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Yale University

Program Manager, Compliance and Risk Management

Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, us, 06540


Program Manager, Compliance and Risk Management

Office of General Counsel - Institutional Compliance

91991BR

University Job Title Program Manager, Legal Compliance

Bargaining Unit None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Time Type Full time

Duration Type Regular

Compensation Grade Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile Manager; Program Leader (P5)

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Total # of hours to be worked: 37.5

Work Week Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Work Location Central Campus

Worksite Address 2 Whitney Avenue New Haven, CT 06510

Work Model On-site

Position Focus: Under the supervision of the Senior Director for Institutional Compliance and Enterprise Risk Management, the Program Manager will support the continued development of Yale’s risk and compliance programs. This work includes developing plans and policies for managing risk and achieving compliance at Yale, and assisting with the review, assessment, and remediation of specific risk, compliance, and control issues identified by the Senior Director and the Office of the General Counsel. Specifically, the Program Manager will bring to bear general expertise in compliance programs, risk management, internal controls, and project management to accomplish this work.

Essential Duties Supporting the assessment and implementation of systems, practices, policies, and structures that improve the University’s decentralized risk, compliance, and control infrastructure. Working with university stakeholders, plan and oversee the execution of projects to develop or improve risk and compliance programs and processes. Implementing common criteria for conducting risk-based assessments to assure that the University is making risk-aware decisions. Tracking new areas of risk and compliance, monitoring for changes to existing risks and compliance requirements. Supporting oversight, communication, and monitoring systems to ensure effective exchange of information among stakeholders. Supporting the work of the Office of Institutional Compliance and Enterprise Risk Management. Required Education and Experience Master’s degree or equivalent advanced degree and three years’ experience in some combination of project management, compliance, and risk management, or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience.

Required Skill/Ability 1: Independent decision-making, problem solving, and planning skills; highly developed project management skills.

Required Skill/Ability 2: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build successful relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Required Skill/Ability 3: Capacity to be adaptable, patient, diplomatic, and flexible.

Required Skill/Ability 4: A strong understanding of the principles and practices of project management.

Required Skill/Ability 5: A general understanding of applicable laws, regulations, best practices, and related compliance issues in higher education.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: Juris Doctor. Demonstrated experience in working with committees or working groups on risk and compliance matters.

Background Check Requirements All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position.

EEO Statement: University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

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