Director of Compliance

ROLE OVERVIEW

Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is seeking an experienced Director of Compliance to join our team for the 202526 school year.

The Director of Compliance is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of internal systems for the production organization and delivery of critical compliance imperatives for the organization. This position will work across GOLCS functional areas in support of Operations Human Resources Finance Strategy and Academic related imperatives to ensure federal and state school compliance.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

The Director of Compliance reports directly to the COO.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

External Reporting/Compliance:

• Create and manage the organizations annual compliance calendar outlining all key reporting deadlines and deliverables and educating stakeholders on critical milestones.
• Oversee and coordinate the timely and accurate submission of data to external reporting systemsincluding NJ SMART Pearson Access SSDS NJ Homeroom and otherswhile managing the tracking and compliance requirements related to student enrollment and school food programs and work with internal stakeholders across the organization to ensure that effective systems and practices are in place.
• Monitor compliance trends flag risks and recommend proactive solutions to leadership to maintain regulatory adherence.
• Support student enrollment process including application procedures lottery systems and student record keeping.
• Serve as NJSLA district testing coordinator with regard to state testing and steward GOLCS campuses to effective administration preparation.
• Manage external and state assessments such as NJSLA NJGPA and AP examsplanning systems training leaders and managing school readiness to ensure seamless execution and student preparedness.
• Support Chief Strategy with the management of protocols and processes pertaining to state record keeping imperatives.

Financial Compliance:

• Oversee the organization and submission of critical financial compliance imperatives including lunch forms and SNEARS.
• Manage and execute vendor bidding processes in alignment with applicable state regulations.
• Support centralized procurement initiatives.
• Support timely execution of other financerelated and insurance compliance submissions in accordance with federal and state guidelines.

Systems Enhancement & Process Design:

• Lead crossfunctional initiatives to ensure integrity and consistency across all departments with regard to systems for ensuring accurate compliance.
• Revise maintain and develop existing or new standard operating procedures to improve operational workflows across the organization and consistently meet compliance requirements.
• Partner with internal teams to evaluate existing processes and implement system enhancements for greater efficiency and accountability.
• Facilitate training sessions for staff and leaders on compliance topics including facilitiesrelated needs and requirements.
• Support urgent or ad hoc compliancerelated requests from the Senior Leadership Team.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives that improve organizational readiness compliance culture and audit preparedness.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Belief that all students have what it takes to be successful to and through college and a passion for the mission of closing the achievement gap;
• Bachelor degree required graduate degree preferred
• 5 years previous experience in a systems compliance or datadriven role particularly in an education or nonprofit setting
• Proficient familiarity with New Jersey public school compliance requirements procedures and platforms
• Skilled at managing and analyzing large volumes of data with accuracy and a keen eye for detail
• Ability to present complex concepts clearly and concisely to a wide variety of stakeholders
• Strong command of Microsoft Office suite and schoolsbased technology requirements
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and navigate new data and compliance systems with ease; comfort working across multiple platforms to manage reporting and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Strong customer service approach and communication skills
• A strong desire to take initiative pursue additional projects be creative and propose new solutions;
• Demonstrated ability to be selfdirected and lead as well as to work collaboratively
• Quick and effective learner in a fastpaced dynamic entrepreneurial environment that proactively seeks feedback to improve
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to set and drive priorities successfully handle multiple projects concurrently meet urgent deadlines track progress toward goals and make informed decisions using data
• Strategic thinker with exceptional problemsolving skills and critical thinking skills

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Great Oaks Legacy Charter School offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Robust medical dental and vision insurance plans with comprehensive network coverage.
• Up to $5250 per year in tax exempt student loan and tuition reimbursement.
• Reimbursements for external professional development aligned to your role.
• Wellness reimbursements including gym memberships spa services and more.
• Online counseling services for staff and their dependents via toprated therapy app.
• Pretax state pension plan benefit with additional options available via voluntary retirement plans.
• Pretax dependent care health and transit flexible spending plans available.
• Convenient health screening and telemedicine support via VitalCheck Wellness platform.

ABOUT GREAT OAKS LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL

The Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is a highperforming innovative charter public school in Newark NJ serving students from PreK to 12th grade on campuses across the city of Newark. Our mission is to prepare Newarks students for success in college and beyond.

Our model is based on the following guiding principles that guide our work daily

1. Creating a community that is built upon genuine and meaningful relationships. GOLCS staff rate our commitment to students as the #1 reason they teach/work at our schools.
2. Being surgical in our approach to differentiation of instruction and support for all students and team members. Our students receive daily tutoring embedded into their school schedule facilitated by our AmeriCorps team members. Staff members receive individualized coaching and support in their roles.
3. Setting and exceeding high expectations for academic growth and character development for all students in preparation for success in college and beyond. Currently the historical college matriculation rate for GOLCS is 79% nearly twice the national average for economically underrepresented students.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

DIVERSITY EQUITY INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY

GOLCS is committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. Furthermore we believe that racial justice and equity is critical to our mission of preparing students for success in college and beyond. We strive to be an organization that is diverse equitable inclusive and elevates our student voices in preparing them for life and college.

GOLCS VACCINATION POLICY & COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is committed to ensuring healthy and safe working and learning environments and maintaining our educational commitment to GOLCS students and families with minimal disruption to instruction. With this in mind as of October 2021 Great Oaks Legacy requires vaccination against COVID19 for all employees. Candidates who would like to apply for a reasonable accommodation from this policy based on a qualifying disability or sincerely held religious belief should reach out to for more information.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

Great Oaks Legacy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.