Chief Compliance Officer

OverviewOrganization: Catholic Charities of The Diocese of RochesterCatholic Charities Diocese of Rochester | OverviewCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester was founded over a century ago to meet the needs of people experiencing poverty and has grown to become one of the largest human service providers in the region.Today, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester meets basic needs; advances economic security; pursues housing solutions; strengthens families and children; delivers compassionate mental health and addiction care; supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; welcomes immigrants and refugees, and more.Recognizing the importance of transforming systems that contribute to inequity in our communities, Catholic Charities is also a powerful advocate for social justice.Catholic Charities serves people across the 12-county Rochester Diocese as a single corporation with six operating agencies focused on specific geographies or program activities.With an annual budget of over $115M, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester is one of the ten largest Catholic Charities organizations in the United States.Catholic Charities offers a mission-centered work environment that values innovation and teamwork. Our success is measured by the impact of our work for the individuals and communities we serve.Our Values (Excerpts of Our Values)Promote the dignity of every personPrioritize the needs of people experiencing vulnerabilitySeek the common good and well-being of allWe are one human family Position SummaryThe Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) has responsibility for the oversight and strategic direction of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester’s (CCDOR) system wide Corporate Compliance program including the management of the Corporate Compliance Plan.The CCO plays a central role in day-to-day compliance operations and strategy and is viewed as a trusted advisor across all areas of the organization. The CCO is essential to embedding compliance from the frontline to the Executive Team and Board of Directors.The CCO must have a forward-thinking compliance vision and embody the principles of collaboration and partnership.The CCO will be expected to cultivate a strong compliance program that delivers meaningful results and lasting impact.Candidates should be knowledgeable of all elements of corporate compliance and privacy in relationship to service delivery, including strategy, business planning, operations, and finance.The CCO reports to and is supervised by the President & Diocesan Director.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesManages day-to-day operation of the compliance programIdentifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk, assists in the development and implementation of corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues, and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the futureEnsures the implementation of periodic and robust risk assessments and program audits in coordination with other compliance and operational assessment functions to identify and correct areas of concernDevelops, initiates, maintains and revises policies and procedures for the general operation of the compliance program and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical or improper conductActs as an independent review and evaluation body to ensure that compliance issues and concerns within the organization are being appropriately evaluated, investigated and resolvedInstitutes and maintains an effective compliance communication program for the organization, including promoting the use of the compliance hotline, sufficient awareness of standards of conduct, and understanding of new and existing compliance issues and related policies and proceduresWorks with the human resources department and others as appropriate to develop an effective compliance training program, including introductory training for new employees and ongoing training for all employees, leaders and board and council membersMonitors the performance of the compliance program and related activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve its effectivenessMonitors and responds to emerging regulatory requirements and enforcement trendsServes as Chief Privacy Officer ensuring compliance with data privacy laws including HIPAA. Leads response to privacy breaches and promotes privacy best practices across operationsCompensation and BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary in the range of $127,493 to $212,489 per year, depending on education and experience. We offer a highly competitive benefits package.ApplyConfidential inquiries and resumes may be sent to Patrick Boyle, Chief People Officer at patrick.boyle@dor.org. Posting Start: 2025-10-08 | Location: Rochester, NY | Job Title: Chief Compliance Officer | Posting End: 2026-01-01RequirementsQualificationsEducation: Master’s degree in health and/or human services, public administration, organizational management, or related field preferred. Bachelor’s degree in related field requiredCredentials: Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) PreferredExperience: A minimum of five years of progressive experience managing compliance programs in a related setting, proven track record of success managing compliance and regulatory functions, strong knowledge of compliance in a healthcare or human services setting, demonstrated leadership ability and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, experience with government agencies, regulators and conducting investigations is requiredAdditional Qualifications:Forward-thinking compliance vision and embody the principles of collaboration and partnershipExpected to cultivate a strong compliance program that delivers meaningful results and lasting impactKnowledgeable of all elements of corporate compliance and privacy in relationship to service delivery, including strategy, business planning, operations, and financeAbility to prioritize assignments, plan, and complete work projects with minimal directionExceptional time management skills and ability to effectively meet deadlinesExcellent verbal/written skillsAbility to work with Windows, Microsoft Office, and multiple online software platforms as required by funders and partner organizationsAbility to maintain confidentiality and handle confidential information with discretionAbility to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes which support organizational mission, philosophy, and policiesAbility to work in a cooperative and helpful manner with all individualsWillingness and ability to foster agency and program wide cooperation and teamwork through positive/constructive communication techniquesPhysical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quietCompliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standardsApply OnlineContact InformationApply online at https://ccdor.org/join-our-team/ or send inquiries to Patrick Boyle, Chief People Officer at patrick.boyle@dor.org. #J-18808-Ljbffr