Director of Compliance

Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity

Mission:

• To connect, value, and empower people, businesses, and communities.

Vision:

• An inclusive, accessible, prosperous, and resilient Harris County economy.

Position Summary:

The Department of Economic Equity & Opportunity (DEEO) seeks a Director of Compliance to lead and oversee all Business and Worker Services division functions. This director-level position reports directly to the Chief of Staff and serves as a senior leader responsible for strategic compliance oversight, worksite safety, business assistance, and prevailing wage labor standards compliance across county-funded projects.

The Director of Compliance will supervise the Business and Worker Services division to ensure fair treatment, promote ethical practices, implement compliance programs, address compliance risks, and stay current with applicable laws and regulations — serving as a key partner to executive leadership and division assisting directors.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Coordination

• Report directly to the Chief of Staff on the progress of all Business and Worker Services division initiatives toward departmental goals.

• Lead, mentor, and develop division staff — fostering a culture of accountability, inclusivity, and high performance.

• Participate in DEEO leadership team meetings and represent compliance functions at the executive level.

• Develop and implement training programs to ensure team members are skilled, knowledgeable, and able to maintain quality service standards.

• Cultivate partnerships across program areas to encourage knowledge sharing, resource utilization, and collaborative problem-solving.

• Provide coaching, counseling, and professional development to staff within the Business and Worker Services teams.

Compliance Monitoring & Enforcement

• Regularly monitor compliance to ensure all safety protocols, policies, and procedures are followed with no deviations from established standards.

• Oversee all aspects of monitoring, investigating, reporting, and contract compliance.

• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards and develop strategies to mitigate risks.

• Maintain detailed records of compliance activities and report issues or instances of non-compliance to the appropriate authorities.

• Monitor contract compliance across county contracts — reviewing contracts for alignment with diversity participation policies and recommending corrective actions.

Contract Compliance

• Oversee contract compliance for all Harris County projects applicable.

• Ensure contractors and subcontractors comply with Section 3, Davis-Bacon and prevailing wage contract requirements.

• Utilize and maintain compliance tool frameworks, SOPs, and reporting dashboards to improve accountability and opera-tonal visibility

• Track and report worker complaints in coordination with contractors, subcontractors, and grantees.

• Ensure accurate certification, documentation, and reporting to prepare for compliance audits.

• Supervise the Business Assistance, Worksite Safety, and Prevailing Wage teams.

Reporting & Accountability

• Create quarterly reports for submission to Commissioners Court.

• Ensure the Chief of Staff is consistently informed and proactive in addressing compliance issues, including monthly tracking of KPIs and adherence to strict deadlines.

• Maintain and conduct quarterly meetings to review performance metrics and compliance standards.

• Respond to audit and compliance requests, ensuring timely documentation and submission.

• Assist with special compliance initiatives, risk mitigation strategies, and program evaluations.

Policy Development

• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.

• Serve as technical expert in compliance reporting.

• Participate in and provide oversight for decisions and compliance requirements

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Work closely with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure safety and compliance remain priorities across all operations.

• Liaise with high-level stakeholders including board members, executives, elected officials, philanthropic partners, and other decision-makers.

• Cultivate and manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and community partners to support DEEO compliance goals.

• Provide training and educational resources to employees and partners regarding contract compliance.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
 If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.