About UFW Foundation: For nearly 18 years, the UFW Foundation has mobilized farm workers and their organizations across the country to advocate for more equitable policies, such as immigration reform, pesticide protections, heat standards, hazard pay and other worker protections. We engage constituents in systemic change to break the cycle of poverty while also providing critical services. In fact, the UFW Foundation is the largest federally accredited immigration legal service provider in the state of California. The organization has staff in California, Arizona, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, and New York.

SUMMARY: The Risk & Compliance Coordinator plans, directs, and or coordinates activities for the UFW Foundation to ensure compliance with ethical and regulatory standards. The Risk & Compliance Coordinator ensures UFW Foundation policies are accurate, current, and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The Risk & Compliance Coordinator (1) maintains documentation of compliance activities; (2) identifies and addresses compliance issues that require follow-up or investigation; and (3) manages an organization’s overall insurance programs, as well as entity registrations. The Risk & Compliance Coordinator provides these services to both the UFW Foundation (a 501(c)3), as well as its sister organization the Civic Empowerment Coalition (a 501(c)4). The Risk & Compliance Coordinator reports to the Chief Operating Officer (COO)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES: (This is not an exhaustive list)

• Analyzes insurance needs by identifying risk exposures and analyzing and classifying risks to provide optimum coverage, costs and claim settlements.
• Assists UFW Foundation staff in obtaining certificates of insurance, as needed for special events, grant applications, etc.
• Communicates current regulatory issues to management and recommends course of action after consultation with COO.
• Conducts periodic internal reviews or audits to ensure that compliance procedures are followed.
• Conducts regular policy reviews and research and compiles loss trends.
• Coordinates internal investigation of compliance issues as per the direction of the COO.
• Coordinates policy renewals and applications as per the direction of the COO.
• Drafts new and updates existing internal risk and compliance policies so that they match industry standards.
• Ensures registration of UFW Foundation and Civic Empowerment Coalition with appropriate state agencies.
• Establishes relationships with important external bodies and stays up-to-date on the changes in industry requirements and all relevant regulations.
• Files appropriate compliance reports with regulatory agencies.
• Identifies compliance issues that require follow-up or investigation.
• Maintains documentation of compliance activities, such as complaints received or investigation outcomes.
• Organizes workshops and training sessions to educate and update employees on the organization’s compliance policies, regulations, and processes.
• Performs risk assessments and establishes our organization’s tolerance for risk.
• Prepares risk management reports for the Executive Team based on internal reviews and advises the Executive Team on risk mitigation measures and implementation of adequate compliance programs.
• Reports violations of compliance or regulatory standards to the COO and duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate or required as directed by the COO.
• Working closely with the COO, the Risk & Compliance Coordinator
  • Advises internal management (Executive Team) or partners on the implementation or operation of compliance programs.
  • Develops and implements compliance-related policies and procedures throughout the UFW Foundation; disseminates written policies and procedures related to compliance activities; and ensures organizational policies are accurate, current and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Works closely with the People Relations Director and COO regarding staff performance management and workers’ compensation insurance renewals.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate for this position must have a high level of professionalism and organization. The candidate must demonstrate competency in the following areas:

• A keen eye for detail, including editing and proofreading abilities.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Collaboration. Ability to work with teammates in a professional and solutions-oriented manner.
• Dedication to Mission. A genuine interest in immigrant and farm worker rights.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing and executing across several communications media.
• Flexibility, Speed, and Precision. Ability to adjust quickly to constantly changing priorities with speed, precision, and accuracy.
• Si Se Puede® (It Can Be Done) Attitude. The embodiment of a personal spirit that promotes confidence, courage and risk-taking.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

• Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS, QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Advanced degree in human resources, business administration or related field, masters, or juris doctor and/or certification as a Risk and Compliance professional (Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional, Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager, or Certified Information Systems Security Professional, etc.).
• Prior management or supervisory role.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in risk management, human resources, business administration or related field and three (3) to five (5) years or more in risk management, compliance, or related field experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Current California driver’s license and insurance.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

COMPENSATION:

The annual salary pay range for this position is $66,560.00 to $68,000.00, and benefits include:

• Accruals of 2, 3, and 4 vacation weeks per year depending on tenure
• 16 paid holidays (includes a personal day)
• 1 mental health day per calendar year
• Paid sick days
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program for support with personal and work-related challenges
• 403(b) retirement plan with 2% employer match (providing employee meets criteria)
• 401(k) retirement plan with no employer match (providing employee meets criteria)
• Employer-sponsored pension plan
• Supplemental insurance (within 30 days of hire date)
• Professional development opportunities and access to thousands of courses
• 20% discount for immigration services through the UFW Foundation
• Many discounts, such as entertainment discounts for movie theaters, theme parks, etc. via ADP Lifemart, TicketsatWork, and UnionPlus

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is largely a sedentary role—the individual will spend several hours each day on a computer working with Word documents, spreadsheets, and screens full of data (ADP). Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less is necessary. In rare instances the employee may be required to move files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Similarly, in rare instances the employee may be asked to lift, move, carry, push, or pull up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift, move, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment, typically remote. This role routinely uses and operates standard office equipment such as computers, phones, calculators, and occasionally photocopiers/printers, filing cabinets, and on occasion fax machines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The UFW Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe a strong commitment to equal employment opportunity is more than a legal and moral obligation – it is also a sound business practice to realize the potential of every individual. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunity to all individuals, employment decisions at the UFW Foundation will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Except where required or permitted by law, employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, age, or any characteristic protected by law.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for a position fighting for farm worker and immigrant communities! The UFW Foundation believes in second chances. As an organization, we will rely on individualized assessments in the hiring of those with past criminal convictions. The UFW Foundation will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with qualified disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Persons of color, gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people, persons with disabilities, persons who have lived in poverty, formerly incarcerated, persons 40 years old or older, and people fluent in more than one language are strongly encouraged to apply for open positions with the UFW Foundation.

This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, counseling, discipline, termination, access to benefits and training. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.