Chief Compliance Officer 16

Job Description

The Office of the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), established as an autonomous entity within the Michigan Strategic Fund under Public Act 225 of 2005, is seeking a highly skilled and principled professional to support its mission. Reporting directly to the State Administrative Board, the CCO plays a critical role in safeguarding the integrity, effectiveness, and legal compliance of the Michigan Strategic Fund board members, commercialization board members, and employees or agents of the MSF board and commercialization board.

This position is responsible for developing, advising on, and evaluating compliance policies; monitoring adherence to state and federal law; and helping prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the MSF Board and the Strategic Economic Investment and Commercialization Board in creating, implementing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures to ensure ethical and compliant operations.
• Provide guidance, recommendations, and support to board members, employees, and agents regarding internal policies, procedures, and relevant legal requirements.
• Advise on the evaluation, investigation, and resolution of issues concerning compliance with internal policies and applicable state and federal law.
• Review and assess compliance with established internal policies and procedures, identifying areas of improvement and risk.
• Recommend new or updated policies, including conflict of interest, investment, and ethics policies, to protect the State of Michigan’s assets and ensure alignment with statutory requirements.
• Report on compliance activities, trends, risks, and updates, as well as recommend revisions to agency policies and procedures as necessary.

Chief Compliance Officer 16 - Position Description

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to serve the State of Michigan by ensuring transparency, accountability, and ethical stewardship within one of its key economic development entities. Your work will directly support responsible governance and the protection of public resources.

The state of Michigan offers a competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes to help meet your educational and career goals. We offer health, life, dental vision, and disability insurances. Our employees enjoy paid parental leave, up to 9% match with 401(k), flexible spending accounts, excellent vacation and sick time policies, 14 holidays, and the ability to achieve work-life balance. Apply today to join the state of Michigan employee family!

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