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How much do director risk compliance jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for director risk compliance in Detroit, MI is $137,752.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,500.00 and $172,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Risk Compliance vs Risk Analyst?

AspectDirector Risk ComplianceRisk Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, often advanced certifications like CRCM or CRMBachelor's degree, certifications like FRM or CRM beneficial
Work EnvironmentLeadership role overseeing compliance programs, strategic planningAnalyzing data, assessing risks, supporting compliance efforts
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial institutions, corporations, regulated industriesFinancial services, insurance, consulting firms

The main difference is that the Director Risk Compliance leads and manages compliance strategies, while the Risk Analyst supports risk assessments through data analysis. The director holds a higher leadership role with broader responsibilities, whereas the analyst focuses on detailed risk evaluation tasks.

Director of Quality, Risk & Compliance

Merraine Group

Pontiac, MI • On-site

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Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Pontiac General Hospital is seeking a hands-on, strategic Director of Quality, Risk & Compliance to lead quality, patient safety, and regulatory functions within a growing behavioral health hospital.

This is a highly visible leadership role at a pivotal time of expansion. With plans to significantly increase census and scale operations, the Director will have the opportunity to build and strengthen systems, implement best practices, and drive a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the organization.


Reporting to executive leadership and partnering closely with the Chief Nursing Officer, this individual will play a key role in shaping quality outcomes and operational excellence.


Why This Role

  • High-impact leadership role with direct access to executive leadership and the Board
  • Growth environment with rapid expansion in patients and staff
  • Collaborative, non-punitive culture focused on safety and improvement
  • Entrepreneurial setting with the ability to build and influence systems
  • Opportunity to help the hospital evolve into a Center of Excellence


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of Quality, Risk Management, and Compliance
  • Oversee and evolve the QAPI program, including KPI tracking and performance improvement initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with CMS and Joint Commission standards, lead survey readiness and audits
  • Direct incident reporting, investigations, and root cause analyses (RCAs)
  • Identify trends, mitigate risk, and implement corrective actions in real time
  • Drive data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform decision-making
  • Partner cross-functionally with clinical and operational teams to improve processes
  • Provide education and training on quality, safety, and regulatory requirements


Ideal Candidate

  • 3–5+ years of experience in Quality, Risk, Compliance, or Performance Improvement in a hospital setting
  • Strong understanding of behavioral health operations (required; must have BH exposure)
  • Experience with QAPI, regulatory compliance, audits, and data analysis
  • Familiarity with CMS and Joint Commission standards
  • Proven ability to lead investigations and drive process improvement


Preferred:

  • Clinical background (RN or similar)
  • Advanced degree
  • Experience with restraint/seclusion practices
  • Knowledge of Michigan Mental Health Code and CON


Culture & Fit

  • Self-starter who operates with urgency and accountability
  • Collaborative and solutions-oriented (non-punitive approach to quality)
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, growth environment
  • Strong communicator with a business-minded perspective


Organizational Snapshot

  • Independent, for-profit behavioral health hospital
  • Licensed for 124 beds (Adult, Geriatric, IDD)
  • Current census ~20; scaling to 80–100 patients
  • Team growing from ~60 to 170–200 FTEs
  • Supported by engaged and accessible leadership