Ethics Program Director

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. 

• Estimated annual base pay:  $160,000 (minimum) - $200,000 (midpoint) - $240,000 (maximum)
• Long-term incentive compensation in the form of equity

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity. 
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members  
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays. 
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. 
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance  
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits. 
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life 
• Member referral bonus 

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible             Spending 
• Voluntary benefits, including:  

• Home / Auto Insurance discounts 
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 

 Are you ready to make your mark? If you’re an Ethics Program Professional, we have an exciting opportunity for you.  Woodward, Inc. is seeking an experienced Ethics Program Director to lead the development, management, and administration of the corporate-wide ethics program. This role will work closely with senior leaders, compliance teams, and employees across the organization to ensure alignment with ethical standards, promote a culture of integrity, and support initiatives that reflect our core values of accountability, respect, and professionalism. The Ethics Program Director will play a critical role in establishing policies, conducting training, and driving awareness of ethical practices throughout the organization.

What You Will Be Doing 

• Program Development and Administration: Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive ethics program, including policies, processes, and reporting mechanisms that promote ethical behavior and compliance.
• Training and Education: Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on the organization’s Code of Conduct, ethical standards, and reporting mechanisms.
• Compliance Monitoring: Oversee ethics-related compliance efforts, including monitoring adherence to the Code of Conduct and relevant regulations.
• Investigation Management: Manage investigations into reported ethical concerns or violations, ensuring confidentiality, thoroughness, and timely resolution.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identify potential ethical risks and develop proactive strategies to mitigate issues before they arise.
• Policy & Process Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and update policies that align with evolving regulatory and ethical standards. Implement implementation processes for compliance requirements, including third party due diligence, conflicts of interest reporting and analysis, and other associated processes.
• Reporting and Analytics: Prepare regular reports on the effectiveness of the ethics program, including metrics on training, investigations, and compliance activities.
• Leadership and Advocacy: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and employees, advocating for ethical practices and fostering a culture of integrity across all levels of the organization.

What We Are Looking For 

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Ethics, Legal, Compliance, or a related field; Juris Doctorate strongly preferred.
• Professional Experience: 10+ years of experience managing corporate ethics programs or similar roles, preferably in a corporate or manufacturing environment.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of ethics principles, regulatory requirements, and corporate governance standards.
• Investigation Skills: Experience conducting or managing investigations into ethics-related concerns or violations.
• Communication Expertise: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to address sensitive topics effectively and professionally.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical ability to assess ethical risks, identify trends, and recommend actionable solutions.
• Certifications: Certification in ethics or compliance programs (e.g., CCEP, LPEC) is a plus.

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

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