Compliance Program Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Develop, sustain, and improve compliance programs, policies, procedures, and controls that support SLED business operations.

• Oversee adherence to relevant federal, state, local, and educational contracting standards, which include procurement regulations, recordkeeping, billing accuracy, readiness for audits, and contractual commitments.

• Collaborate with internal partners to ensure compliant involvement in SLED opportunities, proposals, bids, renewals, and contract management.

• Monitor and enforce internal guidelines regarding ethical business practices with government clients, encompassing:

• procurement integrity and LCP compliance,

• conflicts of interest,

• gifts, gratuities, and anti-kickback regulations,

• consultant utilization,

• and risks related to false claims and false statements.

• Establish and oversee compliance review processes for SLED transactions, bids, documentation, and operational implementation.

• Facilitate training and certification needs for employees engaged in government-related tasks; ensure that those covered comprehend and adhere to mandated compliance standards.

• Perform compliance risk assessments, identifying control weaknesses, remediation strategies, and opportunities for process enhancement.

• Investigate potential compliance issues, assist in internal evaluations, and coordinate corrective actions as necessary.

• Maintain necessary documentation and reporting for audits, internal evaluations, and updates for leadership.

• Work in conjunction with related teams to ensure compliant execution of public sector opportunities and submissions. Support for internal government programs includes tracking bid submissions and compliance-focused coordination.

• Monitor changes in relevant legislation, regulations, and public sector procurement practices, translating them into actionable business guidance.

• Act as a subject matter expert on SLED compliance and provide guidance to leadership on risk trends, issue escalation, and best practices.

• Collaborate with Sales and Engineering teams for strategic planning in advance of USAC funding seasons, identifying targets, qualifying leads, and reviewing RFPs for pursuit.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Compliance, Legal Studies, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.

• Over 5 years of experience in compliance, contract administration, government programs, legal operations, risk management, or related areas.

• Experience in supporting public sector, government contracting, or SLED business operations.

• Familiarity with compliance requirements associated with state, local, or education clients, as well as USAC-related funding.

• Solid understanding of policy development, training, documentation, internal controls, and audit support.

• Proven ability to collaborate across functions with Legal, Sales, Finance, Operations, and program teams.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the capacity to convey complex compliance requirements clearly.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance

• Retirement plans

• Paid time off

• Flexible work arrangements

• Professional development