Legal & Compliance Officer

DEPARTMENT: Executive

ROLE TITLE: Legal & Compliance Officer

LOCATION: Remote/Olympia, Washington State

LEVEL/SALARY: Volunteer

DESIRED HOURS: Monday through Saturday, Part-time Flexible Hours, 10am-2pm PST

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION: C.A.R.E. Wellness Center & Services

C.A.R.E. Wellness Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit charity with a mission of providing a safe farm stay, holistic retreat, and wellness programs for BIPOC community and allies for equality. Its programs are focused on persons of color and work with vulnerable populations such as BIPOC with justice-involvement, foster youth, and those suffering mental health challenges. The person in this role must be sensitive to these populations and center their duties on wellness.

Our Mission is to provide a safe farm stay, holistic retreat, and wellness programs for black, indigenous, people of color and allies, to recover from Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome via Spirituality, AgroTourism, and Racial Justice.

Our Vision is Connectivity: to Nature; to God; and to Self. Our goal of acquiring farmland is to establish a safe spiritual retreat for people of color to escape constant trauma and begin repairing their fractured foundation and realize self-actualization. Our programs are a research community project with a goal of empowering others to heal from PTSS.

The Founder, Chair, and CEO is a woman of color, Pansexual, and person with disabilities fully committed to the growth of both C.A.R.E. Wellness Center (nonprofit) and C.A.R.E. Family Services, LLC (for-profit), also doing direct services for children and youth. We highly encourage an ethical, organized, and ambitious student or seasoned professional to help support the foundation of this new and unique nonprofit for the community. This is a home-based office welcoming volunteers, guests, and visitors for meetings while fundraising for farmland to headquarter wellness programs.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Legal & Compliance Officer is a key member of the Executive Department, reporting directly to the HR Manager. This role ensures that the organization operates legally, ethically, and in alignment with its mission. Responsibilities include developing compliance programs, reviewing policies, and advising leadership on legal risks.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

We seek a motivated and enthusiastic volunteer with a background in legal compliance, project management, and stakeholder engagement. This role supports the launch of wellness programs and our partner agency, C.A.R.E. Family Services, LLC. The ideal candidate is extroverted, organized, punctual, and skilled in authentic communication and relationship-building. This volunteer role may transition to a paid position contingent on funding. Remote opportunities are available for Washington State residents.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement legal compliance programs
• Create internal controls and monitor adherence
• Draft and revise company policies
• Audit processes and documents to identify risks
• Evaluate business activities for compliance
• Collaborate with external auditors and HR
• Manage crisis or compliance violations
• Educate staff on regulations and best practices
• Address legal compliance questions
• Stay updated on internal standards and goals

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Typing speed of 35+ WPM
• Strong oral, written, and text communication skills
• Prepare documentation and compliance reports
• Organize personnel and stakeholder files in CRM
• Implement Executive calendar and Annual Work Plan
• Respond to emails, calls, and assist with recruitment
• Plan and oversee legal/compliance-related events
• Liaise between Executive Leadership and stakeholders
• Supervise onboarding for personnel and volunteers

PROGRAMS USED:

• Microsoft Suite
• Notion
• Slack & Yodel
• Office Machinery

WORK CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Flexible remote work with occasional in-person meetings/events
• Minimal bending, stooping, sitting, kneeling
• May require standing for long periods
• Exposure to animals, plants, incense, and nuts
• Infrequent lifting up to 50 lbs
• Occasional local travel

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience as a Legal Compliance Officer or similar role
• Professional certification (e.g., CCEP) preferred
• Knowledge of legal requirements and controls (e.g., AML)
• Familiarity with industry practices and standards
• Excellent communication and ethical integrity
• Strong attention to detail and business acumen
• Teamwork and collaboration skills
• Degree in law, finance, business administration, or related field

C.A.R.E. Wellness Center is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all stakeholders.

NEXT STEPS: Please Apply HERE! https://forms.office.com/r/xZCqsTh7Sm

Private Group Details:

• Group Size Range: 1 - 50+
• Event can be held at a volunteer group location (e.g. office, park)
• Event can be held at organization location(s)
• Event can be held virtually
• Donation Requested

Watch our video to learn more: Mission Nonprofit featuring C.A.R.E. Wellness Cent