Director of Institutional Compliance - Royal Oak, MI

Discover the opportunity to join Baker College, honored as one of the 2024 Best and Brightest Workplaces in West Michigan, Metro Detroit, and Nationally!

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for ethics, accountability, and institutional integrity? Baker College is seeking a dynamic Director of Institutional Compliance to champion a culture of compliance and ethical conduct across our institution. In this pivotal role, you will design, implement, and lead a comprehensive compliance program that ensures adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures. As a key advisor and collaborator, you will work closely with departments, regulators, and legal counsel to assess risks, support informed decision-making, and drive strategic compliance initiatives that protect and advance the mission of Baker College.

The Director of Institutional Compliance is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring policies related to consumer disclosure, document retention, communication standards, and the accuracy of publicly shared data. This role oversees the Institutional Policy and Procedure Committee to ensure policies are regularly reviewed and updated, manages data verification for college communications and accreditation reporting, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. The Director validates key institutional outcomes such as graduation and employment rates, oversees required reporting (including IPEDS, CDS, SARA, and others), and delivers training to promote compliance awareness. Additionally, the Director supports accreditation efforts, conducts internal audits, advises leadership on compliance findings, and works with legal counsel when needed to align institutional practices with federal, state, and accreditation requirements.

A Bachelor's Degree in higher education administration, business administration, law, accounting, finance, public administration, or a related field required; with a Master's Degree preferred. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of experience in higher education compliance, institutional research, or a related field required. Experience with accreditation processes and reporting, such as those required by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), is also preferred.

At Baker College, we're on a mission to transform education with a Student-First philosophy. Our President's vision is dedicated to creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff flourish. Join us in cultivating a culture of belonging and engagement, where every individual is valued and appreciated.

The successful candidate will believe in and support the student-first philosophy while contributing to the overall success of Baker College, and acting as a positive role model and brand ambassador on and off campus.

The full position description is available for your review online - Director of Institutional Compliance

ABOUT BAKER COLLEGE:

Founded in 1911, Baker College is committed to embracing technology, sparking innovation, and fostering a supportive learning environment where students can get the real-world knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to pursue the life and career they want. Each of our six campus locations is special, with a unique culture, collection of academic programs, and landscape.

Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online. Our student-first philosophy is the cornerstone of our institution-it is our compass, guiding us and keeping us on course, ensuring that our students and their success are always our main priority. Our dedication to the success of our students ensures that we will all go

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A Bachelor's Degree in higher education administration, business administration, law, accounting, finance, public administration, or a related field required; with a Master's Degree preferred. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of experience in higher education compliance, institutional research, or a related field required. Experience with accreditation processes and reporting, such as those required by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), is also preferred.