Compliance Assistant at Elaine Sterling Institute – Atlanta/Dunwoody, Georgia

About Elaine Sterling Institute

Elaine Sterling Institute is a nationally recognized leader in esthetics, massage therapy, and other education programs. Located in the heart of Atlanta. Known for excellence, innovation, and student success, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards in beauty and wellness education while staying fully compliant with all Georgia regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Why Join Us?
At Elaine Sterling Institute, you’ll be part of a passionate, professional team that values growth, integrity, and excellence. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a structured environment and wants to play a key role in keeping an institution running at the highest level of compliance.

About the role

We are seeking a detail-driven and highly organized Compliance Assistant to support our regulatory, accreditation, and reporting processes. This role is critical to ensuring ongoing compliance with Georgia state boards, GNPEC, and COE standards.

What you'll do

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining compliance with all regulatory agencies, including:
• • Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers
  • Georgia Board of Massage Therapy
  • Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (GNPEC)
  • Council on Occupational Education (COE)
• Support compliance with applicable federal regulations and reporting requirements
• Prepare, organize, and maintain accurate student and institutional records for audits, inspections, and site visits
• Monitor student attendance, academic progress, and documentation to ensure compliance accuracy
• Assist in preparing and submitting required reports (GNPEC, COE, and other regulatory bodies)
• Conduct internal audits of student files and institutional documentation
• Ensure policies and procedures remain current and aligned with regulatory and accreditation standards
• Assist with scheduling and preparation for audits, inspections, and site visits
• Communicate compliance requirements, updates, and expectations to staff
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student and institutional records

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred (Business, Education, or related field)
• 1–2 years of administrative or compliance experience (postsecondary education or beauty school experience preferred)
• Working knowledge of:
• • Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers
  • Georgia Board of Massage Therapy
  • GNPEC requirements and reporting
  • COE accreditation standards
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High level of discretion when handling sensitive information
• Effective time management and prioritization skills

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Health, dental, vision and other benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee discounts on products and free spa services
• Professional development and growth opportunities