Risk Management, Compliance & Assurance Officer

The State Corporation Commission (‘SCC’ or ‘Commission’) seeks a leader to oversee and manage the agency’s risk management, compliance and internal control program. Reporting to the SCC’s Chief Administrative Officer, the selected candidate for this position will manage enterprise risk management, compliance oversight and assurance and auditing to ensure control measures are effective. 

Key Responsibilities of the Risk Management, Compliance & Assurance Officer will include: leading the implementation of Enterprise Risk Management frameworks; conducting risk assessments and developing strategies to mitigate risks; managing IT audits and developing a strategic plan; partnering with leaders to develop an enterprise strategic plan; guiding the implementation of internal controls and procedures based on changing statutes, regulations or policies; managing the agency’s ARMICS program; developing a comprehensive audit program to ensure controls are effective; and providing SCC staff with education. Additional responsibilities of the selected candidate for this position will include: analyzing and reporting on risks, compliance issues and opportunities by offering advice and strategies for resolution; leading, coaching and developing professional staff; proactively monitoring ARMICS, Sarbanes-Oxley and other audit and internal control legislation at both the state and federal level to ensure compliance and implementing “best practices” and modifications; reviewing and approving all audit reports of accounting, financial and other operations to verify compliance; investigating any “whistle blower” complaints, suspicious activity or compliance issues and recommending corrective action as needed; and performing related work as assigned.  

This position offers a hybrid work schedule as well as training and professional development opportunities.