Operations Compliance Manager

Responsive recruiter Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)

Remote: Field Based role residing within the New York Metro Area
Salary: $90,000–$95,000 per year
Location: New York based role, within 30 miles of a major airport
Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, Paid time off and more
Employment Type: Full-Time | Field Based

  Job Overview:
The Learning Experience is seeking an experienced Operational Compliance Manager to support childcare centers nationwide while being based in the New York Metro Area. This field-based role is responsible for maintaining brand standards, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving consistent operational quality across all locations.

The ideal candidate brings childcare field operations experience, a strong understanding of licensing frameworks, and a passion for quality assurance. This role involves some travel and plays a critical part in protecting children’s safety, strengthening center performance, and reinforcing operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead operational compliance efforts to ensure centers meet regulatory guidelines, licensing standards, and company policies
• Conduct regular audits and onsite inspections to assess brand standards, quality delivery, and operational consistency
• Partner with training teams to develop and deliver compliance-focused education and coaching for center staff
• Identify compliance risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies
• Respond to compliance-related incidents promptly and effectively
• Maintain accurate documentation, inspection records, and compliance reports
• Prepare clear reporting for leadership on trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Build strong working relationships with center directors, regional leaders, and cross-functional teams
• Support continuous improvement by recommending enhancements to policies, processes, and systems
• Stay current on regulatory changes and childcare industry best practices

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, Compliance Management, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years experience in operational compliance, childcare operations, or regulated environments
• Strong knowledge of state childcare licensing standards and regulatory requirements
• Experience with audits, inspections, quality assurance, or brand compliance preferred
• Solid understanding of safety regulations, health codes, and operational standards for childcare centers
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and documentation skills
• Strong communication and coaching abilities with comfort training onsite teams
• Proficiency with reporting and documentation software tools
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel around the NY Metro Area 

Location Requirements:This is a remote, field-based role requiring residence within the New York Metro Area to support frequent onsite center visits.

Why Join The Learning Experience:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• High-impact role supporting quality and compliance across a growing national organization
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Work alongside passionate leaders dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children
  
  

Compensation: $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

The Learning Experience

At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.

 

Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.

 

At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world thr