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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Director of Governance and Compliance provides direct management of compliance with federal state accreditation requirements for academic programs manages board and external relations addresses issue of risk and crisis management manages policy and institutional document alignment/updates. Collaborates with leaders to plan implement lead and manage implementation of initiatives designed to impact key performance indicators across multiple units.
Essential Job Functions
Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance: Collaborate with leadership to review update and ensure adherence to accreditation standards Articles of Incorporation Bylaws and pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Serves as Title IX coordinator.
Legal Compliance and Risk Management: Work proactively with legal counsel to address compliance requirements manage regulatory reporting and oversee matters such as claims lawsuits new programs ventures and contractual agreements with vendors and institutions.
Governance Support: Contribute to consistent application update and maintenance of documented governance practices to ensure engagement to support decisionmaking accountability & risk management.
Policy and Document Management: Partner with institutional leaders to review align update and disseminate board policies and key publications including College Catalogs Program Handbooks and Faculty/Staff Handbooks.
Risk Identification and Resolution: Anticipate and address risks involving students employees vendors and external entities; provide timely updates to senior leadership on critical issues; and serve as a liaison among campus leaders faculty staff and students to safeguard the institutions reputation.
Compliance Education and Training: Develop and deliver training programs to ensure compliance with Title IX FERPA HIPAA and other relevant regulations to ensure staff and faculty are informed about compliance requirement and best practices; create and distribute educational materials related to higher education and healthcare legal and compliance matters.
Committee Leadership and Participation: Lead and serve on committees across various entities to promote governance and compliance effectiveness.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other jobrelated duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM)
Education
Masters Degree in Law and Governance Legal Studies Risk Management Compliance or related studies (required).
Juris Doctorate Degree (preferred).
Work Experience
5 years of leadership experience in institutional compliance and project management/ institutional planning in a higher education healthcare or related setting.
Experience with Healthcare Higher Education Accreditation Standards: Familiarity with institutional accreditation and regulatory compliance processes is critical.
Training
Project Management Certification: such as PMP (Project Management Professional) emphasizing the operational management aspects of the role. (preferred)
Language
None
Patient Population
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Longdistance or air travel as needed not to exceed 10% travel.
General office environment.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to offsite locations occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 133% 3466% 67100%
Lifting/ Carrying (050 lbs.) X
Lifting/ Carrying (50100 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (050 lbs.)X
Push/ Pull (50100 lbs.)X
Stoop KneelX
CrawlingX
ClimbingX
Balance X
Bending X
Work Position
Frequency 0% 133% 3466% 67100%
Sitting x
Walkingx
Standing x
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Not applicable to this position
Hazards
Not applicable to this position
Skills
Strong understanding of accreditation processes risk management and higher education regulations.
Proven leadership in policy development strategic planning and governance structures.
Must be available for compliance audits accreditation visits and governance meetings.
Excellent communication analytical and problemsolving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple campuses and with diverse stakeholders.
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Department:
Administration Mercy College of Northwest Ohio 2It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a) 60300.5(a) and 60741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Required Experience:
Director
Full-Time