Compliance Specialist

Camp Fire Alaska • Anchorage, AK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Compliance Specialist supports Camp Fire Alaska Afterschool programs in maintaining compliance with local and State of Alaska child care licensing requirements, regulatory standards, and organizational policies. The role monitors compliance, maintains required documentation, supports licensing visits and reporting, and provides guidance and training to direct service staff. The Compliance Specialist serves as a key resource and maintains positive relationships with Child Care Licensing and other regulatory agencies.

Day-to-day work includes supporting Afterschool Programs by ensuring licensing requirements are met, maintaining accurate documentation, and providing staff with resources and guidance. Activities may include reviewing program records, monitoring compliance deadlines, preparing reports, following up with staff on documentation needs, collaborating with program teams and leadership, answering questions, addressing compliance concerns, developing or updating policies, procedures, and training materials, and providing staff training and assistance. The work helps ensure programs meet regulatory expectations and provide safe, inclusive, and supportive environments for youth and families.

This is a year-round, full-time, non-exempt position based at the Camp Fire Alaska office in Anchorage. The schedule is Monday through Friday, eight hours per day, between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Occasional evening or weekend hours may be needed to meet agency needs or attend events. The position reports to the Director of Afterschool Programs. Pay is $24.58–$28.49 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• At least 12 college credits in education, youth development, early childhood education, or a related field, including at least 3 credit hours specific to early childhood education; or a Child and Youth Care (CYC) Credential.
• Experience working in child care, youth development, education, or a related program setting.
• Experience in child care licensing, program administration, regulatory compliance, or quality assurance.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Applicants offered employment are subject to reference checks and a criminal history check through the Alaska Background Check Program; employment offers are contingent on successful completion of both checks.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in education, early childhood education, youth development, human services, business administration, or a related field preferred; relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with local and State of Alaska child care licensing requirements, regulatory standards, and organizational policies.
• Maintain required program documentation and accurate records.
• Support licensing visits and reporting.
• Review program records, monitor compliance deadlines, prepare reports, and follow up with staff on documentation needs.
• Provide guidance, resources, and training to direct service staff.
• Collaborate with program teams, leadership, and regulatory agencies to answer questions, provide guidance, and address compliance concerns.
• Develop or update policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Maintain positive relationships with Child Care Licensing and other regulatory agencies.

Benefits

• Health and dental benefits
• Paid time/leave off
• Sick pay
• 401(k)
• Holiday pay
• Free Camp Fire Alaska programs for dependent children, subject to specific rules
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free telehealth through Freshbenies
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition advancement
• Life insurance
• Discounts on various products and services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed