Compliance Specialist

The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes in Cook County and Lake County, a geographic area of 1,411 square miles. The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, has more than 13,000 employees in its systems and ministries, including Catholic Charities, the regions largest nonprofit social service agency. The Archdiocese also has one of the countrys largest seminaries. The Archdioceses 150+ elementary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest U.S. private school systems. Its schools have received 96 U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon Awards.

Position Summary

The Compliance Specialist serves as the liaison between the Safe Environment Office in the Office for the Protection of Children & Youth (OPCY) and local Site Administrators in parishes and schools. The Compliance Specialist supports Site Administrators on a daily basis and reviews OPCY audit submissions on an annual basis.

Essential Position Functions

• Provides one-on-one support to Site Administrators throughout the year.
• Conduct virtual and on-site compliance audits. Follow-up with and assist pastors, principals, and site administrators. Review all audit submission and document findings.
• Answer phone calls and emails from Site Administrators and others and respond to compliance inquiries and database questions.
• Provide support during annual audit data collection and help with organization of the data and compliance materials.
• Assist in preparing data reports to be used for the annual USCCB audit.
• Comply with all civil reporting requirements related to the abuse or neglect of a minor and cooperate with public authority figures.
• Report to Safe Environment Director all compliance issues at parishes and schools.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with an ability to proofread.
• Excellent computer skills
• Develop proficiency in using existing OPCY databases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable analyzing data
• Ability to work independently and as a team with others in OPCY and archdiocesan departments and organizations.
• Ability to create and maintain supportive relationships with parishes and schools site administrators.
• Ability to travel long distances in own vehicle to Vicariate offices, parishes and schools in the Archdiocese.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience in compliance, auditing, child safety, education, or related field.

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here.

This position has an annualized salary range of $53,446.00 - $65,472.00. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.