Compliance Programs Manager

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Chapman University is hiring a Compliance Programs Manager. The role works closely with the Chief Compliance Officer to lead compliance risk assessments, gap analyses, ethics training, and manage the whistleblower hotline, ensuring that corrective actions are tracked to verified closure while maintaining confidentiality and exercising independent judgment.

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Lead compliance risk assessment and gap analysis, partner with departments to implement mitigation plans, and track corrective actions to closure.
Manage the annual ethics training program, including communications and completion tracking.
Operate the whistleblower hotline by triaging reports, conducting investigations or routing cases, and ensuring effective follow-through.
Maintain compliance program procedures, conduct ongoing monitoring and periodic testing of compliance requirements.
Provide consultative support to departments on compliance requirements and controls.
Prepare compliance dashboards and reports for leadership and stakeholders.
May supervise student workers including hiring, training, and task assignments.
Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and at least 7 years in compliance program management or internal investigations.
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, along with strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Certifications such as CFE or CCEP preferred, with willingness to pursue if not currently certified.
Anticipated pay range is $120,000 - $135,000 annually.
Experience in higher education or decentralized environments is desired.

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Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.

Our campus-centered work environment fosters meaningful collaboration and connection, offering employees the opportunity to engage directly with students, faculty, and staff each day.

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Position Title	Compliance Programs Manager
Position Type	Regular
Job Number	SA81324
Full or Part Time	full-time 40 hours weekly
Fair Labor Standard Act Classification	Exempt
Anticipated Pay Range	$120,000 - $135,000
Pay Range Information	Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

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Job Description Summary	Working alongside the Chief Compliance Officer, the Compliance Programs Manager supports the integrity of the University by driving key elements of the Compliance and Ethics Program. The role leads compliance risk assessment and gap analysis activities, partners with departments to implement mitigation plans, and tracks corrective actions to verified closure. The position manages the annual ethics training program and related communications and completion tracking. The role also manages the whistleblower hotline, coordinating triage, investigations as appropriate, referrals to responsible departments, and follow-through to closeout to verify corrective actions are implemented and effective. The position maintains confidentiality, exercises independent judgment, and escalates high-risk, sensitive, unresolved, or repeat matters promptly to compliance leadership.
Responsibilities	Perform compliance risk assessments and gap analyses; partner with departments on mitigation plans and track corrective actions to verified closure. Maintain compliance program procedures, protocols, and records to support consistent execution and appropriate retention. Conduct ongoing compliance monitoring and periodic testing (e.g., targeted reviews, spot checks) to validate implementation of requirements and identify emerging gaps. Provide consultative support to departments by interpreting requirements, advising on practical controls and processes, and helping implement sustainable compliance practices. Prepare dashboards and reporting (hotline activity, corrective actions, training completion) for the Chief Compliance Officer and other stakeholders as assigned. Manage annual ethics training, including content updates, assignment rules, communications, completion tracking, and effectiveness follow-up. Manage the whistleblower hotline and case intake; triage reports; investigate or route to the responsible department; and track matters through closeout to verify corrective actions are implemented and effective, escalating high-risk, sensitive, unresolved, or repeat issues as needed. May supervise student workers by supporting hiring, scheduling, training, and day-to-day task assignment.
Required Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent work experience. Minimum of 7 years of experience in compliance program management and/or internal investigations in a complex organization, including hotline/case management, risk assessment/gap analysis, and corrective action tracking to closure. Experience managing annual ethics and compliance training, including communications, assignment rules, completion tracking, and follow-up. Knowledge of and ability to interpret applicable laws, regulations, and standards and translate requirements into practical guidance for departments. Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with tact, diplomacy, discretion, and sound judgment when working with all levels of the University. Ability to analyze data and records to support compliance monitoring, risk assessments, and investigations, including proficient use of case management, reporting, and common office technology tools. CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) or CCEP (Certified Ethics and Compliance Professional) preferred; willingness to pursue certification if not currently certified.
Desired Qualifications	Experience working in a higher education or similarly decentralized environment, including familiarity with policy implementation, cross-functional coordination, and working with diverse stakeholders.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate. Our campus-centered work environment fosters meaningful collaboration and connection, offering employees the opportunity to engage directly with students, faculty, and staff each day.
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