Human Resources Compliance Specialist

Overview

The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is seeking a Human Resources Compliance Specialist to lead the compliance and quality assurance framework for Human Resources, coordinate COSO testing and internal reviews, and serve as a liaison for internal audits and risk partners.

• Leads the development and continuous improvement of the compliance and QA framework by conducting risk-based assessments of core processes and controls to identify opportunities that enhance efficiency while managing key risks.
• Serves as the primary owner of COSO coordination by conducting tests, maintaining documentation, and executing comprehensive internal compliance and quality audits.
• Acts as the key point of contact for internal audit teams, Board of Governors (BOG) reviews, and cross‑functional, enterprise‑wide partners to support information requests, testing, risk evaluation, and control alignment/continuity.
• Drives audit remediation efforts and engagement with audit partners to close open findings.
• Designs and manages a comprehensive dashboard that provides visibility into compliance activities, including progress on reviews, COSO testing cycles, remediation timelines, access review outcomes, and risk event reporting.
• Ensures the department meets all System and District‑specific record‑retention standards and manages the retention exception process as needed.

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in audit, compliance, and/or risk management.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Background in audit, compliance, and/or risk management.
• Technical acumen in Microsoft Office, Tableau, and SharePoint.
• Strategic problem‑solver with critical thinking skills.
• Clear, concise communicator capable of simplifying complex topics.
• Skilled collaborator who builds trust and drives shared outcomes.
• Knowledge of HR practices, data insights, and HR compliance.

• Location:
  
  Kansas City, MO (onsite with 5 days per month remote work flexibility).
• Employment type:
  
  Full time.
• Salary ranges: $68,200–$88,200 for HR Specialist Experienced; $85,400–$110,600 for HR Specialist Senior; $106,300–$137,500 for HR Specialist Advanced.
• Relocation assistance:
  Yes.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.
• The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.