Director of Regulatory Compliance, FM

Use your passion for service to create a positive impact and make a difference.

Sodexo is seeking a Director of Regulatory Compliance - Facilities Management to support operations at Tufts Medical Center, a complex, urban academic medical center. This senior leadership role is responsible for the strategic oversight, development, and execution of all regulatory compliance programs within Facilities Management. The Director will ensure continuous readiness for The Joint Commission, CMS, and other regulatory agencies, with a strong focus on implementing and optimizing the Physical Environment standards framework.

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive Facilities Regulatory Compliance Program aligned with The Joint Commission (PE standards), CMS Conditions of Participation, and applicable NFPA codes (NFPA 99, NFPA 101).
• Serve as the subject matter expert on Joint Commission PE standards, including interpretation, mapping, and implementation.
• Translate regulatory requirements into actionable workflows, policies, and CMMS-integrated processes.
• Establish and maintain a system-wide continuous survey readiness program, ensuring a 24/7 state of compliance.
• Lead mock surveys, tracers, and rounding programs across Environment of Care (EOC), Life Safety, and Utilities.
• Develop and manage risk-based methodologies, including Safer Matrix prioritization, to address and resolve deficiencies.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to drive timely correction of findings and ensure sustained compliance.

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

• Proven leadership experience in facilities regulatory compliance within a healthcare environment, preferably in a large academic medical center.
• Deep knowledge of The Joint Commission standards (especially Physical Environment), CMS Conditions of Participation, and NFPA codes (99 and 101).
• Demonstrated experience leading survey readiness programs, mock surveys, and regulatory inspections.
• Strong understanding of Life Safety programs, including ILSM, SOC management, and deficiency resolution.
• Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, operational processes and systems.
• Experience working with CMMS platforms and integrating compliance workflows.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience – 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience – 5 years