Compliance Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Compliance Manager is primarily responsible for managing the ethics and compliance hotline, conducting investigations, managing case referrals, and ensuring proper communication and reporting of outcomes. The Compliance Manager provides support to the Open Records Department in fulfilling public records requests as needed.

This role also includes conducting internal audits (mostly operational), assessing internal controls, analyzing data, identifying risks and potential fraud, and preparing reports with recommendations for improvement. Additionally, the position supervises an Internal Auditor and reviews the audit workpapers to ensure compliance with professional standards and guidelines. The position collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to promote accountability, transparency, and effective risk management across the district.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• EDUCATION
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, or a related field from an accredited college or university required
• Additional years of relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.
• CERTIFICATION:
• Certification, or progress toward certification, as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) preferred. (or actively pursuing certification).
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation, or ability to attend off-site meetings, required.
• WORK EXPERIENCE:
• 5 years of progressive experience in compliance, investigations, auditing (internal or external), accounting, or finance required.
• Supervisory or team leadership role required.
• Experience in K–12 education or public sector preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Expertise in compliance program management, including hotline administration, case management, and investigation protocols.
• Strong knowledge of investigative techniques, ethics regulations, and internal control frameworks.
• Familiarity with governmental accounting principles and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of internal auditing standards and the ability to review audit work.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple responsibilities, deadlines, and stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including tactful communication of sensitive findings.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to foster trust and build collaborative relationships with staff, management, and external partners.
• Ability to remain independent, objective, and confidential in handling sensitive compliance and investigation matters.
• Pro?ciency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Visio a plus.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and data analysis tools preferred.
• High attention to detail, analytical ability, and sound judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manage the District's ethics and compliance hotline, including intake, triage, investigation, referral, tracking, and reporting.
• Conduct or oversee investigations of alleged violations of laws, policies, or ethical standards, ensuring fairness, confidentiality, and timeliness.
• Provide case outcome reporting and ensure leadership is informed of significant issues, risks, or trends.
• Manage CPE compliance reporting for certi?ed employees and track departmental training requirements.
• Support the Open Records Department in fulfilling document requests when workload demands.
• Propose compliance-related policies, training, and communication to foster a culture of accountability and ethical behavior.
• Provide oversight of an Internal Auditor's deliverables to ensure alignment with audit standards.
• Collaborate with leadership to assess compliance risks and recommend corrective actions or process improvements.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management, the Board, and other stakeholders on compliance and investigative matters.
• Stay current on changes in laws, regulations, and compliance best practices to keep the District aligned with applicable standards.
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in person and be available to work on-site during regular business hours and as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or their representative.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.

Vision:
Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

Hearing:
Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions

Speech:
Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.

Upper Body Mobility:
Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.

Strength:
Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.

Environmental Requirements:
Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.

Mental Requirements:
Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities:
Will require travel to multiple sites.

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

COMPENSATION:

Salary Grade: 133

Salary Range:
APS Compensation Scale

Work Year: ANNUAL (252 days)