Homeoffice Director, Compliance na Nightingale College

Director, Compliance

The budgeted salary for this role is set at $110,500+

Position Summary:

 The Director of Compliance provides leadership and strategic oversight of the College’s compliance program, ensuring alignment with applicable legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements. This position supervises compliance and risk staff, oversees institutional compliance frameworks, and advises College leadership on regulatory risks and mitigation strategies. 

Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop, lead, and continuously enhance the College-wide compliance program.
• Oversee compliance monitoring, auditing, and reporting functions across all operational areas.
• Supervise Compliance Officers and Risk Analysts to ensure coordinated execution of compliance responsibilities.
• Lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of institutional compliance policies and standards.
• Stay abreast of evolving federal, state, and accreditor requirements impacting the College, and advise leadership on implications and response strategies.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external regulatory bodies, including coordinating audits, investigations, or reviews.
• Develop and deliver high-quality compliance training and communication strategies to increase awareness and accountability.
• Oversee timely investigation and resolution of compliance concerns and incidents, ensuring proper documentation and remediation.
• Collaborate with departments to proactively assess compliance risks and implement corrective action plans.
• Provide regular compliance reports and risk assessments to senior leadership, identifying trends, gaps, and strategic recommendations.
• Foster a culture of integrity and regulatory accountability across the College.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Master’s degree preferred, or at least seven (7) years of progressive compliance, regulatory, or policy experience in a leadership capacity may substitute for formal education.
• Proven track record of leading teams or compliance-related projects, ideally in higher education, healthcare, or other regulated fields.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks (Title IV, Title IX, FERPA, Clery Act, ADA, HIPAA, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective compliance frameworks and lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• High-level professional judgment, discretion, and integrity.
• Ability to collaborate across departments, influence organizational culture, and mentor compliance personnel.

All Full-Time position at Nightingale are required to attend new employee orientation (NCO) in person in Salt Lake City, Utah. All Full-Time and Part-Time employees are required to attend in our annual in person conference. All travel and lodging accommodations will be provided by the organization.

Nightingale’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected both in our learners and collaborators because we believe the best outcomes for learners from underserved and diverse populations are achieved through collaborators with similar backgrounds and cultures. Nightingale College is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Mission (not just words on the wall, we live it, love it, and daily contribute to it.)

At Nightingale College, our Innovative Education model helps transform rural health landscapes through our blended-distance learning platform. Every person involved with Nightingale College helps to change lives of our learners, our communities and ultimately the world by adding to the quality of healthcare. We are proud to have graduated over 3,400 nurses serving communities in need. We are serious about our outcomes and have a little bit of fun getting there.

The professional and personal development of our learners and our collaborators is our company’s foundation. Not only do we develop strategies that promote a positive work-life integration, but we also create an environment that invites you to become an expert in your field, be it through higher education or professional development. Put simply, we elevate employment, elevate health, and elevate education. We’re so happy that you’ve found us!