Job Opportunity: Compliance Officer
(Full-Time, Hybrid)
Location: Rockford, IL
Sole Hire LLC has been exclusively retained to assist a higher
educational facility in Rockford, IL in identifying an exceptional candidate
for the role of Compliance Officer. This is a dynamic opportunity for
someone with a strong background in higher education compliance and an in-depth
understanding of Illinois Higher Education rules and regulations. The
role is hybrid, requiring 2-3 days in the office per week, with potential for
increased in-office requirements during the busy fall season to meet organizational
needs.
Position Overview:
The Compliance Officer, working in partnership with the Director of
Compliance, is responsible for ensuring institutional adherence to state
licensing, programmatic, and accrediting agency standards. This individual
plays a critical role in supporting compliance processes while monitoring
Illinois regulatory changes impacting the institution. The role also involves
preparing for audits, agency visits, and managing required licensing and
accreditation documentation.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and submit accurate
accreditation applications, including new applications, substantive and
non-substantive changes, to state, programmatic, and accrediting bodies.
- Develop and streamline
compliance-related procedures for campus academic departments.
- Conduct internal audits to ensure
compliance with Illinois-specific guidelines, programmatic standards,
accreditation requirements, federal regulations, and internal protocols.
- Prepare for state, licensing, and
accreditor visits by ensuring full readiness and compliance.
- Monitor Illinois governmental
regulations and promptly address policy or procedural updates impacting
the facility.
- Complete required state,
licensing, programmatic, and accreditation reports in a timely and
accurate manner.
- Collaborate with departments to
clarify state, licensure, accreditation, and regulatory concerns.
- Perform file reviews for
compliance with established standards.
- Draft and manage department
correspondence related to compliance issues.
- Address other duties as assigned
to support institutional objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management,
Regulatory Affairs, Compliance, or a related field is required.
- Minimum of five years of
compliance experience in higher education, specifically with Illinois
higher education regulations.
- Experience working with
regulatory and accrediting bodies such as IBHE (Illinois Board of Higher
Education), ACCSC, ABHES, CVTEA, BON, and JRC-DMS is highly preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft
Office and Google Applications is required.
- Strong written and verbal
communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to prepare complex,
technical documents.
- Experience working with CampusNexus is preferred but not required.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize,
and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments, especially during seasonal
peaks.
- Exceptional attention to detail,
critical thinking skills, and ability to handle sensitive matters
discreetly.
- Capacity to work both
independently and collaboratively within a diverse team.
Benefits
This is an exempt, salaried position with compensation commensurate to
experience, expertise, and qualifications. The role offers an excellent
benefits package, including:
- Health, Vision, and Dental
Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Employer
Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The institution is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive
workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless
of gender, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.
If you're ready to contribute your expertise to an environment focused on
education and excellence, we welcome your application!