Regulatory Compliance & Gov’t Affairs Director $150K Phoenix Must be ACCSC accredited

PM for more details @hshepard@dshefrin.com

Position Summary
Provides leadership and manages Regulatory Compliance and Government Affairs functions.

Principle Accountabilities & Deliverables
• Manages the Corporate Compliance and Ethics program, including:
 Counsel on issues relating to federal and state regulations and laws regarding corporate compliance programs.
 Participation in and/or leadership of the Risk Assessment Team including Senior Team/Board reports related to various assessments.
 Management of Code of Conduct compliance efforts and related updates
 Publication of compliance brochures.
 Delivery of compliance education programs required to meet Federal Sentencing Guidelines for SOX compliance.
 Participates in compliance investigations and related Employee Hotline calls.
 Provides training programs on various topics, including FERPA, GLBA and HIPPA, etc.

• Functions as primary Governmental Affairs liaison
 Evaluates pending legislation, develops compliance strategy, and leads compliance process
 Stays up to date on changing political landscape relating to post-secondary for-profit education.
 Develops and maintains strong relationships on behalf of UTI with elected and appointed officials such as legislators, regulators and agency officials.
 Informs and counsels Senior Leadership team regarding federal, state and legislative activity, regulatory initiatives, for profit education issues and emerging issues that could have an impact on the company.
 Participates in the drafting and updating of the SEC 10K (Annual Report).
 Others duties and projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Education / Experience
• Bachelor’s degree required
• JD preferred.
• 7-10 years direct experience in regulatory compliance, accreditation and licensing in higher education or in a highly regulated industry preferred.