Coordinator, Compliance & Risk Management

Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority•Los Angeles, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) seeks motivated professionals who want to use their talents and skills to make a difference. Our staff are adaptive problem solvers and passionate about enriching people's lives. If you are mission-driven, dedicated to superior service and support, and can diligently work independently and in a collaborative environment, join our team. LAHSA is leading the fight against homelessness in LA County. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. LAHSA is a joint powers authority of the city and county of Los Angeles and the lead agency in the HUD-funded Los Angeles Continuum of Care. We coordinate and manage federal, state, county, and city funds for programs providing shelter, housing, and services to people experiencing homelessness. The Coordinator, Compliance & Risk Management, supports the daily operations of the Risk Management department by providing administrative, operational, and compliance assistance. This role plays an integral part in maintaining the efficiency and functionality of the department and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. The Coordinator, Legal Operations & Compliance, will collaborate with team members to support key legal, risk and compliance activities while gaining exposure to various legal processes and operations.

Requirements

Meticulous and thorough.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to process highly confidential data and maintain discretion.
Exceptional professional judgment.
Basic understanding of legal or compliance concepts is a plus but not required.
Candidates should have a passion for the legal and compliance industry and must be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Risk management, compliance, insurance and legal preferred.
Any combination of extensive and applicable work experience and educational credentials to perform the above duties successfully.
Applicants must be able to meet this onsite requirement, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Residency Requirement: This position requires the employee to reside within the State of California.

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of legal or compliance concepts is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Support CPRA request processing by tracking, logging, and monitoring incoming records requests to ensure timely responses.
Collaborate with Risk Management, Legal, and relevant departments to gather and review responsive records.
Ensure compliance with CPRA deadlines and requirements, escalating any potential delays or risks to leadership.
Maintain accurate records and audit trails of CPRA requests, responses, and communications for accountability and reporting.
Identify and flag risks or recurring themes in CPRA requests that may indicate systemic compliance or operational issues.
Provide reporting and updates to leadership on CPRA compliance performance, including timeliness, volume, and resolution trends.
Assist in developing and refining CPRA-related policies, procedures, and staff training to ensure ongoing compliance and consistency.
Provide administrative support to the Risk Management department, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
Support with the review, preparation, and organization of legal documents and correspondence, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Support Help manage the intake and routing of legal inquiries, ensuring timely and appropriate follow-up by team members.
Support secure sensitive legal records, while organizing a centralized repository of legal templates and work products.
Support the coordination of legal transactions, including gathering documentation, obtaining Certificates of Insurance, verifying coverage, and assisting with approvals.
Conduct preliminary research on compliance and insurance-related topics to support legal and regulatory initiatives.
Support with preparing materials for audits, regulatory filings, and other compliance related matters.
Provide administrative support for compliance programs, including tracking deadlines, monitoring activities, and preparing reports to ensure regulatory adherence.
Perform other duties as assigned.