HC
Administration/Managerment

College Compliance Officer

Deadline
Oct 19, 2026
Closing today
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
None
Full time
Reference
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Posted Sep 23, 2026
Offered salary$67,055-$87,171

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College Compliance Officer

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Position Information
Position Title College Compliance Officer
Posting Category Full-Time Staff/Management
Starting salary range $67,055-$87,171
Faculty Position (if applicable)
About Harford Community College Harford Community College (HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we’re committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website.
Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Benefits Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, and 18 days of paid vacation. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available. Participation is required the mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b). Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance. Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!
Job Description The Compliance Officer is responsible for providing guidance and expertise in the College’s legal, regulatory, and compliance functions to minimize institutional risk and support adherence to applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This position monitors legal and regulatory developments affecting higher education; develops, reviews, and updates policies, procedures, and practices to maintain compliance; and serves as a key advisor to College leadership on complex legal and compliance matters. The role is responsible for providing guidance to administrators, faculty, staff, and students on compliance-related issues and managing certain institutional legal records. Additionally, the position serves as the primary point of contact for compliance matters, helping stakeholders navigate legal and regulatory requirements while supporting the College’s operational and strategic objectives.
This is an exempt, professional staff position reporting to the VP, HR, Risk & Compliance.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position
Required Education Associate’s degree; degree can be substituted for 2 additional years of required experience.
Required Experience Minimum of three (3) years of experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws, regulations, and compliance requirements, including Title IX, ADA/Section 504, FERPA, FOIA, or similar legal and regulatory frameworks.


Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Strong problem-solving abilities
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong organizational skills and time management skills
  • Ability to build relationships with various internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to manage multiple complex and time sensitive projects simultaneously
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with FERPA, Title IX, ADA/504, and FOIA
  • Experience identifying and mitigating liability
  • Experience working within a community college
  • Proficiency with AdobeSign

Hours per Week 40 - 100%
General Weekly Work Schedule Monday to Friday, generally 9 a.m.- 5.pm.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2026-075FSFA
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date
Close Date 10/19/2026
Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How many years of experience do you have interpreting and applying federal and state laws, regulations, and compliance requirements?
    • less than 3 years of experience
    • 3 years of experience
    • 4 years of experience
    • 5 years of experience
    • 6 years of experience
  2. Do you have experience serving as a Title IX coordinator?
    • No
    • Yes
    • No, but I have experience with Title IX compliance and grievance procedures.
  3. * Select any of the following regulations that you have working knowledge of
    • Title IX
    • ADA/504
    • FERPA
    • FOIA
    • None
  4. * Are you currently a resident of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia, OR are you willing to relocate?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Will you now or in the future require employment-based visa sponsorship (including, but not limited to, OPT, H-1B, L-1, EB-2, or EB-3) to work in the United States for Harford Community College?
    • No, I will not require sponsorship from Harford Community College
    • Yes, I will require sponsorship from Harford Community College

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcript
Optional Documents
  1. Transcript- Bachelor's
  2. Transcript- Doctorate
  3. Transcript- Master's

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