Chief Compliance, Risk & Investigations Leader

Arizona Western College; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Tuition-free classes for employees

Job summary

Arizona Western College invites applications for a Director of Compliance and Risk to lead institution-wide compliance, risk management, and investigative functions. This senior role shapes policy and strengthens institutional processes, promoting a safe and well-managed campus.

The ideal candidate will coordinate Title IX/Title VI, oversee investigations of discrimination and misconduct, and work with leadership on strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (or higher).
• Formal training or certification in Title IX, civil rights compliance, investigations, or related areas.
• Experience conducting or overseeing complex investigations involving discrimination, harassment, or misconduct; preferably in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Lead institution-wide compliance, risk management, and investigative functions.
• Serve as Title IX Coordinator and Title VI Coordinator with institution-wide authority.
• Oversee intake, assessment, investigation, and resolution of complaints, ensuring FERPA and privacy compliance.
• Support strategic planning initiatives and collaborate with senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance leadership

Investigation management

Policy development

Risk management

Communication skills

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Arizona Western College invites applications for a Director of Compliance and Risk to lead institution-wide compliance, risk management, and investigative functions. This senior role shapes policy and strengthens institutional processes, promoting a safe and well-managed campus.

The ideal candidate will coordinate Title IX/Title VI, oversee investigations of discrimination and misconduct, and work with leadership on strategic planning.