Compliance Program Manager, Unbound Academy (Remote) - $100,000/year USD

Master of Regulatory Precision: Your Systems Keep Our School RunningIf you're the kind of operator who can't rest until every box is checked, every document is perfect, and every deadline is nailed -- this is your job.You'll be the single point of accountability for keeping Unbound Academy, Arizona's first AI-powered virtual charter school, in good standing with regulators. Not by reacting, but by owning: the systems, the trackers, the escalations, and the relationships that keep the school running today and position us to expand into new states tomorrow.Unbound Academy is revolutionizing education: students master core academics in just two hours a day with AI assistance, then spend afternoons exploring coding, business, arts, and real-world skills. Our innovative model depends entirely on operational precision. You'll coordinate across vendors, state agencies, and school leaders to assemble airtight compliance documentation, prepare flawless board packets, and proactively surface issues before they become problems.This isn't a back-office reporting role. You'll be front-and-center with external partners and leadership—trusted to flag risks, chase down deliverables, and ensure nothing slips. If you've been the one-person engine behind a regulatory operation before, and thrived in that responsibility, this is your next challenge.What You Will Be DoingBuilding and maintaining compliance documentation packages that meet Arizona charter school requirements—complete, audit-ready, and exemplaryPreparing board packets, agendas, and compliance updates—delivered early, accurate, and free of last-minute scramblesTracking vendor deliverables with precision, following up with authority, and escalating effectively when deadlines are missedSynthesizing complex compliance status into clear, actionable updates for charter representatives and school leadershipArchitecting repeatable systems that transform compliance from reactive to proactive, supporting Unbound's strategic expansion into other statesWhat You Won’t Be DoingWaiting for instructions—you will own compliance end-to-end with full autonomyWriting new regulations or policy—this role demands flawless execution of existing requirementsManaging constant emergencies—your systems will prevent last-minute compliance chaosAccepting missed deadlines—when vendors underperform, you escalate decisivelyWorking in obscurity—your contributions are visible, mission-critical, and directly enable Unbound's growth trajectoryCompliance Program Manager Key ResponsibilitiesEnsure Unbound Academy maintains impeccable regulatory compliance—safeguarding its license to operate in Arizona today while building the foundation for successful multi-state expansion tomorrow.Basic RequirementsMinimum 3 years of experience owning compliance, operations, or documentation deliverables tied to regulatory standardsProven track record managing at least 3 external partners or vendors, with demonstrated accountability for deadlines and deliverablesExperience creating formal reports or packets for external stakeholders (board materials, audit documentation, compliance submissions)Exceptional organizational skills with demonstrated success tracking deadlines and task statuses across multiple projects using tools like Asana, Airtable, or ExcelDirect experience working with government, regulatory, or legal entities (departments of education, licensing boards, audit firms)Demonstrated ability to identify compliance risks and implement proactive solutionsProficiency with AI tools (ChatGPT, Gemini) for documentation, research, and content creationBased in the United States, with strong preference for Arizona residencyAvailability during standard U.S. business hours with ability to manage independent scheduleMust be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorshipNice-to-have RequirementsFamiliarity with Arizona charter school regulationsExperience supporting virtual or non-traditional education organizationsProven history of building or improving compliance systems from the ground upAbout Unbound AcademyUnbound Academy is ‍Arizona’s first virtual, tuition-free charter school, designed to make grades 4-8 limitless, personal, and exciting. This isn’t just an alternative to the traditional school system. It’s a revolutionary way for your family to reclaim time, unlock potential, and reimagine what education can be.At Unbound Academy, students can master their core academics in just two hours a day. Our teachers use an AI-powered learning model to adjust to each child’s pace and interests, ensuring progress happens twice as fast as in a typical classroom.By cutting out the fluff and streamlining coursework, we not only make a significant academic impact—we make learning fun, personal, and incredibly effective.There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!Working with usThis is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $50 USD/hour, which equates to $100,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult www.crossover.com/help-and-faqs for more details on this topic.Crossover Job Code: LJ-5654-US-COUNTRY-ComplianceProg