College Compliance Officer

Harford Community College; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision & dental insurance

Retirement plans (403b/457b)

Tuition waiver

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off: vacation & sick leave

Job summary

Harford Community College in Bel Air, MD seeks a Compliance Officer to lead College-wide regulatory and legal compliance initiatives. You will monitor federal, state, and local requirements and advise leadership on risk, policy updates, and operational controls.

Focus areas include FERPA, Title IX, ADA/504, FOIA, and data privacy. The role reports to the VP of HR, Risk & Compliance and requires collaboration with faculty, staff, and administrators.

Qualifications

• Interpreting and applying federal and state laws, regulations, and compliance requirements (Title IX, ADA/504, FERPA, FOIA).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills for complex guidance.
• Ability to manage multiple, time-sensitive compliance projects in a higher‑ed setting.
• Experience with college compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance in legal, regulatory, and compliance functions to minimize risk.
• Develop, review, and update policies, procedures, and practices for compliance.
• Advise College leadership on complex legal and compliance issues.
• Serve as primary contact for compliance matters and stakeholders navigating requirements.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Organization

Stakeholder management

Communications

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree

Tools

AdobeSign

Job description

Harford Community College ( HCC ) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we’re committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website .

Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affimative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA / ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, and 18 days of paid vacation. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available. Participation is required the mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b). Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance. Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!

Job Description

The Compliance Officer is responsible for providing guidance and expertise in the College’s legal, regulatory, and compliance functions to minimize institutional risk and support adherence to applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This position monitors legal and regulatory developments affecting higher education; develops, reviews, and updates policies, procedures, and practices to maintain compliance; and serves as a key advisor to College leadership on complex legal and compliance matters. The role is responsible for providing guidance to administrators, faculty, staff, and students on compliance-related issues and managing certain institutional legal records. Additionally, the position serves as the primary point of contact for compliance matters, helping stakeholders navigate legal and regulatory requirements while supporting the College’s operational and strategic objectives.

This is an exempt, professional staff position reporting to the VP, HR, Risk & Compliance.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position

Required Education

Associate’s degree; degree can be substituted for 2 additional years of required experience.

Required Experience

Minimum of three (3) years of experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws, regulations, and compliance requirements, including Title IX, ADA /Section 504, FERPA , FOIA , or similar legal and regulatory frameworks.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills and time management skills
• Ability to build relationships with various internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple complex and time sensitive projects simultaneously
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FERPA , Title IX, ADA /504, and FOIA
• Experience identifying and mitigating liability
• Experience working within a community college
• Proficiency with AdobeSign

Hours per Week 40 - 100%

General Weekly Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, generally 9 a.m.- 5.pm.

Posting Number

Posting Number 2026-075FSFA

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Date

Close Date

Close Date 10/19/2026

Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How many years of experience do you have interpreting and applying federal and state laws, regulations, and compliance requirements?
  • less than 3 years of experience
  • 3 years of experience
  • 4 years of experience
  • 5 years of experience
  • 6 years of experience
• Do you have experience serving as a Title IX coordinator?
  • No
  • Yes
  • No, but I have experience with Title IX compliance and grievance procedures.
• * Select any of the following regulations that you have working knowledge of?
  • Title IX
  • ADA/504
  • FERPA
  • FOIA
  • None
• * Are you currently a resident of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia, OR are you willing to relocate?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Will you now or in the future require employment-based visa sponsorship (including, but not limited to, OPT, H-1B, L-1, EB-2, or EB-3)to work in the United States for Harford Community College?
  • No, I will not require sponsorship from Harford Community College
  • Yes, I will require sponsorship from Harford Community College

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcript

Optional Documents

• Transcript- Bachelor's
• Transcript- Doctorate
• Transcript- Master's

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