IDEA Public Schools · 2 months ago
Regional Director of Compliance - IDEA Greater Cincinnati (Immediate Opening)
Cincinnati Metro
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$91K/yr - $112K/yr
7+ years expIDEA Public Schools is a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools dedicated to preparing every student for success in college and life. The Regional Director of Compliance ensures that IDEA Greater Cincinnati operates with integrity and adherence to all requirements, leading compliance readiness and managing key relationships to safeguard the region's credibility and funding.
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Responsibilities
Serve as IDEA Greater Cincinnati’s primary compliance liaison to the Fordham Institute and the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW)
Ensure IDEA GC meets 100% of all Fordham contractual obligations, including all “Meets Standard” ratings on Fordham’s Alternative Accountability Measures (governance, financial performance, academic reporting, and operational compliance)
Maintain ongoing communication with Fordham staff regarding deadlines, submissions, and compliance evidence
Coordinate the authorizer performance framework process, including submission of documentation, performance analysis, and follow-up
Lead IDEA GC’s 2027 Charter Renewal process, including development of all renewal documentation, compliance evidence, and internal readiness reviews
Partner with IPS Legal, Executive Director, and regional leaders to ensure renewal submissions reflect IDEA GC’s performance and continuous improvement
Oversee and coordinate Educational Management Information System (EMIS) data submission and reporting for all IDEA GC schools
Work in collaboration with regional operations, data, and academic teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness of EMIS data (attendance, enrollment, discipline, and course information)
Serve as the regional point of contact for ODEW EMIS coordinators and external audits
Monitor data integrity and ensure alignment between EMIS reporting and the SIS and analytics platform
Provide data accuracy audits, quarterly compliance dashboards, and year-end reconciliations
Develop and maintain a regional compliance calendar capturing all deadlines, submissions, and audit cycles across departments
Lead preparation and quality assurance for all state and federal submissions (e.g., attendance, testing, Title programs, financial reports, safety drills, and accessibility compliance)
Collaborate with legal and governance teams to ensure IDEA GC’s policies and handbooks are up-to-date and consistent with Ohio law and IDEA policy
Manage responses to all ODEW or authorizer audits, desk reviews, or investigations, coordinating with internal teams for corrective actions and documentation
Track trends and risks across campuses, and report quarterly to the Regional Executive Director
Conduct quarterly internal compliance reviews of high-risk areas (student records, special education, safety, attendance, HR documentation)
Develop and manage a regional compliance tracking system that integrates with IDEA’s national dashboards and supports ongoing risk assessment
Partner with the IPS Internal Audit and Risk Management teams to ensure alignment and share best practices
Lead or coordinate corrective action plans to closure when findings occur, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement
Create a culture of proactive compliance—celebrating milestones, highlighting successes, and embedding “sweat the small stuff” accountability into daily operations
Partner with the Executive Director to strengthen the IDEA Greater Cincinnati Board’s effectiveness and compliance
Ensure timely completion and submission of board training certifications, ethics disclosures, and public posting requirements
Manage compliance portions of board meeting preparation, including accuracy of agendas, minutes, and supporting documents
Track follow-up items and ensure alignment between board action items and compliance timelines
Support the board in maintaining readiness for Fordham authorizer reviews and public transparency requirements, including website postings and policy updates
Train campus operations leaders and regional staff on compliance expectations, data reporting, and documentation standards
Build sustainable systems and tools that reduce reliance on any single individual for compliance execution
Partner with academic and operational leaders to strengthen cross-functional ownership of compliance, including integration into school routines and audits
Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Executive Director on compliance trends, risks, and mitigation strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; Master's in Education, Public Policy, Law, or Business preferred
Minimum of 7 years of experience in compliance, legal, data reporting, or charter school operations
Strong understanding of Ohio charter school regulations, EMIS reporting, and authorizer frameworks
Proven experience managing cross-departmental compliance systems or audits
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects with overlapping timelines and deadlines
Self-starter with the ability to stay abreast of compliance changes
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to train and build compliance knowledge and capacity in others
Demonstrate personal and professional integrity in the management of sensitive data
Ability to cascade clearly defined action steps to appropriate team members and work collaboratively across stakeholder teams and departments
Deep understanding of ODEW and Fordham Institute compliance standards
Excellent project management and analytical skills
Technical proficiency with data systems (SIS, EMIS, compliance data dashboards)
Commitment to IDEA's mission of preparing every student for success in college and life
Preferred
Master's in Education, Public Policy, Law, or Business preferred
Benefits
Paid Family Leave: Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on their tenure with the organization and caregiver designation.
Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services available at no cost.
Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, generous vacation time, referral bonuses and professional development.
IDEA may offer a relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.
Company
IDEA Public Schools
IDEA Public Schools believes that each child can go to college.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.9MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Education
2017-11-01Grant· $3.9M
Leadership Team
Alejandra Loya
Chief of Staff to CEO & Superintendent
Tarah Burris
Sr. Vice President Partnerships, Persistence, and Completion at IDEA Public Schools
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