Inside Higher Ed · 1 day ago
Executive Director of Educational Program Compliance (SOM Exec. Administration Office of the Dean)
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$300K/yr - $300K/yr
10+ years expInside Higher Ed is seeking an Executive Director of Educational Program Compliance for the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. This role is responsible for overseeing compliance with laws, regulations, and policies related to educational programs and activities, ensuring a culture of ethics and integrity throughout the institution.
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Responsibilities
Ensuring the development and implementation of compliance policies, procedures, guidelines, recruitment and training materials to ensure JHUSOM residency, fellowship and visiting electives programs, graduate programs, summer internship programs, and pathways programs are in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, guidance, and JHU policies and procedures
This involves reviewing the recruitment, evaluation, and selection processes for the residency, fellowship and visiting elective programs, graduate programs, summer internship programs, and pathways programs for compliance annually, or each time a modification is made
Participating in the approval of the recruitment, evaluation, and/or selection processes for the residency and fellowship programs, visiting electives programs, graduate programs, summer internship programs, and pathways programs
Organizing special reviews of residency and fellowship programs, visiting elective programs, graduate programs, summer internship programs, and pathways programs as needed
Advising on, reviewing, and implementing residency and fellowship programs, visiting electives programs, graduate programs, summer internship programs, and pathways program policies, procedures, and guidelines
Responding to inquiries regarding the laws, regulations, and policies governing residency and fellowship programs, visiting electives programs, graduate programs, summer internship programs, pathways programs
Gathering, analyzing, and reporting data and other requested information related to the residency and fellowship programs, and visiting electives programs, graduate programs, summer internship programs, and pathways programs for compliance purposes
Advising on and leading training for faculty, staff, and students related to compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, guidance, and JHU policies and procedures
Serving as a trusted advisor to the Dean This involves having an understanding of faculty culture and using that knowledge to inform the successful refinement and implementation of JHUSOM policies, procedures, and practices
Serving as a liaison and point of coordination between the Dean, faculty and departments
Providing strategic leadership and team building This involves building and mentoring a high-performing team and fostering collaboration and innovation to navigate complex challenges and drive organizational change. In addition, the Executive Director must be able to lead through ambiguity by developing clear strategies and guiding teams to achieve compliance objectives
Supporting the Institutional Internal Communications team (part of the JHM Marketing and Communications Department, and SOM Communications) This involves engaging and coordinating with the Communications team during the announcement of plans and programs relating to compliance to ensure a successful messaging and communication strategy
Working with the Office of the General Counsel and the Chief Compliance Officer This involves reporting on and resolving matters of compliance with the recruitment, evaluation, and selection processes for and operation of all educational programs and activities, and advising on policies that inform recruitment, evaluation, and selection of candidates for and operation of all educational programs and activities, remaining knowledgeable regarding applicable laws, regulations, guidance, policies, and procedures impacting institutional compliance for all educational programs and activities
Working with all JHUSOM Division Directors, Department Directors, and Program Directors This involves assisting Division Directors, Department Directors, and Program Directors
Answering questions about applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, including JHUSOM rules and policies
Providing strategic coordination across educational programs and resource groups This involves serving as a central point of coordination for compliance across educational programs and activities and institutional resource groups, including but not limited to: residency and clinical fellowship programs, visiting electives programs, summer internship programs, pathways programs, admissions for medical and graduate school, research fellowships, graduate programs, postdoctoral research scholar programs, student rotations, and faculty, staff, and learner resource groups
Designing and overseeing the organizational structure of the newly created SOM Compliance Office This involves recruiting, onboarding, and managing a high-performing team with expertise in compliance, education administration, and legal affairs; developing and implementing operational workflows and systems to ensure consistent compliance practices; and establishing internal reporting mechanisms and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Education: Juris Doctor (JD) or a relevant advanced degree in compliance, education administration, or a related field
Experience: A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in educational program compliance, legal/regulatory affairs, or related roles within a higher education or healthcare setting
Leadership Skills: Proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams, with demonstrated experience in change management and leading amidst uncertainty and ambiguity
Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear, constructive feedback in high-pressure situations
Integrity and Ethics: Recognized as a trusted leader with a commitment to fostering a culture of ethics and integrity within an academic or organizational setting
Knowledge of Laws and Regulations: Familiarity with federal, state, and laws, regulations, and guidance related to higher education, employment, and healthcare, as well as institutional policies and procedures
Relationship Management: Established relationships, or demonstrated ability to build such relationships, with key department, division, and program leaders within the institution. Demonstrated ability to effectively operate within a matrixed organizational structure, including experience collaborating across multiple departments, reporting lines, and stakeholder groups to drive alignment and achieve business objectives
Commitment to Excellence - Demonstrated
Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula
Benefits
Eligibility for a discretionary bonus
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