Sierra Smith

Within this role, I support the Office of Regulatory Affairs by leading, managing, and organizing information to demonstrate on-going state and federal regulatory compliance and legal requirements for the multi-state College.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accreditor and state and federal regulatory agency rules and regulations. Ensure the College is aware of and incorporates changes in law or interpretations.
Prepare, review, and edit materials required for state submissions and site visits.
Organize and interpret regulatory report data and identify strategies for improvement in maintaining compliance requirements.
Serves as team lead for the process of coordinating and organizing information in support of on-going state and federal regulatory compliance, which includes preparation of annual state reports. Reviews state reports completed by other team members for accuracy and consistency in reporting.
Ensures timely submission of all regulatory filings and updates internal records, including any tracking documents.
Support efforts to maintain compliance with all state regulations within states of operation; support activities required for expansion.
Support training programs to improve compliance with policies and regulations.
Monitor local, regional, and national publications for news and events that may impact the College.
Prepare responses for signature, summarize lengthy correspondence and follow up to ensure proper and timely action is taken.
Operates independently, assisting faculty and staff in the absence of department leadership.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Accreditation, Compliance, and Regulatory Affairs and the Associate Director of Regulatory Affairs and Compliance.