Director of Compliance and Policies

TemPositions is excited to partner with a large California-based public research institution to hire a Director of Policies, Compliance and Programmatic Agreements. This leadership role oversees policy development, compliance, ethics, governance, records management, and programmatic agreements across a complex statewide organization.

Location: Davis, CA (Hybrid eligible)
Schedule: Full-time, temporary
Compensation: $45/hour (flexible depending on experience)

What You’ll Do:

• Lead development and administration of institutional policies
• Oversee compliance, ethics frameworks, and governance practices
• Manage records retention and public accountability processes
• Structure and administer MOUs and programmatic agreements
• Serve as liaison to legal counsel and senior leadership
• Provide high-level analytical and policy support
• Recruit, supervise, and develop professional staff

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Strong background in compliance, governance, and policy administration
• Experience working in large, complex organizations
• Ability to interpret legal documents and translate requirements into actionable guidance
• Strong leadership and supervisory experience
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Sound judgment and discretion with sensitive matters

Preferred:

• JD, MBA, MPA, or related advanced degree
• Compliance certifications (CCEP, CIA, etc.)
• Higher education or public institution experience
• Experience with public records laws and internal investigations

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

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