Job Overview

the university of rochester seeks an accomplished chief compliance executive to lead a comprehensive compliance program across its academic, research, and medical enterprise. this senior leader will shape a culture of integrity and accountability, serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and the board of trustees.

in this role, you'll lead and shape the compliance culture across our university enterprise, focusing on academic and central administration. the position offers meaningful growth potential-you'll build and mentor a compliance team while becoming a strategic partner within the university by developing a close working relationship with the senior vice president and general counsel, the chief compliance officer of the medical center, the director of research compliance and senior leadership across the university.

about the role:

reporting to the executive vice president for administration and finance, the chief compliance executive will:

• lead a university-wide compliance program that aligns with institutional goals, values, and regulatory requirements. identify and mitigate risk in academic, research, healthcare, financial, and student service areas. partner with senior leadership and university counsel to address emerging regulatory issues. direct investigations, oversee training initiatives, and ensure transparent reporting mechanisms. collaborate with leaders across departments to embed compliance into daily operations.

what we're looking for:

• extensive experience (7+ years) in leading compliance programs in higher education or a similarly complex setting, preferably with a mission spanning academics, research, and medicine. advanced degree (master's, jd, or equivalent) required; compliance certifications (e.g., ccep, cpa, cia) strongly preferred. deep knowledge of federal and state regulations impacting universities, including title ix, clery act, ferpa, and research ethics. strong leadership and communication skills, with experience advising boards and senior executives. demonstrated ability to drive organizational change and foster a culture of accountability.

why join us?

at rochester, our meliora values-equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability-guide everything we do. this is a unique opportunity to influence the future of a world-class university at the intersection of education, research, and patient care.