Compliance Officer

Job Title: Compliance Officer Exemption Status/Test: Exempt
Reports to: Chief HR Officer Date Revised: October 2026
Dept./School: Human Resources Days: 226
Compensation: Commensurate w/experience

Primary Purpose:

Work under direct supervision to organize and perform work activities as determined by the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Conduct investigations into workplace harassment, discrimination, Educator Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct violations including allegations of educator misconduct and Title IX complaints.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Criminal Justice or related field (or equivalent professional experience) required.

Experience in employee relations, policy and workplace compliance and investigations preferred.

Experience conducting impartial, thorough, and confidential investigations into workplace misconduct and/or policy violations preferred.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of or willingness to learn public school related policies and procedures Exceptional active listening and interviewing skills

Ability to maintain professionalism in stressful situations

Demonstrated skills in writing, proofreading, editing and compiling investigative reports

Ability to read and comprehend investigative statements, short correspondence, and memos

Ability to perform a variety of tasks often changing assignments on short notice with little or no direction

Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and perform word processing

Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records

Ability to compile reports, draw conclusions and meet established timelines

Strong organizational and time management skills

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Lead School District Investigations

• Lead investigations into workplace harassment, discrimination, code of ethics and code of conduct violations including allegations of educator misconduct and Title IX complaints.
• Review documents, electronic communications, and physical records, and conduct neutral interviews with complainants, respondents and witnesses.
• Compile investigative documents and write clear, factual investigative reports and summaries detailing the evidence and substantiating or unsubstantiating claims.
• Ability to analyze evidence, review statements and make recommendations regarding possible corrective actions and/or risk mitigation strategies.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive, confidential information with strict neutrality and integrity.
• Ability to provide training and resources to campus administrators involving documentation and investigations.
• Ability to plan investigative strategies, follow protocol, preserve evidence, and maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn state and local reporting requirements including necessary reporting deadlines and timelines.
• Serve as a district level "Hearing Officer."

Supervisory Responsibilities: .

• Oversee the hiring, onboarding and evaluation processes for substitute teachers
• Oversee the onboarding processes for campus volunteers and consultants
• Oversee criminal background checks on new employees
• Oversee Laserfiche records retention and management program

Other

• Other duties as assigned

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; camera(s), video cameras; desktop publishing software

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress