The compliance Officer reports to the President and is responsible for the oversight, development and direction of an institutional compliance program that integrates and coordinates all significant requirements with which the College must comply by internal policies and procedures, law, regulation and other binding rule or agreement.  Is the final internal resource with which concerned parties may communicate after other formal channels and resources have been exhausted. Must be reliable, dedicated and demonstrate a high level of integrity.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
 

1. Develop a comprehensive compliance plan for the college
2. Ensure College administration, faculty, staff and students operate in accordance with established policy, rules and laws
3. Work collaboratively among departments and divisions of the College to ensure compliance and institutionalization of the College’s comprehensive compliance plan
4. Facilitate the implementation, monitoring and maintenance of critical compliance related initiatives
5. Coordinate and work with the Internal Auditor to ensure that all relevant laws and regulations are being monitored
6. Develop contract recommendations with College Attorney to reflect compliance requirements
7. Develop, initiate, maintain and advise policies and procedures for the general operation of the compliance plan and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct
8. Manage day-to-day operation of the compliance program.
9. Promote compliance awareness through publicity, education, and training programs for administration, faculty, staff, and students
10. Develop, periodically review and update personnel and student policies related to conduct to ensure continuing currency and relevance
11. Work with the Human Resources Department, and others as appropriate, to develop an effective compliance training program
12. Establish appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for employees and managers
13. Respond to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies procedures, and Standards of Conduct
14. Develop and oversee a system for timely and uniform handling of violations
15. Ensure reporting of violations or potential violations to duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate and/or required
16. Identify policy concerns that impede compliance
17. Maintain current knowledge of laws and regulations, and recent changes that may affect the college’s policies, procedures and processes
18. Initiate personal research, seminars, peer contact, and bench-marking compliance monitoring practices and implementation strategies with other institutions
19. Participate in external audit review process, resolve compliance issues, and respond to legal or administrative inquires related to compliance issues and audits.
20. Provide independent and objective examination of the College’s financial and operational business practices
21. Investigate all issues of substance that arise from proactive compliance monitoring activities
22. Develop periodic reports regarding compliance matters for the President
23. Evaluate effectiveness and compliance with Board Policy, Administrative Procedures, Government Regulations, and federal and state laws
24. Ensure grant compliance with federal, state and local laws, policy or guidelines
25. Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop/implement corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues; and provide general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future
26. Collaborate with Human Resources Department to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution
27. Consult with the College Attorney as needed to resolve difficult legal compliance issues

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
 
Knowledge of:
 

1. Laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules
2. Business and management principles for coordination of people and resources

 
Ability to:
 

1. Work under pressure and perform tasks with limited direction
2. Manage competing demands and determine top priorities independently

3. Work collaboratively as a team member with diverse individuals and constituent groups
4. Multi-task and prioritize among competing daily responsibilities

 
Skills
 

1. Outstanding organizational skills
2. Excellent verbal and written communications
3. Strong interpersonal skills 
4. Ability to communicate and interact with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse College community
5. work proactively and take initiative when prioritizing completing tasks

 
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
 

1. Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university
2. License to practice law in the State of Kansas
3. Five or more years of relevant experience including governmental compliance and monitoring procedures
4. Experience at post-secondary academic institution in the area of compliance preferred

 
SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE:
More than five years of direct supervisory experience and/or a comprehensive leadership position is required
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit.  Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift items.  The employee is directly responsible for safety, wellbeing, and work output.
 
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as the ability to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
 
SALARY:        Based on Education & Experience
 
APPLY BY:     Friday, October 10, 2014 (By the close of business 5:00 p.m.)
   

PLEASE COMPLETE A KCKCC APPLICATION WHICH MAY BE FOUND AT WWW.KCKCC.EDU UNDER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. 
 
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