Ethics Review Specialist

The Behavior Analyst Certification Board®, Inc. (BACB®) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation established in 1998 to provide professional credentialing services for practitioners of behavior analysis services. We are located in Littleton, CO with beautiful views of the adjacent Rocky mountains. Take a moment to peruse our employment page to learn about what we do and watch a brief video that describes our Welcoming Workplace ! At the BACB we strive to provide an inclusive and rewarding culture. We provide a work environment that focuses on positive reinforcement with a continual feedback loop to help staff achieve success. A healthy work-life balance is critical and the BACB provides exceptional benefits that promote self-care and wellness. All full-time staff enjoy: Medical, vision, and dental monthly insurance premiums paid 100% by the BACB for the employee and all eligible dependents. Employees don't pay any benefit premiums! Short-and-long term disability benefits for the employee paid 100% by the BACB. The BACB provides every full-time employee a $50,000 life insurance and AD&D policy at no cost to the employee. Annual $500 FSA contribution by the BACB. Employer funded 401(k) contributions up to a 4% employer match and discretionary contributions for eligible staff. 18 days of Paid Time Off accrued in the first year of employment. 12 paid holidays. Tuition reimbursement available. Student loan paydown plan available. Reimbursement for relevant professional development events. Free solar-powered electric car charging on-site. Onsite fitness facility at no cost. Work from home Wednesdays. Compensation: The BACB uses compensation data for the metro Denver labor market to ensure our positions provide a competitive wage based on the education and experience requirements. The annual salary for this position is $90,000 The successful candidate meets the required education and experience but also enjoys: Working in the office Participating in collaborative discussions with team members Learning and professional development Position Summary: The Ethics Review Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity and credibility of the BACB's certification process. Using their behavior-analytic expertise, the Ethics Review Specialist will thoroughly review and assess Notices of Alleged Violation ("Notices") related to professional conduct, competence, and ethics in applied behavior analysis. They will play a key role in enhancing our systems and procedures to streamline case processing and promote efficiency within the Ethics Department. The Ethics Review Specialist will use the knowledge that they gain from this role to help anticipate and address emerging issues and implement strategies to mitigate liability risks and facilitate scalable solutions. While not directly supervising staff, the Ethics Review Specialist will have the chance to provide mentorship and valuable feedback to other staff as part of their responsibilities. To be considered, all applicants must complete ALL fields on the application, screening questions where required, attach a cover letter, and resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered. This position will remain open until filled. RequirementsEvaluate and analyze cases pertaining to professional conduct, competence, and ethical standards with meticulous attention to detail. Utilize established internal resources to render fair and consistent decisions regarding certification eligibility and disciplinary actions. Effectively convey decisions with clarity and professionalism to stakeholders, including certificants, applicants, and relevant parties involved in each case. Collaborate with internal teams, including legal counsel and subject matter experts, to ensure comprehensive case review and resolution. Offer management constructive feedback and innovative suggestions for procedural enhancements aimed at optimizing the efficiency and efficacy of the review process. Anticipate and address emerging issues, implementing strategies to mitigate liability risks and facilitate scalable solutions. Other duties as assigned. Competencies: Ability to analyze complex ethics cases thoroughly, identify key issues, and draw insightful conclusions. Thoroughness and accuracy in reviewing case information and documentation to ensure integrity and credibility. Demonstrated ability to make fair and consistent decisions regarding professional conduct and competence in behavior analysis. Capacity to evaluate information, assess different perspectives, and make sound judgments. Skill in identifying issues, exploring alternatives, and implementing solutions to enhance case processing and departmental efficiency. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and navigate complex situations effectively. Ability to identify opportunities for streamlining procedures and improving systems to enhance efficiency within the department. Experience and Education: BCBA certification required. Minimum of 3 years of experience providing behavior-analytic services as a BCBA. Proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite with advanced capabilities in excel. Employment Authorization: Candidates must have the ability to work unrestricted in the U.S. The BACB does not offer visa sponsorship of any kind. Successful completion of a background check is required after the offer of employment. The BACB uses the E-Verify system during the hiring process to confirm employment eligibility to work in the United States. Supervisor Role: No Work Environment : This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and video conferencing. Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to listen and speak. This is largely a sedentary role; however, the ability to lift and carry a laptop, lift files, open filing cabinets, frequently type, bend and reach as necessary is essential to the position. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work : This is a regular full-time IN OFFICE position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, typically 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional evening, holidays, and weekend work may be required based on operations. Campus Wellness : The BACB is a tobacco and vape free campus. Consumption of tobacco products or vaping of any kind is prohibited. Travel : Minimal travel is expected for this position. Other Duties : Please note this job advertisement contains the essential functions of the job and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. BACB provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Created: 2026-03-04