Chief Compliance Officer

Chief Compliance Officer

Benefits:

• 401 (k)
• Group Health & Dental Plan
• Short-& Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Holiday & Vacation Pay
• Employee Assistance Program

Overview and Purpose

Ensures the company follows laws, regulations, and internal policies by developing compliance programs, identifying risks, training staff, and overseeing audits, acting as a vital leader to prevent misconduct, protect the firm's reputation, and promote ethical operations. Manage compliance frameworks, conduct risk assessments, implement controls, and investigate violations to ensure adherence to standards like anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, and industry-specific rules (e.g., , HIPAA).  

Key Responsibilities

• Policy & Program Development: Create and maintain comprehensive compliance policies, procedures, and codes of conduct. 
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate compliance-related risks, especially in evolving regulatory environments. 
• Monitoring & Auditing: Implement systems for ongoing monitoring, conduct internal audits, and test controls to ensure adherence. 
• Training & Education: Design and deliver training programs to educate employees on compliance expectations. 
• Investigation & Remediation: Lead investigations into potential misconduct and implement corrective actions. 
• Reporting: Report on compliance status to senior management, boards, and regulators. 
• Regulatory Liaison: Stay updated on new laws and regulations and advise on their impact. 

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (Required): Common majors include Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Legal Studies, Economics, or relevant industry fields.
• Advanced Degrees (Enhance Career): A Juris Doctor (JD) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) significantly strengthens qualifications for leadership roles, a plus. 

Experience

• Progressive Experience: Several years (typically 3-10+) of hands-on compliance or related work (e.g., audit, risk) is essential, progressing from analyst to management.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop programs, manage risk, and implement controls.
• Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of maritime industry, commercial and government contracting. 

Key Skills & Responsibilities

• Regulatory Expertise: Staying current on local, state, and federal laws.
• Policy & Training: Developing, implementing, and training on codes of conduct and policies.
• Risk Management: Designing systems and controls to manage risks.
• Leadership: Liaising with executives, fostering ethical culture, managing compliance infrastructure. 

Valuable Certifications Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM)Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or risk related certs. 

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email: [email protected].  If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail: [email protected].