Director of Compliance and Special Projects

Bob Hope School; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bob Hope School in Port Arthur, TX seeks a Director of Compliance and Special Projects to lead district-wide compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing financial operations, grants, and procurement. You will also direct strategic special projects to improve efficiency and governance.

The role reports to the CFO, requires 5+ years in public school operations, and a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in public school operations, compliance, auditing, or project management.
• Strong knowledge of school finance, procurement, and grants.
• Familiarity with Texas public school accountability and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with insurance broker to meet district insurance requirements.
• Manages special projects including RFQ/RFP processes.
• Oversees construction, renovations, and grant projects.
• Ensures capital assets tracking including grant purchases.
• Develops compliance manuals with CFO.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

Texas accountability

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Public Administration, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Director of Compliance and Special Projects

Bob Hope School Bob Hope School Districtwide - Port Arthur, Texas

This job is also posted in Bob Hope School , and Texas Charter School Association

Job Details

Job ID: 5189779

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

OPENS: 08/10/2026

CLOSES: Until Filled

JOB TITLE: Director of Compliance and Special Projects

REPORTS TO: CFO

DEPT. / SCHOOL: Administration / Bob Hope School / Central Office

WAGE / HOUR STATUS: Exempt/Full Time

Primary Purpose:

To ensure district-wide compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to financial operations, grants, procurement, and governance. The Director will also lead and manage special projects that support strategic priorities, improve operational efficiency, and ensure best practices.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred)

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in public school business operations, compliance, auditing, or project management

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Strong knowledge of compliance standards for school finance, procurement, and grants
• Familiarity with Texas public school accountability and financial reporting requirements
• Project management skills including budgeting, planning, and implementation
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently or collaboratively

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Coordinates with insurance broker and insurance consultant to ensure the district insurance requirements are met.
• Completes applications and works with insurance broker to renew all school insurance annually
• Handles all property insurance claims including but not limited to coordination with insurance brokers and adjusters.
• In charge of coordination of all special projects, including requests for proposals, requests for qualifications and quote requests
• Oversees special projects, including but not limited to, construction and renovations projects and grant projects.
• Ensures all capital assets are tagged and tracked, including federal and state grant purchases
• Investigate and follow up on complaints or information related to potential compliance issues, and provide reports to school administration
• Ensures implementation and compliance for employee training requirements
• Work with CFO to develop and update federal and state compliance manuals

Compliance Oversight

• Maintain documentation, policies, and procedures for audit readiness and risk mitigation
• Conduct periodic reviews and internal audits to assess compliance

Special Projects

• Collaborate with district leadership to identify project goals, timelines, and success metrics
• Prepare reports and presentations for the board of trustees, superintendent, and executive team

Training and Communication

• Provide compliance training and guidance to district staff on grant management, procurement processes, and new regulations
• Develop and distribute standard operating procedures (SOPs) and compliance updates

Data and Reporting

• Work with the finance and grants teams to maintain accurate records for expenditures, reimbursements, and audit trails

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May supervise compliance staff or project-specific teams as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reachingLifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment: Frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel; occasional outside work with exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration, and chemical and electrical hazards
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This job description has been reviewed to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate . This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the District reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the District may deem appropriate .

ABOUT BOB HOPE SCHOOL

Bob Hope School is a growing open-enrollment public charter school (non-profit) providing parents a choice in their child's education. Bob Hope Elementary is a Montessori / Dual-Language campus. Instruction is conducted in a two-way immersion program, where teachers fluent in English teach ELA and those fluent in Spanish teach SLA and are supported by teacher aides with a strong command of both languages. Campuses are located in Port Arthur, Beaumont, and Baytown, Texas. The Hughen Center, Inc. is the charter holder of Bob Hope School.

Bob Hope School provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Position Type: Full-Time