[Hiring] Compliance Coordinator @California Institute of Applied Technology

Role Description

The Compliance Coordinator supports the development and implementation of compliance, policies, reporting, and practices. Monitors activities impacted by regulatory requirements. Utilizes established internal controls and auditing systems to identify, detect, and correct noncompliance. Assists in the implementation of changes to compliance processes due to new or amended regulations. Prepares and updates communication materials. Assists with training initiatives that inform stakeholders about compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and ensure all compliance-oriented meetings and deadlines are met.
• Organize accreditation files and secure information by completing data backups.
• Collect and analyze results in regard to compliance and report to VP of Compliance.
• Track and report KPI’s to VP of Compliance.
• Handle special administrative projects assigned by the VP of Compliance.
• Read the original ASER and BASER and assist VP of Compliance when writing revisions.
• Assist VP of Compliance with organizing accreditation related projects and tasks.
• Assist VP of Compliance with coordinating plans called for by accreditation.
• Assist VP of Compliance during the state and federal on-site visits.
• Spot check ads, website, manuals, and catalog for compliance.
• Perform audits, analyses and monitor on completed enrollment processes and packets.
• Meet or exceed established deadlines for submission of all collected files.
• Assist VP of Compliance when conducting internal audits of student files.
• Stay up to date with current regulations, develop programs and practices to help meet guidelines, monitor these practices and maintain all records required to certify compliance.
• Adhere to CIAT’s compliance requirements to ensure all Federal, State, accreditation, and institutional policies and procedures are being met.
• Follow communication guidelines to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and professionalism.
• Embody CIAT’s mission, vision, purpose and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in higher education preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the proven ability to prioritize.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey information and interact with students, colleagues, and others.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic; dedicated to quality, quantity, and timeliness of results.
• Able to handle sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality.
• Possess high ethical standards, being an example of professionalism to others.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs and exercise independent judgment.
• Excellent analytical skills, problem resolution skills and general business acumen.
• Proficient skills in MS Office software products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project and ability to learn additional software products.
• Exhibits a high degree of flexibility in adapting to a rapidly changing environment.
• Position may require work responsibilities outside of normal business hours to accommodate business needs and deadlines.
• Reliable transportation to go on campus, attend seminars/trainings, if required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success, achieve institutional goals and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture.
• Flexible to work longer hours to meet deadlines, if needed.
• Must be able to embody CIAT’s mission, vision, purpose and values.

Values

• We are passionate about education and student success.
• We value integrity and excellence in our employees and students.
• We treat ourselves and our students with dignity and respect.
• We believe in and encourage innovation at our school to better help our students succeed.
• We have a customer-centric focus and we want people highly committed to achieving goals, where our success equals student’s success.
• We are accountable for our actions, and if errors occur, we focus on preventing future errors and moving forward.
• We have a growth mindset, always looking for ways to improve, with a sincere belief that every student can do better and achieve their goals.
• We expect every employee to be an example of conduct and professionalism, being a role model to students and colleagues.
• We commit to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students’ backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
• We foster lifelong learning and professional development.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Occasional weekend and evening hours may be required.

Location

This is a remote position. Work must be conducted in locations that have been approved by the company. Company authorization is necessary for relocation or work from other locations, even if temporarily.

Physical Demands

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.

• Essential functions of this role require sitting for extended periods of time.
• Ability to type, use a computer to search for information and input information while speaking on the phone is required.
• The employee will frequently be required to use the computer, mouse and telephone to conduct the regular tasks of this role.
• The employee will be required to compute simple to simple mathematical calculations as a normal part of this role.
• Requires daily use of a company computer and related software applications at a workstation.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of this remote position, the job holder will work in a home office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This role routinely involves using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and virtual communication tools. Employees are expected to ensure that their home office is a safe and ergonomic working environment, as the company will for employees working on campus.

• Employees must maintain data security and confidentiality in accordance with company policies and use secure connections for all work-related activities.
• Expectations regarding work hours, availability, and time tracking will be clearly communicated and must be adhered to.
• The company is not responsible for maintaining home office environments beyond the provision of reasonable accommodations and necessary work-related equipment.
• Workers' compensation and liability for injuries that occur in the home office will be covered as per company policy and applicable laws.
• This remote work policy is designed to comply with all relevant local, state, and federal laws.

AAP/EEO Statement

California Institute of Applied Technology provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, California Institute of Applied Technology complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

California Institute of Applied Technology expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of California Institute of Applied Technology’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Salary Range

The starting salary range for the Compliance Coordinator is $26.00 - $28.00 hourly/DOE. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, experience, equity and other business and organizational needs.