Compliance Officer

Compensation Type: Salaried

Compensation: $68,000.00

Job Summary

The Compliance Officer supports a learning and working environment free from sexual harassment/sexual violence, other discrimination, and related retaliation in accordance with College Policy and relevant state and federal laws, and in alignment with furthering the strategic priorities of the College. This role conducts administrative investigations; maintains and compiles investigative case data; assists in the development and delivery of training; and pro-actively assists in dispute resolution. The Compliance Officer consults and works with internal and external partners to facilitate student and employee success by addressing complex and sensitive concerns. This position supports the Compliance Office's role in promoting a learning and working environment that contributes to the success of all students and employees.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Investigation, Consultation & Problem Resolution

• Reviews concerns of and investigates complex and highly sensitive complaints of sexual harassment/sexual violence and other forms of discrimination and related retaliation. Plans administrative investigative process in consultation with department leadership. Schedules and conducts interviews. Identifies and collects relevant evidence. Provides investigation updates to the Compliance Team. Evaluates and analyzes facts and evidence and applies them to applicable policies, procedures, and legal standards.
• Writes accurate, concise, and thorough investigatory reports of facts, findings, application to policy, and recommendations with sound rationale. Prepares and sends appropriate correspondence. Maintains accurate and timely records in designated online databases.
• Provides College leadership with investigative insights and recommendations based on relevant College policy and state and federal law to aid in divisional, departmental, and programmatic decision-making. Pro-actively assists students and employees in resolving issues through facilitation, conflict resolution, and guidance consistent with the College's mission, values, policies, and procedures.
• Consults and coordinates with Human Resources, Academic Affairs, the Office of Student Conduct, Accessibility Services, Counseling Services, the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT), the Threat Assessment Team (TAT), the Columbus State Police Department, and other appropriate College officials on state and federal laws pertaining to discrimination and related retaliation.
• Identifies issues and concerns for referral to the appropriate College partner (Human Resources, Academic Affairs, Administration, etc.) when they fall outside the scope of Compliance. Maintains confidentiality and uses discretion as appropriate concerning complaints, investigations and other sensitive information pertaining to the Compliance Office, personnel, and College administrative strategy.

Compliance Office Support Services

• Serves as a primary resource for students and employees related to rights and responsibilities under the College's policies and procedures pertaining to sexual harassment/sexual violence, discrimination, and related retaliation.
• Collaborates with internal and external partners to support Compliance Office goals and initiatives. Assists with the oversight, updating and maintaining of policies, procedures, protocols, and training and education pertaining to discrimination and related retaliation.
• Prepares reports and other data on the number, nature, and disposition of Compliance Office cases. Helps to ensure the College meets its responsibilities in identifying areas of concern and secondary impacts while addressing allegations within the scope of Compliance.

Community Outreach & Education

• Assists in the development, administration, and delivery of college-wide training and education on Compliance topics for all employees and students and customized Compliance-related training for specific audiences within the College, including new employees.
• Participates on committees supporting Compliance Office goals and initiatives. Remains knowledgeable of current state and federal laws, regulations, guidance, and trends in the fields of discrimination, related retaliation and higher education.

Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Other duties as required.

• Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience performing work in Compliance, Human Resources, Student Affairs or a related field to include analytical writing, gathering and synthesizing information and giving presentations.
• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).
• *An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework and experience may qualify a candidate.

CSCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Union (If Applicable):

Scheduled Hours:

40

Additional Information

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