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Director of Program Compliance

Hybrid, Work must be performed in or near New York, NY
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Full Time
    Start Date:
    September 14, 2026
    Education:
    4-Year Degree Required
    Experience Level:
    Managerial
    Salary:
    USD $120,000 - $130,000 / year
    Cause Areas:
    Housing & Homelessness, Hunger, Food Security

    Description

    Our client is seeking a collaborative, mission-driven Director of Compliance to lead efforts across multiple social service programs.

    What You'll Do

    As our Director of Compliance, you'll serve as a trusted partner to program leadership, helping strengthen services through thoughtful oversight, education, and continuous quality improvement.

    Your responsibilities will include:

    • Leading and mentoring a dedicated compliance team of 6–8 professionals.
    • Building a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization.
    • Developing, reviewing, and implementing policies and procedures that support best practices and regulatory compliance.
    • Conducting compliance reviews, audits, and site visits to ensure programs consistently meet City, State, Federal, and funder requirements.
    • Preparing programs for inspections and audits while providing guidance and support throughout the process.
    • Identifying opportunities to improve compliance, reduce organizational risk, and strengthen service delivery.
    • Analyzing regulatory and contract requirements and translating them into practical tools, policies, and workflows.
    • Partnering with program leaders to develop solutions that improve performance and client outcomes.
    • Delivering training and coaching that empowers staff to confidently meet compliance expectations.
    • Supporting performance improvement initiatives and coordinating incident investigations when needed.
    • Working across diverse programs operating under multiple regulatory agencies, including Medicaid-funded services.

    What You Bring

    We're looking for someone who combines strong regulatory knowledge with a collaborative leadership style and a genuine commitment to helping people.

    Qualifications include:

    • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Social Work, Public Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
    • 4+ years of progressive compliance, quality assurance, or regulatory experience within social services or human services.
    • Experience working with government funders and regulatory agencies.
    • Previous experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
    • Strong understanding of state and federal regulations affecting human service organizations.
    • Experience preparing for and responding to audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.
    • Knowledge of the AWARDS database is a plus.
    • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
    • Strong analytical thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
    • Comfort working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new technology platforms.

    Benefits

      • Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents
      • Minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, plus additional paid sick and personal time
      • 403(b) retirement plan with BRC matching contributions
      • Tuition assistance and a variety of career development and training opportunities
      • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, transit, and childcare expenses
      • Free resources for legal, financial, and personal support

    Location

    Hybrid
    Work must be performed in or near New York, NY
    Associated Location
    New York, NY, USA

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