• Address: Chicago, IL 60689 (map)
• Date Posted: 11/04/09
• Job Type: Full-time

Institution Rasmussen College, Inc.
Position Title Compliance Officer
Job Location Chicago, IL
Description We are currently looking for a Compliance Officer to join our team. This position requires 80-90% travel throughout the company. This position is located at our Burr Ridge IL office.


Main Responsibilities:

*Plans and performs independent internal audits of all operational aspects the College campuses and company departments in a team and/or individual environment.

*Maintains knowledge of current state and federal compliance laws and regulations relating to higher education, labor laws and corporate requirements.

*Verifies accuracy and ensures compliance with plans, policies and procedures prescribed by management.

*Develops and updates audit programs and checklists, plans and monitors audit work schedules, develops and recommends implementation of forms, systems and procedures to carry out responsibilities and accomplish goals of Compliance Department.

*Coordinates compliance information and document requests for compliance audits.

*Ensures company/college policies are followed and evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of internal procedures, systems and controls.

*Analyzes results of audit work; prepares working papers to support conclusions.

*Assures follow up of internal audit findings to ensure adequacy and timeliness of correction.

*Assists in training and consulting with faculty and staff on internal controls and other compliance issues.

*Performs special compliance and audit related projects as assigned.

*Performs other duties as requested, directed or assigned.


Qualifications:

*One to three years of experience planning and directing audits and/or compliance examinations.

*Bachelor's degree or higher in business, accounting or closely related field.

*Ability to function within a position that has a wide scope and at times high visibility and includes matters that require discretion and confidentiality.

*Ability to relate well with others and perform duties with a high degree of integrity and adherence to professional ethical standards.

*Excellent organizational skills and high level of attention to detail.

*Ability to work under pressure of deadlines and/or time limitations.

*Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

*Previous Financial Aid experience preferred.


About Rasmussen College

Founded in 1900, Rasmussen College is a premier provider of online educational experiences, delivering regionally accredited Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, and Associate's degree programs through its network of 17 Rasmussen College campuses and partnerships with leading universities. Rasmussen is an institution of higher learning dedicated to the growth and development of its students, employees, and the communities it serves. With more than 12,000 students, Rasmussen is able to offer its students a broad range of quality programs focused on the areas with the greatest occupation opportunities. To learn more about Rasmussen College, please visit www.Rasmussen.edu.


About Rasmussen College, Inc.

Rasmussen College, Inc. is a premier provider of online educational experiences delivering Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, and Associate's degree programs through its network of 17 campuses and partnerships with leading universities. With more than 900 employees, Rasmussen is a fast growing company with a highly energized and entrepreneurial environment. The competitive salary and benefits package includes health, dental, vision and life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, short and long term disability policies, and 401K. Rasmussen also offers generous tuition scholarships for employees and immediate family looking to pursue their undergraduate and/or graduate degrees. For more information on Rasmussen College, Inc., please visit our website at http://Corporate.Rasmussen.edu. Rasmussen has offices in Chicago, Orlando and the Twin Cities, and campuses in 5 Midwest and Southeast states.


TO APPLY: Please send word attached resume to corporaterecruiter7@rasmussen.edu. Please reference Compliance Officer in the subject of your e-mail.