Compliance and Training Specialist

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare—we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we provide comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach—to individuals and families throughout the Denver Metro area. With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind.

About the role

The Compliance & Training Specialist (CTS) coordinates and oversees organizational training and compliance initiatives to ensure adherence to regulatory, accreditation, and company standards. This role manages training programs from planning through execution, maintains accurate training and credentialing records, and serves as a key resource for employees and leaders on compliance and learning requirements. The CTS also serves as the primary liaison for Learning Management System (LMS) support, ensuring employees have access to the tools and resources needed to successfully complete their training requirements. This position collaborates closely with operational leaders, Human Resources, and regulatory stakeholders to foster a culture of accountability, professional development, and regulatory excellence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer organizational training programs to ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and company requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the annual training plan, including required compliance training.
• Develop, administer, and monitor the annual FTCA Risk Management Training Plan, ensuring completion, documentation, reporting, and ongoing compliance with HRSA and FTCA deeming requirements.
• Develop, manage, and monitor engaging training programs and course content through the Learning Management System (LMS), including creating and updating training materials, assigning courses, and tracking completion to ensure employees meet required training deadlines and learning objectives.
• Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding programs to ensure timely completion of required training and documentation.
• Manage CPR certification programs, including class scheduling, certification tracking, and renewal compliance.
• Administer the Learning Management System (LMS), providing user support, training assignments, and reporting.
• Track and monitor employee training progress to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Conduct routine audits of training and compliance records, identifying and addressing gaps as needed.
• Collaborate with external trainers and vendors to deliver effective training sessions as needed.
• Maintain accurate training and compliance documentation to support regulatory reviews, surveys, and audits.
• Develop and distribute compliance and training communications, including newsletters, announcements, reminders, and educational resources.
• Collaborate with department leaders and stakeholders to promote a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous learning.

Requirements

STRIDE Values

• Community: All are welcome at STRIDE—our patients are the center of our work.
• Trust: Our patients feel safe, empowered, and supported.
• Value: We respond to patients’ needs by providing effective, affordable care.
• Compassion: We treat patients with kindness, empathy, and dignity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Education, Public Health, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in compliance, training and development, healthcare, quality assurance, or a related field.
• Experience administering and supporting a Learning Management System (LMS).
• Experience coordinating employee onboarding, training programs, and regulatory compliance initiatives.

Skills

• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and facilitation abilities.
• Proficiency in using Learning Management Systems (LMS), Microsoft Office Suite, and design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe) for creating communications.
• Ability to analyze data, generate reports, and present findings effectively.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulatory requirements, compliance standards, and training administration practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidential information and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, leadership, external partners, and academic institutions.

Miscellaneous Requirements

• Compliance with employee health policies and procedures, including annual influenza (flu) vaccination or provide a medical/religious exemption, as well as undergo tuberculosis screening and testing.
• Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Work Environment

• This position is 75% remote, with some attendance required on an inconsistent basis on-site at STRIDE administrative offices and STRIDE clinics (e.g., to assist with on-site audits and other risk and compliance activities in STRIDE clinics).
• Flexible hours to accommodate training sessions or compliance deadlines.
• Enters data into computer programs via computer, mouse, and keyboard.
• Moves about the office environment and occasionally to other locations.
• The role requires sitting, standing, and occasional lifting.

Mentally, the position requires comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, communicating, instructing, and strong interpersonal skills for effective interaction. Discerns/analyzes information from others to assist in decision making.

Schedule

Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. STRIDE reserves the right to change the work schedule from time to time by notifying the job holder in advance.

This is a hybrid position; applicants must reside in Colorado at the time of hire.

Pay

Competitive salary/hourly range of $65,000 - $75,000, depending on experience. This range reflects STRIDE’s good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. The final salary for the selected candidate will be determined based on several factors, including experience, education, budget, internal equity, specialty, and training.

A 90-day probationary period is implemented for all new employees to evaluate performance and assess cultural alignment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options
• 401(k) with matching
• Work-life balance
• NHSC Loan Repayment
• Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME)
• No nights, weekends, or major holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discounts on top attractions, hotels, and more