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Executive Director of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Compliance
KCTCS Careers Site, Versailles, Kentucky, United States, 40383
Job Overview
Executive Director of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Compliance Job ID:
76666 Job Type:
Full Time Category:
Finance Location:
Hybrid remote in Versailles, KY | United States Posted:
2025-09-29 Views:
57 Salary:
USD Negotiable
Job Description The
Executive Director of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Compliance
is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of the System\'s enterprise risk management (ERM) and compliance program. This is a defined-term contract position renewable each fiscal year and located in Versailles, KY. The KCTCS offers a hybrid work schedule with a requirement to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per work week. Hybrid work schedules are subject to periodic review and may be modified or terminated at any time.
Job Duties
Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive ERM framework to meet the needs of the System and its sixteen colleges.
Identify, assess, and prioritize risks and vulnerabilities to System operations and collaborate with leadership to develop and implement strategies to mitigate risk.
Monitor and report on the effectiveness of risk management strategies.
Assist the Office of General Counsel in ensuring that the System is compliant with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, accreditation standards, policies, and contractual requirements through the implementation of policies and procedures, provision of training, and investigation of complaints alleging violation(s) by System and/or college personnel.
Work in close collaboration with the Office of General Counsel, and compliance partners, as necessary.
Provide regular status reports to the Board of Regents, System President, and leadership, as required.
Oversee the development of policies and procedures related to compliance and articulate how System policies apply to various compliance areas.
Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments to identify areas of improvement.
Remain current as to developments in regulatory compliance obligations impacting the System and provide essential training regarding same to System and college leadership, supervisors, and other employees as appropriate, by designing, developing, scheduling, and conducting specific workshops and in-service training sessions.
Direct and supervise the collection and review of data and the preparation of a variety of reports, statements, and communications.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor\'s Degree
in Accounting, Compliance, Legal Studies, Business, Public Policy, Education Studies or other related field and seven (7) years of relevant experience or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications Master\'s Degree
in Law and/or Legal Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration, Higher Education Policy, Finance, Accounting or other related field and eight (8) years of relevant experience or equivalent.
Additional Skills Certified Public Accountant (CPA); Juris Doctor (JD); Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
Benefits
Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
Vacation/Sick Time
Work-Life Balance
9.5 Paid Holidays
2 Weeks of Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
Employee Assistance Program
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Executive Director of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Compliance Job ID:
76666 Job Type:
Full Time Category:
Finance Location:
Hybrid remote in Versailles, KY | United States Posted:
2025-09-29 Views:
57 Salary:
USD Negotiable
Job Description The
Executive Director of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Compliance
is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of the System\'s enterprise risk management (ERM) and compliance program. This is a defined-term contract position renewable each fiscal year and located in Versailles, KY. The KCTCS offers a hybrid work schedule with a requirement to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per work week. Hybrid work schedules are subject to periodic review and may be modified or terminated at any time.
Job Duties
Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive ERM framework to meet the needs of the System and its sixteen colleges.
Identify, assess, and prioritize risks and vulnerabilities to System operations and collaborate with leadership to develop and implement strategies to mitigate risk.
Monitor and report on the effectiveness of risk management strategies.
Assist the Office of General Counsel in ensuring that the System is compliant with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, accreditation standards, policies, and contractual requirements through the implementation of policies and procedures, provision of training, and investigation of complaints alleging violation(s) by System and/or college personnel.
Work in close collaboration with the Office of General Counsel, and compliance partners, as necessary.
Provide regular status reports to the Board of Regents, System President, and leadership, as required.
Oversee the development of policies and procedures related to compliance and articulate how System policies apply to various compliance areas.
Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments to identify areas of improvement.
Remain current as to developments in regulatory compliance obligations impacting the System and provide essential training regarding same to System and college leadership, supervisors, and other employees as appropriate, by designing, developing, scheduling, and conducting specific workshops and in-service training sessions.
Direct and supervise the collection and review of data and the preparation of a variety of reports, statements, and communications.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor\'s Degree
in Accounting, Compliance, Legal Studies, Business, Public Policy, Education Studies or other related field and seven (7) years of relevant experience or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications Master\'s Degree
in Law and/or Legal Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration, Higher Education Policy, Finance, Accounting or other related field and eight (8) years of relevant experience or equivalent.
Additional Skills Certified Public Accountant (CPA); Juris Doctor (JD); Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
Benefits
Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
Vacation/Sick Time
Work-Life Balance
9.5 Paid Holidays
2 Weeks of Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
Employee Assistance Program
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