Corporate Compliance Officer at Lexington School for the Deaf

Lexington School and Center for the Deaf together with its three affiliated agencies; Mental Health Hearing & Speech and Vocational Services is seeking a Corporate Compliance Officer (CCO). This opportunity is structured as an independent contractor role. The CCO will serve as an independent and objective leader ensuring that all four entities comply with applicable laws regulations funding requirements and internal policies.This independent contractor position is structured for approximately 46 hours per week. The CCO will maintain independence from management coordinate with external third parties when needed and reportdirectly to the Board of Trustees.ResponsibilitiesDevelop implement and oversee compliance programs for the school and three agencies: Mental Health Hearing & Speech and Vocational Services.Provideindependent oversightand act as an advisor to the Board of Trustees regarding compliance risks trends and emerging issues.Report regularly and directly to the Board with updates assessments and recommendations.Ensure secure confidential reporting channels for whistleblowers and safeguard against retaliation.Ensure independence by maintaining the authority to escalate compliance matters.Oversee compliance investigations audits and assessments across all entities engaging independent third parties as appropriate.Monitor compliance with Office of Medicaid Inspector General (OMIG).Provide training and guidance to staff and management across all programs to strengthen a culture of ethics integrity and accountability.Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting schools and nonprofit service agencies advising the Board on organizational impact.QualificationsBachelors degree required masters preferredCompliance certification (e.g. CCEP CCEP-I) or equivalent experience strongly preferred.5 years of compliance legal or risk management experience (non-profit background preferred)Strong knowledge of non-profit governance and regulatory requirementsDemonstrated ability to operate withindependence and integrity with experience in direct Board reporting.Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) or willingness to learn.ScheduleSchedule 4-6 hours per week to be scheduled at the discretion of the independent contractor.Contracted rate range: $70.00 - $80.00 per hourFor more information or if you are interested in this position please contact by emailRequired Experience:Unclear Seniority Key Skills Compliance Management,Risk Management,Financial Services,PCI,Banking,Cost Accounting Standards,Quality Systems,Research Experience,NIST Standards,Securities Law,SOX,ISO 27000 Employment Type : Hourly Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 70 - 80