Section Manager - Compliance and Risk Management

of accountability, continuous improvement, and high-quality service.

Requisition ID

46127BR

Travel Required

Up to 50%

Pay Grade Maximum

$138,126.96

Major/Essential Functions

• Develop and implement risk management strategies that support compliance, operational effectiveness, and organizational objectives.
• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of corrective action plans in response to audit findings, compliance concerns, and identified areas of risk.
• Ensure timely, thorough, and well-documented escalation of unresolved compliance, operational, or risk-related issues to the Senior Director of Compliance and Risk Management (CRM) and Operations leadership.
• Conduct ongoing audits and reviews of procedures, practices, and documentation to identify potential risks, compliance gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate and oversee annual audits, including release of information, refusal of treatment, and regional privacy audits, ensuring compliance with established requirements and timelines.
• Support American Correctional Association (ACA) accreditation activities and Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) audit requirements by facilitating audit preparation, documentation, and compliance efforts.
• Provide oversight of Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) audits and related processes, including Operational Review Audits (ORA), Nursing Quality Assurance audits, Sick Call Request Verification audits, Compelled Medication audits, Mental Health Evaluation audits, and other regulatory reviews. This includes monitoring audit preparation activities, reviewing documentation for completeness and accuracy, coordinating with unit leadership, and evaluating corrective action plans and detailed written responses prior to submission.
• Manage the maintenance, review, and continuous improvement of departmental policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure regulatory compliance and operational consistency.
• Assist in the development, review, and revision of regional and unit policies and SOPs to support evolving operational and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate compliance, privacy, and safety training, educational initiatives, and investigations while serving as a regional resource for Compliance and Risk Management (CRM) programs and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including travel and overnight travel as required to support organizational and operational needs.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

$50,228.04

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Amarillo

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, Nursing, Criminal Justice, Public Health, or a related field.
• Five or more years of experience conducting audits, delivering compliance or operational training, and developing, managing, or maintaining departmental policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Three or more years of experience applying healthcare compliance requirements, including HIPAA, OIG guidance, and applicable state healthcare regulations.
• Experience in a healthcare, correctional healthcare, compliance, risk management, or regulatory environment.

Department

Regional Administration Operations

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan/.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree plus four years of supervisory experience OR a combination of education and/or years of supervisory experience to equal a minimum of 8 years.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.

Organization

TTUHSC operates five schools, multiple online programs and numerous facilities across the state of Texas, with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas, and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa), in addition to our flagship campus in Lubbock, Texas.

As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing world-class patient care to the surrounding communities. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.

What We Stand For: Inclusion, Vision & Values

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of a supportive community that empowers each individual and embraces all cultures, races, backgrounds, abilities and identities. Diversity and Inclusion are not just important—they are essential to our mission and integral to our purpose.

Five core values—One Team, Kindhearted, Integrity, Visionary, Beyond Service—drive everything we do. Through our Values-Based Culture, we are committed to promoting an exceptional, inclusive & equitable workplace.

Our Vision: “Transform health care through innovation and collaboration.” Here, everyone plays a vital role.

Compensation & Benefits

TTUHSC proudly provides many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance at no charge to the employee, paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and state holidays) and substantial automatic retirement contributions.

Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal wellness and professional growth, including:

Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance

State Retirement Programs and Pension Options

Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits

Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs

Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents

Leadership and Professional Development Programs

Mental and Physical Wellness Programs

Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay

We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Nationally-recognized as a "Great College to Work For,” TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job!