Director of Compliance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Utah.

📋 Description

• Lead the reviews for marketing and communications compliance

• Manage regulatory reporting and annual filing processes

• Create and implement compliance training programs across the University

• Supervise student conduct and grievance procedures, encompassing intake, investigation coordination, hearing logistics, and documentation of resolutions

• Oversee compliance with state authorization and distance education regulations

• Perform compliance audits and reviews of student services operations

• Coordinate efforts related to privacy and data compliance, including requirements associated with CCPA and data governance workflows

• Assist with FERPA compliance in collaboration with the Registrar's Office

• Keep track of regulatory and accreditation updates, translating them into actionable guidance, processes, and training

• Collaborate with University leadership to identify compliance risks and formulate solutions

• Maintain records that demonstrate ongoing compliance and preparedness for accreditation and regulatory assessments

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in compliance, accreditation, or regulatory affairs in higher education, ideally in nursing or health sciences

• Proficient understanding of federal and state regulations pertaining to higher education, professional licensing prerequisites, and accreditation standards such as NWCCU, CCNE, or ACEN

• Experience in supporting accreditation evaluations, regulatory reporting, and continuous compliance oversight

• Strong analytical, organizational, project management, and problem-solving capabilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex requirements clearly to various audiences

• Strong skills in relationship-building and the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, leaders, and external stakeholders

• Exceptional attention to detail combined with a dedication to accuracy, consistency, and comprehensive documentation

• Preferred: Master’s degree in a pertinent field

• Experience in supporting multi-state operations, compliance for online or distance education, and programmatic expansion in nursing or health sciences

• Background in administering student conduct, grievance, complaint, or similar resolution processes within higher education

• Experience in preparing annual reports, regulatory filings, and substantive change documents

• Knowledge of state authorization for distance education, SARA requirements, professional licensure disclosures, and federal consumer protection regulations in higher education

• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), Student Information Systems (SIS), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools, document management, or reporting systems; knowledge of Power BI or similar tools is advantageous

• Experience with communication platforms such as Constant Contact or comparable systems

🏝️ Benefits

• Self-directed paid time off (PTO)

• 12 paid holidays annually

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

• Options for medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Employer-covered short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Opportunities for professional development

• Continuing education options available