Los Angeles Unified School District
Chief Compliance Officer
Los Angeles Unified School District, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Los Angeles Unified School District
Chief Compliance Officer
$176,300-$218,600/ annually
LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.
Reporting directly to the Senior Advisor to the Superintendent, the Chief Compliance Officer will develop, implement, and evaluate various compliance and regulatory functions and programs across multiple District departments and will advise the Superintendent and District executive staff on District-wide compliance activities.
About the Job:
LAUSD is looking to fill our Chief Compliance Officer position with a seasoned professional who has a strong financial background and broad auditing experience; familiarity with concepts of budgeting and finance in California public education is highly desirable.
The newly appointed Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) will play a pivotal role in upholding the District’s commitment to legal and regulatory compliance across the organization. Reporting directly to the Senior Advisor to the Superintendent, the Chief Compliance Officer will work to achieve a culture of compliance and transparency by:
Overseeing and conducting risk assessments of District functions and formulating corresponding operational and financial audit plans
Overseeing the development, review, and updates to District policies to ensure currency, relevance, and alignment with best practices in providing guidance to management staff
Coordinating periodic internal auditing, compliance review, and monitoring activities to ensure that compliance issues within the District are being appropriately evaluated, investigated and reported
Collaborating with procurement staff to strengthen compliance with contracting requirements
Formulating District-wide compliance strategies, overseeing their implementation, and assessing their effectiveness
Collaborating with key stakeholders and heads of divisions to execute compliance strategies and action plans
Conducting internal compliance reviews and audits and monitoring activities to identify risks and establish and confirm implementation of necessary corrective actions
Developing recommendations and guiding staff on compliance-related matters, and providing support relevant to compliance-related procedures
Developing, coordinating, and participating in a multi-faceted educational and training programs focused on compliance related strategies and ensure that District staff are knowledgeable of and comply with pertinent federal and state statutes
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Graduation from a recognized college or university, preferably with a major in business administration, accounting, public administration, educational administration, or a related field. An advanced degree in business administration, accounting, public administration, educational administration, or a related field is preferable.
Experience:
Five years of management experience in at least two of the following areas: auditing, risk assessment, budget, compliance, or other related areas in a public organization. Experience in a K-12 school district or other public educational institution is preferable.
The Ideal Candidate:
An ideal candidate for this role is an experienced business leader with an extensive background in finance and broad auditing expertise – familiarity with concepts of budgeting and finance in California public education is highly desirable. This individual will possess strong knowledge of local, state, and federal financial laws, especially in relation to California public education; will have expertise in risk assessment and operational controls development; and will demonstrate an aptitude for policy and procedure development.
The candidate will have superior management skills, will be a self-starter with the ability to manage a challenging and demanding workload, and will have considerable experience implementing business best practices; preferably within a K-12 school district.
The successful candidates will be an analytical thinker with skill in interpreting and presenting complex data effectively and will have exceptional interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communications skills; she or he must be able to write effectively, and present analysis and conclusions in a persuasive manner.
Benefits Package:
Insurance:
We offer a choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for you and your family.
Retirement:
Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
Vacation:
Senior Management employees enjoy 24 days of paid vacation each year.
Paid Holidays:
Full time employees receive 13 paid days off each year.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $218,600.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Chief Compliance Officer
$176,300-$218,600/ annually
LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.
Reporting directly to the Senior Advisor to the Superintendent, the Chief Compliance Officer will develop, implement, and evaluate various compliance and regulatory functions and programs across multiple District departments and will advise the Superintendent and District executive staff on District-wide compliance activities.
About the Job:
LAUSD is looking to fill our Chief Compliance Officer position with a seasoned professional who has a strong financial background and broad auditing experience; familiarity with concepts of budgeting and finance in California public education is highly desirable.
The newly appointed Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) will play a pivotal role in upholding the District’s commitment to legal and regulatory compliance across the organization. Reporting directly to the Senior Advisor to the Superintendent, the Chief Compliance Officer will work to achieve a culture of compliance and transparency by:
Overseeing and conducting risk assessments of District functions and formulating corresponding operational and financial audit plans
Overseeing the development, review, and updates to District policies to ensure currency, relevance, and alignment with best practices in providing guidance to management staff
Coordinating periodic internal auditing, compliance review, and monitoring activities to ensure that compliance issues within the District are being appropriately evaluated, investigated and reported
Collaborating with procurement staff to strengthen compliance with contracting requirements
Formulating District-wide compliance strategies, overseeing their implementation, and assessing their effectiveness
Collaborating with key stakeholders and heads of divisions to execute compliance strategies and action plans
Conducting internal compliance reviews and audits and monitoring activities to identify risks and establish and confirm implementation of necessary corrective actions
Developing recommendations and guiding staff on compliance-related matters, and providing support relevant to compliance-related procedures
Developing, coordinating, and participating in a multi-faceted educational and training programs focused on compliance related strategies and ensure that District staff are knowledgeable of and comply with pertinent federal and state statutes
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Graduation from a recognized college or university, preferably with a major in business administration, accounting, public administration, educational administration, or a related field. An advanced degree in business administration, accounting, public administration, educational administration, or a related field is preferable.
Experience:
Five years of management experience in at least two of the following areas: auditing, risk assessment, budget, compliance, or other related areas in a public organization. Experience in a K-12 school district or other public educational institution is preferable.
The Ideal Candidate:
An ideal candidate for this role is an experienced business leader with an extensive background in finance and broad auditing expertise – familiarity with concepts of budgeting and finance in California public education is highly desirable. This individual will possess strong knowledge of local, state, and federal financial laws, especially in relation to California public education; will have expertise in risk assessment and operational controls development; and will demonstrate an aptitude for policy and procedure development.
The candidate will have superior management skills, will be a self-starter with the ability to manage a challenging and demanding workload, and will have considerable experience implementing business best practices; preferably within a K-12 school district.
The successful candidates will be an analytical thinker with skill in interpreting and presenting complex data effectively and will have exceptional interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communications skills; she or he must be able to write effectively, and present analysis and conclusions in a persuasive manner.
Benefits Package:
Insurance:
We offer a choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for you and your family.
Retirement:
Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
Vacation:
Senior Management employees enjoy 24 days of paid vacation each year.
Paid Holidays:
Full time employees receive 13 paid days off each year.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $218,600.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: In person
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