Compliance Associate

Father Bills & Mainspring•Brockton, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Compliance Associate is a new position serving as a vital member of the FBMS Program Development Team, supporting the Senior Director of Government Contracts in developing, implementing, and maintaining compliance policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. This position plays a key role in ensuring FBMS operates within all applicable legal frameworks and regulations, thereby protecting the agency’s reputation and mitigating potential risks. The Compliance Associate will lead internal monitoring, assist with staff training, and guide policy development to strengthen FBMS’ compliance program, increase operational efficiency, and support strong contract management and risk mitigation. The role is expected to foster collaboration with departments across the organization, with a particular emphasis on close partnership with Finance, to ensure cohesive compliance efforts and effective communication of regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Analytical & Critical Thinking: Ability to interpret regulations, assess risk, and recommend solutions.
Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills and commitment to accuracy in record-keeping and reporting.
Communication: Effective written and verbal communication; ability to convey regulatory information clearly to diverse audiences.
Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with team members, department leaders, and external partners.
Initiative: Demonstrates flexibility, willingness to take on new assignments, and proactive approach to identifying and addressing compliance needs.
Professionalism & Ethics: Maintains confidentiality, demonstrates integrity, and adheres to FBMS’s mission and values.
Empathy: Understanding of and sensitivity to the challenges faced by those FBMS serves, and the importance of ethical conduct in nonprofit operations.
4-6 years of experience in a compliance-related role (nonprofit experience preferred).
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements affecting nonprofit organizations, contract management, and reporting.
Demonstrated experience supporting the development and implementation of compliance policies and procedures.
Proficiency in data entry, basic office software, and maintaining organized records.
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully in a collaborative team environment
Local travel may be required. Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Responsibilities

Monitor, interpret, and communicate regulatory changes and updates relevant to FBMS’s operations and contracts.
Support the development of compliance policies and procedures in collaboration with department leadership.
Lead the implementation of compliance policies and procedures.
Develop and implement training programs outlining staff responsibilities related to compliance and contract accountabilities.
Facilitate the process of creating, implementing and maintaining standard operating procedures for compliance and contract management.
Develop. implement and update as needed the agency’s internal monitoring program.
Investigate and help resolve compliance-related complaints as appropriate, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of compliance activities and report findings to the Senior Director of Government Contracts.
Participate in annual and periodic reviews and updates to compliance policies and procedures.
Assist with preparation for site visits, audits, and reporting requirements from funders or regulatory bodies.
Communicate relevant compliance and contract management matters to internal and external stakeholders as needed.
Support a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and commitment to quality across the agency.