COMPLIANCE MANAGER

The Pueblo of Sandia•Rio Rancho, NM

9h•$41 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for monitoring to Pueblo of Sandia Health Center’s (PSHC) adherence to a System of Internal Controls to assure that operation regulations and that the Compliance Plan are followed. Interpret, apply and enforce compliance as required. Provides the Health Center’s Director and Compliance Committee with reports regarding operational performance. Analyzes internal control non-compliance incidences, recommends remedial action, and provides follow up to assure corrective action are carried out. Meets critical deadlines to assure timely operational requirements are met, such as Office of the Inspector General (OIG) requirements, responses to audit findings, etc. Formulates the addition, revision and deletion of the System of Internal Controls as required. Develops new policies and procedures as operational needs change. Our philosophy is built on the principles of integrity, fairness, collaboration, communication, and recognition for performance excellence. Meeting all performance standards leads to attracting and retaining a qualified workforce, provides opportunities for qualified team members, and contributes towards the ongoing success of the Pueblo of Sandia today and in the future.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field and five (5) years of auditing and administration of a financial or accounting operation experience. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling nine (9) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Must have worked as a nurse or in a clinical setting for at least 5 years.
Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted New Mexico Driver’s License.
Must be able to successfully pass a stringent background investigation and character investigation in compliance with PL 101.630.
Will require a pre-employment and random drug screening.
Analyze and meet timelines, project resources, direct the monitoring and evaluation of results.
Ability to work effectively with Health Center Management, external administrators, legal counsel, Tribal Council, vendors, and public at large.
Ability to draft complex reports, correspondence, communicate well orally, and conduct meetings and training sessions as required.
Experience with, and knowledge of, compliance practices, and tribal, state and federal reporting requirements.

Nice To Haves

5 years’ experience in Tribal Government operations.
Note: Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy education and/or work experience.

Responsibilities

Develop short and long-range goals and objectives to improve compliance operations.
Responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous review of all Health Center operations policies, procedures, and internal controls associated with compliance issues.
Directs reviews/audits of employee adherence to established policies, procedures and regulatory requirements, which require knowledge of complex Federal, State, Tribal.
Keeps Compliance Committee informed of all issues.
Responsible for reporting findings in a public setting, including presentation skills.
Responsible for preparing reports and analysis to Health Center Director, the Compliance Committee and outside auditors regarding findings and/or deficiencies on compliance issues and related activities.
Responsible for interacting with and training managers and Team Members on internal control regulations and policies.
Plan and direct both announced and unannounced audits.
Assist independent auditors as required by providing documentation, service, and other needs as they arise. Respond to audit findings, recommend remedial action, and ensure the action is taken.
Meet critical deadlines to assure timely operational requirements are met, such as Federal filing requirements and responding to audit finding, etc.
Provide contractors with compliance requirements they must meet and assure they do so.
Must be able to work closely with the DHSS Director on AAAHC.
Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility for all team members and are expected to report to work based upon the assigned schedule each day in accordance with the Attendance Policy for Pueblo of Sandia.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills in building a cohesive working relationship with co-workers and internal/external contact.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.