Compliance Specialist

About Restoring.Our.Youth.Organization Inc. (R.O.Y.O.)

At Restoring.Our.Youth.Organization Inc. (R.O.Y.O), we believe that every person no matter their circumstances has the potential to thrive when given the right opportunities, guidance, and support. Our goal is to empower vulnerable youth & communities to overcome challenges and begin their journey toward restoration and success. At Restoring.Our.Youth.Organization, we believe in equal opportunity and inclusive growth. Our volunteers are expected to dedicate a minimum of 8 to 10 hours a week. Every role here matters and every team member helps us move closer to a world where every person feels seen, supported, and capable of success. This includes our youth.

About the Role

As a Compliance Specialist, you help protect and strengthen Restoring Our Youth Organization’s (ROYO) integrity by ensuring adherence to laws, regulations, and internal policies. Working with leaders and volunteers across departments, you’ll identify risks, uphold standards, and promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and ethical practice.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Monitor and assess compliance across all tools, processes, and activities.
• Develop, update, and enforce internal policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine audits and report findings to leadership.
• Support departments in resolving noncompliance issues and creating improvement plans.
• Review communications and materials for compliance alignment.
• Respond to compliance related questions and concerns with fairness and discretion.
• Partner with leaders and training team to facilitate training and promote awareness of compliance practices.

What You Bring to the Role

• Experience navigating Google Suite as it pertaining to compliance (would be a plus)
• Commitment to ROYO’s mission, vision, and core values.
• Bachelor’s degree or related field; 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong communication, organization, and research abilities.
• Confidential, detail-oriented, and dependable.
• Proficient in Google Suite and open to learning new tools.
• Adaptable, collaborative, and self-motivated
• Comfortable working with diverse teams and sensitive information.

What We Offer as a Nonprofit Organization

At ROYO, we believe in giving as much as we receive. When you join our team, you become part of a community that values your time, energy, and heart. As a volunteer or team member, you’ll enjoy:

• Flexibility to work when it fits your life with clear communication around expectations.
• The chance to create real impact for youth, teens, and young adults across our programs.
• Remote work opportunities (with approval from your supervisor).
• Training and mentorship from experienced leaders to help you grow personally and professionally.
• Volunteer hours and résumé-building experience that demonstrate your commitment to service.

Values We Live By

• Respect: We treat others and our communities with dignity and accountability.
• Open to Correction: We value honesty and feedback as essential to growth and ethical responsibility.
• Operational Excellence: We strive to deliver exceptional tools, skills, and training for all ROYO members, staff, and leaders.
• Teamwork: We collaborate with unity to achieve shared goals and empower others to join our mission.
• Striving for Success: We encourage pride, growth, and achievement for all members and leaders.

Restoring.Our.Youth.Organization Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.