Job Title: Compliance and Data Manager Starting date: 01/01/2026
Department: Administration
Hours: Mon-Fri
Location: San Luis Obispo, CA
Employment type: FTE
Salary range: $62,400 – $74,880
Reporting to: Compliance and Risk Management Director
Organization Overview
Restorative Partners, Inc. (RP) is a nonprofit organization that transforms lives impacted by crime through healing services and relationships. We believe in accompanying and supporting anyone affected by crime on their healing journey, to be an instrument of restoration, of forgiveness, of accountability, and of reconciliation. We believe that violence is never a solution to any problem and that every person is endowed with a sacred dignity, and is capable of changing, healing, and being restored. We believe that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity. We believe that we can overcome violence with education, love, and compassion.
Position Overview
The Compliance and Data Manager will coordinate organizational transparency, accountability, and adherence to all contractual, regulatory, and programmatic compliant programs. This role manages compliance reporting systems, monitors funder obligations, and safeguards data management processes that enhance program effectiveness, internal oversight, and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement. Working collaboratively with the Finance Manager, Program Staff, and Leadership Teams, the Compliance and Data Manager ensures alignment with all grant and program reporting standards, maintains internal controls, and supports a culture of compliance, integrity, and performance excellence.
Roles & Responsibilities
Compliance Management
- Maintain and update the organizational compliance calendar, risk register, and internal audit schedule.
- Develop and implement a data framework that defines processes, procedures, and accountability to ensure continuity and clearly defined compliance standards.
- Ensure full compliance with all reporting, documentation, and record retention requirements across active funding sources, including but not limited to:
- BSCC – ARG Cohort 4: Monthly and quarterly compliance reporting, budget modification documentation, adherence to administrative thresholds, and record retention per BSCC audit standards.
- HHAP 5: Quarterly outcome and progress reporting through the Neighborly portal, ensuring consistent monitoring and documentation of updates.
- CalAIM / CenCal IPP Programs: Monthly service data, quality assurance logs, and outcome-based compliance tracking, including ongoing reporting and review for accuracy.
- GEO Reentry Contract: Maintain facility readiness documentation, insurance verification, staff training records, and operational compliance audit files.
- Track appropriate licenses, certifications, and endorsements to ensure uninterrupted compliance.
- Monitor grant and contract conditions, deliverables, and reporting timelines to verify submissions meet funder specifications and compliance standards.
- Maintain awareness of HIPAA, and state/federal compliance frameworks, integrating updates into policies and practices.
- Collaborate with department leads to confirm the scope, deliverables, and documentation requirements for each funding source.
Data & Reporting
- Monitor the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of organizational data systems, including Apricot by Bonterra, Neighborly, Qualtrics, HMIS, and other funder platforms, ensuring alignment with reporting and compliance requirements.
- Establish and monitor data quality control procedures to ensure consistent reporting standards and data accuracy across departments.
- Develop and maintain performance dashboards summarizing key compliance metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), service outcomes, and program trends.
- Generate and compile monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance and outcome reports.
- Provide cross-departmental data support for grant renewals, evaluation studies, and strategic planning initiatives, integrating financial, programmatic, and compliance data into unified reporting systems.
- Train staff in required data management and recordkeeping protocols to service our clients.
- Support agency growth by developing scalable, sustainable data and compliance infrastructure that strengthens long-term effectiveness and transparency.
Organizational Support
- Collaborate with staff and leadership teams to align grant/contract deliverables, compliance measures, and outcome reporting with strategic and program goals.
- Design and refine outcome tracking and evaluation tools that translate data into actionable insights for performance improvement and decision-making.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of policies, SOPs, and internal control frameworks to ensure consistent grant compliance.
- Support onboarding and ongoing staff education on data security, compliance monitoring, and performance documentation to strengthen organizational knowledge and accountability.
- Assist in preparing narrative and statistical sections for grant applications, renewals, and organizational reports.
- Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and data-informed learning throughout the organization by modeling best practices and continuous improvement principles.
Knowledge, Skills, Talents, & Abilities
Minimum Qualifications
- Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, Public Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in nonprofit compliance management, data governance, or regulatory reporting (social service or criminal justice field preferred)
- Technical Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, and data visualization tools (Power BI or Tableau preferred).
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local grant compliance (BSCC, HHAP, CalAIM, GEO, HUD, etc.).
- Experience with case management or CRM systems (Apricot, Neighborly, HMIS, ETO, or equivalent).
- Knowledge and Abilities
- Strong analytical, documentation, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities across interdisciplinary teams.
- Familiarity with criminal justice system processes and terminology.
- Commitment to restorative justice, trauma-informed practices, and continuous improvement.
- Aptitude for creative problem-solving and innovative thinking.
- Deep understanding of confidentiality, ethics, and data stewardship in a nonprofit environment.
Essential Requirements
- Current driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Successful completion of a comprehensive background check, as verified by law enforcement administration or another designated agency.
- Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and database management systems.
- Participate in ongoing professional development, including training, workshops, webinars, and conferences to enhance skills and knowledge.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds. The physical demands described here are reasonable accommodations that may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pay: $62,400.00 - $74,880.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
