Compliance Specialist jobs in Fort Smith, AR

Description

Responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance within all departments, including training employees on industry standards, developing compliance regulations and policies, and evaluating compliance. 

• Responsible for keeping Agency's various licensures up to date and valid. 
• Research and stay up to date on industry compliance regulations and policies, as well as federal and state laws applicable to the Agency. 
• Evaluate internal operational and procedural compliance. 
• Analyze and update existing compliance policies and related documentation.
• Communicate compliance policies and guidelines to Management and designated departments, providing training as needed.
• Develop and execute new compliance policies and procedures as required.
• Develop and maintain compliance certification recordkeeping system.
• Track weekly progress of strategic goals for organization and individual departments. 
• Perform and assist departments in various audits. 
• Create compliance resource library for staff members to reference when they have questions.
• Other duties as assigned. 

 Area Agency on Aging of Western Arkansas, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, law, or finance preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrable experience in compliance and risk management. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills including experience with MS Excel and Word.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with all employees and management staff.