Youth Protection Specialist

Baylor University•Waco, TX

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the leadership of the Risk Management Program Manager, the Youth Protection Specialist provides strategic support of the University’s Youth Protection Program to ensure the safety and well-being of minors participating in University-sponsored programs, third party programs, camps, events, and activities. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring policies, procedures, training initiatives, and compliance standards related to youth protection and risk mitigation. The Specialist collaborates with campus leadership, program administrators, legal counsel, risk management, compliance, and external stakeholders to maintain adherence with institutional policies, state and federal regulations, and industry best practices.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree and one year work experience are required.
All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Three years of relevant work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for the University’s Protection of Minors Policy, providing interpretation, guidance, and resolution of issues or concerns related to compliance and operational implementation
Develop, implement, and continuously improve youth protection policies, procedures, and risk management frameworks
Serve as approval authority for event management systems and request forms and and other institutional systems related to youth programs and compliance processes
Monitor and maintain records, certifications, training documentation, and compliance reports in accordance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements
Review and evaluate charter applications and operational requests for student groups and organizations involving minors or youth engagement activities
Conduct on-site monitoring, assessments, and compliance reviews of youth programs, camps, clinics, and events
Perform periodic program assessments and compliance reviews to evaluate operational effectiveness and identify areas of risk
Research emerging trends, industry standards, regulatory changes, and best practices related to youth protection and child safety
Collaborate with Human Resources, Risk Management, Compliance, Legal Affairs, and other departments to support background check processes and compliance initiatives
Support emergency response planning and crisis management efforts related to youth programs and minors on campus
Facilitate online and in-person training programs related to youth protection, mandatory reporting, child safety, and compliance requirements
Oversee administration and content of the University’s online learning system(s)
Provide consultation, outreach, and strategic guidance to departments, faculty, staff, student organizations, volunteers, and program administrators regarding youth protection requirements and risk mitigation strategies.
Develop communication materials, compliance resources, and outreach initiatives to promote awareness and understanding of youth protection responsibilities across the University community to include managing content on University website
Prepare and present annual reports, compliance metrics, risk assessments, and program updates.
Participate in ERM quarterly meetings
Chair and lead the Youth Protection Advisory Committee, including coordination of meetings, policy recommendations, and cross-functional collaboration efforts
Support strategic planning initiatives related to youth protection compliance, operational effectiveness, and program enhancement
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University’s mission and youth protection objectives
Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
Ability to comply with university policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance