Chief Compliance Officer

Southeastern Louisiana University seeks a visionary, transformative, and strategic leader to serve as the next Chief Compliance Officer (CCO). The Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) is responsible for a centralized approach to implementing policies and practices that ensure the University complies with all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. This position provides advice, counsel, and guidance pertaining to the interpretation and implementation of state and federal laws related to discrimination, harassment, and equal employment opportunity, including Title VII, Title IX, ADA, and others. The CCO collaborates across campus to minimize compliance risks and promotes educational opportunities on compliance matters. This position oversees the University's adherence to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal and state disability laws. Additionally, the CCO serves as the University’s Title IX Coordinator, responsible for ensuring compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits sex-based discrimination in any educational program or activity. The CCO leads efforts to prevent and address sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and gender-based harassment. As the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Officer, the CCO ensures compliance with federal, state, and local EEO laws, fostering an inclusive and harassment-free environment.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in business or related field from an accredited institution

Preferred Qualifications

Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume/Vita

Copies of Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if hired)

Names and contact information of 3 references

Posting Close Date

February 7, 2025

Please Note: Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

How To Apply

Click on the Apply button and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies. Any required documents should be attached under the Resume/CV section of your application. If all required documents are not attached you will NOT be considered.

Please Apply At This Link

https://ulsselu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SLU/job/Chief-Compliance-Officer_R-1797

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