Associate Vice President – Compliance and Ethics, Chief Compliance Officer

. Coordinates, monitors, and provides general oversight of the University’s compliance assurance activities .

Posted 3/20/2026full-timeWashington • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $167,633 - $327,721 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinates, monitors, and provides general oversight of the University’s compliance assurance activities
Oversees the day-to-day operations of the compliance program
Ensures effective channels for the reporting of compliance concerns
Provides oversight, leadership and advice on conflict of interest matters
Monitors the performance of the compliance program

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in legal, compliance, and/or audit roles in higher education or an organization of equal complexity
Proven experience designing, implementing, and enhancing compliance programs
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and diplomatic skills
Ability to work effectively with senior University officers, the Board of Directors, and external partners
Demonstrated capacity to navigate complex issues, manage multiple priorities, and work both independently and in collaboration with cross-functional teams

Comp & perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

compliance program designcompliance program implementationcompliance program enhancement

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsdiplomatic skillsleadershipconflict resolutioncollaborationproblem-solvingprioritization

Certifications

Bachelor's degree