Privacy Compliance Manager

Updated: 11 days ago
Location: Waco, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime

Job Description

What We’re Looking For

Baylor University is seeking a Privacy Compliance Manager who will support the mission of the university by providing University Compliance support in privacy efforts.  The Privacy Compliance Manager (PCM) is responsible for implementation of a privacy program, and day-to-day management and enforcement of policies, procedures, and initiatives related to privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to the university’s Privacy Policy and Policy on Protected Health Information Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA policy). 

Minimum qualifications: 

  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business management, information technology, statistics, J.D., or related field involving analytical, data analysis, or project management skills is required.
  • 5 or more years of increasing responsibility in administrative work experience with privacy and data confidentiality compliance, or equivalent with preference given to experience in a HIPAA environment or data privacy management. 
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills and experience with preparing and performing informational presentations, including the ability to respond to questions in both small and large group settings.
  • Ability to collaborate with multiple entities to plan and accomplish objectives, and lead or coordinate ongoing multiple, large, and complex projects from conception to completion.
  • An active Christian Faith is required. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge and application of privacy and data confidentiality regulations pertinent to higher education including, but not limited to: FERPA, HIPAA, GDPR, state medical records privacy laws, and other privacy and data confidentiality related laws and standards.
  • Certification from an accredited certification program for privacy professionals.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

The Privacy Compliance Manager’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Ensuring institutional compliance with applicable data privacy laws, regulations and industry best practices through periodic program review and assessment.
  • Serving as the Privacy and Data Protection Compliance Partner for the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Compliance Leadership Group. 
  • Presenting an ERM Privacy and Data Protection presentation to the applicable Board of Regents committee, as needed.
  • Developing, administering, and retaining records related to education/training for employees who routinely handle sensitive data.
  • At least annually, conducting privacy risk assessments to identify areas where electronic protected health information resides and to ensure appropriate human, physical and/or technical access controls are in place.
  • Participating in the university data governance committee that includes data owners and stewards for all major campus data categories.
  • Reviewing contracts when institutional data or privacy policies are impacted.
  • Providing community awareness information on privacy policies, programs, and pitfalls.
  • Overseeing the identity theft/red flags program.
  • Participating in the university’s Payment Card Oversight Committee.
  • Participating, as needed, in responses to any data breaches with ITS, Risk Management, and General Counsel.
  • Collaborating with other departments, such as ITS, Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Audit, and General Counsel, to review and adjudicate incidents of privacy policy violations - understanding that this privacy role does not involve the practice of law, which is a function performed by Baylor’s Office of General Counsel.
  • Performing all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission.
  • Complying with University policies.
  • Maintaining regular and punctual attendance in the University Compliance Services offices in Waco, TX.

Compensation & Benefits 
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages .  


Explore & Engage 
Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Illuminate . Also, explore our great hometown of Waco  and the many opportunities to engage locally .  



About Us
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others.  Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Job Info
  • Job Identification 16276
  • Job Category Staff
  • Posting Date 03/26/2024, 11:17 AM
  • Degree Level Bachelor
  • Job Schedule Full time
  • Locations 1428 S 5th Street, Waco, TX, 76706, US


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