Compliance Specialist, Business

Weekly Work Hours
40
Compensation Range
Staff Range N07
Salary Minimum
$79,439.00 Annually
FLSA
United States of America (Exempt)

• All positions are considered on-site roles.
• After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy.
• Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence,even when teaching online courses, in accordance with statelaw.

Position Type
Staff

Dallas College is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented

Compliance Specialist to help ensure an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning environment for all students. In this role, youwill serve as a key resource for disability compliance,accessibility services, and age discrimination complaint processes,helping students and employees navigate complex situations with professionalism, empathy, and integrity.

As a trusted partner across the college, you will collaborate with stakeholders throughout the organization to promote compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and other applicable regulations. Your workwill directly support Dallas College's mission of transforminglives and strengthening communities through education.

• Serve as a primary resource for escalated student accommodationconcerns and disability-related compliance matters.
• Partner with Accessibility Services to support equitable accessand ensure compliance with ADA and Section 504 requirements.
• Build strong working relationships with teams across the college, including Accessibility Services, Human Resources, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and Academic Compliance.
• Review policies, procedures, and practices related to studentaccommodations and recommend enhancements to align with legal requirements and best practices.
• Develop and manage the intake process for age discriminationclaims and collaborate with Human Resources on case resolution and process improvements.
• Deliver training and educational programs that promote awareness of disability inclusion, accessibility, and compliance requirements.
• Analyze accommodation and complaint data to identify trends,recommend improvements, and enhance the student and employee experience.
• Conduct quarterly and annual reviews of escalated complaints and provide recommendations to strengthen programs and services.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive student and employee information.
• Support initiatives, committees, or student organizations that promote accessibility, disability awareness, and inclusive practices across the college.

• Knowledge of ADA, Section 504, accessibility practices, and compliance principles within education, human resources, or related environments.
• Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to interpret regulations, policies, and procedures andapply them to complex situations.
• Experience analyzing data and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to train and educate diverse audiences.
• Commitment to fostering equity, inclusion, and student success.

The Compliance Specialist applies current regulations and best practices in the resolution of escalated compliance complaints and coordinated services for students with disabilities and accessibility needs, as defined under the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the l973 Rehabilitation Act for Dallas College. The Compliance Specialist serves as the primary liaison with Accessibility Services, the primary intake ofAge Discrimination in Employment Act claims, state and federal regulations and as a resource to Dallas College campuses.

This roleplays a vital part in advancing the college’s commitment to transforming lives and communities through higher education by maintaining equity and compliance.

• Facilitates resolution between the institution and students with escalated Accessibility Services accommodation issues and ADAand Section 504 compliance programs.
• Establishes and maintains collegial and programmaticrelationships with Accessibility Services, Student Rights and Responsibilities, Academic Compliance and Human Resources.
• Reviews and make recommendations, as required, on published policies, procedures and protocols on student…