State of Utah
CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Be one of the first applicants, read the complete overview of the role below, then send your application for consideration. The Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO) is seeking an experienced and highly analytical Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) with a strong background in law and accounting to lead and manage our agency’s compliance strategy. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Chief Compliance Officer will oversee and optimize the day-to-day functions and strategic mission of the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO). This includes developing, implementing, and overseeing agency-wide compliance, including managing risks and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
Principal Duties Compliance Leadership- Develop, implement, and oversee compliance agency-wide.
Regulatory Oversight- Monitor changes in laws and statutes relevant to our agency and communicate implications.
Risk Management- Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop and implement corrective action plans.
Policies & Procedures- Draft, review, and update internal policies to ensure alignment with relevant laws and statutes.
Audits- Coordinate and conduct compliance audits, as needed.
Cross-Functional Collaboration- Work closely with all relevant stakeholders to ensure agency-wide adherence to compliance standards.
Reporting- Prepare and present regular reports on compliance status and risk assessments.
Ideal Candidate Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Juris Doctor (JD) and/or CPA designation preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in compliance, legal, accounting, or audit roles
Prior experience in a senior compliance or legal role, preferably in a regulated industry (e.g., healthcare, finance, tech, energy)
In-depth knowledge of federal and state regulations and governance best practices
Experience interfacing with regulators and managing audits/investigations
Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Integrity, discretion, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
Why You Should Join Our Team GOEO is a fast-paced, dynamic office staffed with a hard-working, passionate team with diverse experiences and expertise. We strive to match your interests and strengths with our office needs. Working in this office will give you direct, hands-on experience. This job will grow your professional skills and capabilities.The State of Utah offers a highly competitive benefits package. ClickHEREto review.
The Agency The Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO) is based on Utah's commitment to economic development statewide. The mandate for this office is to provide rich business resources for the creation, growth and recruitment of companies to Utah and to increase tourism and film production in the state. GOEO accomplishes this mission through the administration of programs that are based around targeted industries that demonstrate the best potential for development. GOEO utilizes state resources and private sector contracts to fulfill its mission.
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Be one of the first applicants, read the complete overview of the role below, then send your application for consideration. The Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO) is seeking an experienced and highly analytical Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) with a strong background in law and accounting to lead and manage our agency’s compliance strategy. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Chief Compliance Officer will oversee and optimize the day-to-day functions and strategic mission of the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO). This includes developing, implementing, and overseeing agency-wide compliance, including managing risks and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
Principal Duties Compliance Leadership- Develop, implement, and oversee compliance agency-wide.
Regulatory Oversight- Monitor changes in laws and statutes relevant to our agency and communicate implications.
Risk Management- Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop and implement corrective action plans.
Policies & Procedures- Draft, review, and update internal policies to ensure alignment with relevant laws and statutes.
Audits- Coordinate and conduct compliance audits, as needed.
Cross-Functional Collaboration- Work closely with all relevant stakeholders to ensure agency-wide adherence to compliance standards.
Reporting- Prepare and present regular reports on compliance status and risk assessments.
Ideal Candidate Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Juris Doctor (JD) and/or CPA designation preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in compliance, legal, accounting, or audit roles
Prior experience in a senior compliance or legal role, preferably in a regulated industry (e.g., healthcare, finance, tech, energy)
In-depth knowledge of federal and state regulations and governance best practices
Experience interfacing with regulators and managing audits/investigations
Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Integrity, discretion, and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
Why You Should Join Our Team GOEO is a fast-paced, dynamic office staffed with a hard-working, passionate team with diverse experiences and expertise. We strive to match your interests and strengths with our office needs. Working in this office will give you direct, hands-on experience. This job will grow your professional skills and capabilities.The State of Utah offers a highly competitive benefits package. ClickHEREto review.
The Agency The Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO) is based on Utah's commitment to economic development statewide. The mandate for this office is to provide rich business resources for the creation, growth and recruitment of companies to Utah and to increase tourism and film production in the state. GOEO accomplishes this mission through the administration of programs that are based around targeted industries that demonstrate the best potential for development. GOEO utilizes state resources and private sector contracts to fulfill its mission.
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