Compliance Officer

**Job Posting Title**Compliance Officer**Agency**805 DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES**Supervisory Organization**Dept Rehabilitation Services–Oklahoma School For The Blind**Job Posting End Date**Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.**Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)****Full/Part-Time**Full time**Job Type**Regular**Compensation**Monthly/Annual Salary: Annual salary will follow the Teacher Salary Scheule based on the selected candidate’s education and experience.**Job Description**# **Basic Purpose**Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving the direction or supervision of programs related to the delivery of agency services on a statewide basis. This includes the supervision of professional level staff in providing a variety of services and assistance to eligible clients, responsibility for a work unit of a division or a single program area or function, assisting in directing a major multifunctional program or unit, or overall responsibility for major program activities involving the principle operations of the agency. Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving providing direction and guidance for program services, functions, and operations, and coordinating program functions and activities within an agency division or unit.# **Typical Functions**The functions performed in this job family will vary by level, unit and organization, but may include the following:* Manages a major agency unit, section, division, or program or function; and supervises professional level staff in the completion of assigned functions and activities.* Develops and recommends policies, rules and regulations which pertain to the administration of assigned programs consistent with federal and state laws; participates in program analysis, including the analysis of problems and needed services.* Directs studies of needs; reviews and analyzes information from studies and projects for immediate and long-range program development; advises subordinate program staff and other interested groups of the proper interpretation and application of agency rules and policies.* Reviews periodic staff reports, administrative audits, program activities and other information to evaluate program effectiveness and quality of service; develops controls to assure accountability for program operation, policy implementation and the maintenance of efficiency in various units.* Develops and maintains sound personnel policies and practices.# **Level Descriptor**Levels are distinguished based on the complexity of assigned duties, the level of expertise required for completion of work assignments, and the responsibility assigned for the supervision of others.At this level employees are assigned overall responsibility for planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the administration, activities, and functions of a state-wide operation of a major program(s) or function(s) of an agency that have a major impact on the principle operations of a large agency. Typically these positions are found in large agencies.# **Education and Experience**Education and Experience required at this level consists of a master’s degree and four years of professional experience, or a bachelor’s degree and five years of professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional level experience for each year of the required education.# **Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies**Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations relating to the administration of the principles, methods and practices of the program(s) being administered; of the organization, development and administration of the programs for which responsibility is assigned; and of supervisory principles and practices.Ability is required to plan, coordinate and evaluate the activities of multiple work units and divisions engaged in a broad range of functions; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to interpret, analyze and resolve highly complex administrative and personnel problems; and to direct the functions and activities of a program or division which is large in size and scope that provides state-wide services.# **Special Requirements**Some positions will require that applicants be willing and able to perform all job-related travel.Some positions with the Department of Rehabilitation Services require proficiency in American Sign Language.Some positions with the Department of Rehabilitation Services require that applicants are eligible to sit for certification specific to the professional job duties such as Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), Certified Vocational Evaluator (CVE), Professional Vocational Evaluator (PVE), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) examination.# **Additional Job Description****Position is located at Oklahoma School for the Blind (OSB) in Muskogee.****Essential Functions:** The Compliance Officer provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the planning, development, and monitoring of compliance systems supporting special education programs and related services within the Oklahoma School for the Blind. This role ensures that Oklahoma School for the Blind maintains full compliance with all federal and state mandates while supporting an instructional environment that promotes the academic and social-emotional advancement of students with diverse learning needs. Duties include monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; support the planning, development, and implementation of compliant special education programs; conduct internal audits and risk assessments; provides staff training on compliance and regulatory requirements; investigate complaints and report findings; service as liaison with regulatory agencies.Applicant must be willing to perform all job-related travel. Trial period (if applicable) is required.**Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:** Strong working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, including Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA); Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act; Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA); state education and accessibility regulations; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret and apply complex regulations; excellent written and verbal communication skills; high attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to conduct audits, investigations, and risk assessments; strong ethical judgment and confidentiality practices.**Preferred Qualifications:** Experience in an educational setting, preferably with special education or disability services, strongly preferred; experience with IEP; familiarity with programs serving individuals with visual impairments is a plus.**Background Check:** The Department of Rehabilitation Services will conduct a criminal background check on new hires as part of an offer of employment that is made contingent upon a successful criminal background check.**\*Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. now and in the future without employer sponsorship.****Method of Application:** ***Applicants without previous state service, with previous state service but not currently employed by a state agency*** *must apply though the Workday on-line **External Listings** applicant system (*.***Current State of Oklahoma employees*** *must apply through the Workday on-line* ***Internal Listings*** *applicant system (* For questions regarding specific duties or details of this job, please contact #J-18808-Ljbffr