporting functions. The Research Compliance Officer serves as the individual responsible for receiving reports of noncompliance and processing information as appropriate.

Key Qualifications

• Knowledge and skill in the research, development and evaluation of policies and programs, including skill in the collection, evaluation, and interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and recommendations.
• Thorough knowledge of policies, procedures, and outside regulations pertaining to a Research and Graduate Studies program.
• Working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques.
• Knowledge of computer office systems and ability to use a broad range of technology, systems, and software packages.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication style to varying audiences; ability to compose clear and detailed correspondence, reports and guidance to researchers as well as federal agencies.
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to organize and plan workload and projects including the handling of multiple priorities while making independent decisions and exercising sound judgment.

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent professional administrative work experience involving study, analysis and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices or programs

Department Summary

The function of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) is to assist faculty and staff in the development and submission of proposals for sponsored research and educational projects. Staff assist faculty with interpreting guidelines and sponsor submission requirements, contacting potential sponsors, preparing budgets, completing application forms, obtaining university approvals, electronic submission of proposals, facilitating compliance items, and assisting with other pre-award needs. In fiscal year 2022, the office helped faculty submit over 500 proposals to federal, state, local, corporate, and foundation sponsors. Over 350 awards were received amounting to over $48 million. 

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by March 16, 2023 will be given full consideration by the search committee. Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)