POSITION SUMMARY:

Develops, implements, manages and monitors an effective compliance program to coordinate university-wide initiatives to prevent, detect and respond appropriately to compliance risks.

POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Develops, implements and manages an effective Institutional Compliance Program including compliance standards and procedures, oversight responsibilities, employee training and prevention measures to prevent, detect and respond appropriately to institutional compliance risks.
2. Identifies all UT-Houston functions and business practices requiring compliance activities. Develops a compliance risk model and risk ratings based on current compliance efforts; and, implements an effective Institutional Compliance Program. Communicates and trains UT-H employees and monitors activities regarding compliance with laws, rules and regulations. Maintains and publicizes the "hotline" confidential reporting system.
3. Coordinates existing compliance activities such as medical billing, research, I.R.S./tax issues, environmental health and safety, federal contracts and grants, and university-wide initiatives to maintain an effective compliance program.
4. In conjunction with the Office of Legal Affairs and U.T. System, monitors developments and changes in statutes and court rulings, rules, and regulations that impact compliance initiatives and brings them to management’s attention. Obtains up-to-date information on changes in laws, rules, and regulations; and, makes necessary changes in the compliance program. 
5. Informs the President and the Institutional Compliance Committee of major findings, problems and violations and recommends remedial actions to prevent reoccurrence. 
6. Serves as a principal advisor to the President, senior management, staff and employees providing advice and direction to maximize compliance with statutory, regulatory requirements. Suggests improvements to administration policies. 
7. Responsible for the design, execution and effectiveness of a system of internal controls which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, financial information is reliable, and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
8. Develops strategic plans, operating plans, and budgets. Administers and effectively manages the departmental budget.
9. Manages human resources activities of department in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, professional development, mentoring, counseling, performance evaluations, and salary planning. 
10. Other duties as assigned.

1. Prefers professional certification as a CPA, JD, CIA, CMA, or CFE.
2. Excellent analytical and communication skills.
3. Good working knowledge of personal computers and related applications. 

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting or related field. Master’s in business administration preferred.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

Ten years of professional experience to include at least five year in a leadership role in financial, legal, compliance or audit roles, with some of the experience in a university and/or healthcare setting. 

SECURITY SENSITIVE:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education
Code § 51.215.