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Chicago state university lists this Director of Compliance and Risk Management opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Director of Compliance and Risk Management
Title Director of Compliance and Risk Management
Working Title
Working Title Director of Compliance and Risk Management
The Director of Compliance & Risk Management serve as a key leader in supporting the institutional compliance and risk management functions at Chicago State University. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining compliance programs and training and managing institutional insurance portfolios and claims processes while supporting external audit deliverables.
The Director of Compliance & Risk Management works collaboratively with university departments to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, university policies, and best practices in higher education.
1. University Compliance Programming
Develop, implement, and maintain a robust institution-wide compliance program.
Provide training and education to faculty, staff, and leadership on compliance-related matters.
Maintain a compliance calendar to track and manage institutional deadlines.
2. Mandatory Training Development and Oversight
Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of a university-wide compliance with mandatory training completion (e.g., Cyber Security).
Monitor participation and completion rates, following up with departments and units as needed.
Strategize with department leads to develop initiatives to encourage mandatory training completion.
3. Insurance Management and Claims Oversight
Manage the university’s insurance program, including property, liability, cyber, and professional liability policies.
Coordinate insurance renewals, premium payments, and claims processing in collaboration with insurance brokers.
Maintain insurance certificates and serve as a campus resource on insurance-related matters.
Manage the university procurement process for ensuring timely processing and payment.
Compile, develop and submit mandatory reporting including quarterly Bordereau report.
Manage the submission of insurance claims on behalf of the university.
4. External Audit Coordination
Coordinate with the Chief Internal Auditor to identify, compile and submit audit required documentation and data requests.
Collaborate with Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Student Affairs, and other departments to ensure accurate and complete audit responses.
Monitor audit findings and support corrective action plans and implementation.
5. Risk Management and Mitigation
Assist in the development and implementation of risk management strategies aligned with institutional goals.
Support crisis management and emergency response planning in coordination with campus safety teams.
Advise university leadership on emerging compliance and risk issues.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, Risk Management, or related field.
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in compliance, audit, or risk management.
Knowledge of federal and Illinois state laws and regulations applicable to public higher education institutions.
Experience working with external auditors and managing insurance programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or JD.
Experience in higher education compliance and risk management.
Familiarity with Illinois public university governance structures and state audit processes.
Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional ( CCEP ), Certified Risk Manager ( CRM ), or similar certification.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Ability to interpret complex regulations and provide clear guidance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High degree of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential information.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and compliance software tools.
Additional Applicant Information
Physical Requirement/ Demands
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing
General office work environment
No adverse environmental conditions expected
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
What is the highest level of education attained? GED
High School Diploma
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
PHD
How many years of experience do you have in this type of position? 0-1
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Do you agree to a criminal background check? Yes
No
Will you have a valid driver's license by the time of employment? Yes
No
How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Indeed
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Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
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