ACCEL Schools is seeking an Operations & Compliance Officer for OHDELA to develop and refine policies and processes that ensure 100% compliance with education regulation requirements at the federal, state, and local level.  The Compliance Officer promotes an ethical culture in all programs and activities.

ACCEL Schools is a K-12 education management organization that believes in creating successful schools one child at a time Our national network of charter schools is proving that it’s not where you start, it’s where you’re going that counts.

Description:

The Operations & Compliance Officer is responsible for achieving timely compliance with requirements set by federal & state education authorities as well as the school board and sponsor for OHDELA.

Essential functions include:

• Ensures accurate and timely completion of required reports including but not limited to Title funding, Civil Rights Data Collection, teacher certification, employee background and health screening, and authorizer accountability
• Compiles data, analyzes information, delivers reports, and maintains records for audits and other compliance matters
• Provides daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports as well as analysis to school and company leadership
• Manages student enrollment processes, documentation and staff, ensuring proper document collection & retention, furnishing of all audit documentation, and training of staff
• Attends board meetings and works with board members and committees to implement policies.
• Oversees public posting of board and committee meeting notices and minutes.
• Provides policy information, guidance and advice to school leaders and other staff
• Reviews policies and advises on revisions as appropriate
• Serves as primary contact for state regulators and sponsor
• Contributes actively to charter renewals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred
• Valid Ohio Superintendent or Administrator license
• Deep knowledge of education and charter school laws, regulations, policies & procedures at both the federal and Ohio state levels
• Minimum 5 years' experience with management reporting
• Minimum 5 years' supervisory experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience developing and implementing process improvement initiatives
• Track record of compliance excellence
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office and web based applications
• Understanding and ability to manage confidential information
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills
• Strong Interpersonal skills

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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