Federal Compliance Analyst, Principal

Octa, LLC; Orange, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

OCTA in Orange County seeks a Federal Compliance Analyst, Principal to support the development and implementation of the federal compliance program, ensuring adherence to applicable federal laws and best practices. The role emphasizes oversight of grants, subrecipient monitoring, and agency-wide guidance related to federal transit funding requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring five years of related experience, deep knowledge of FTA requirements, and strong analytical and communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum five (5) years of related experience in compliance, grants administration, auditing, regulatory affairs, public administration, or a related field.
• Knowledge of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements and federal grant compliance regulations.
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply complex federal regulations and guidance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, including report writing and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and continuous improvement of OCTA’s federal compliance program.
• Monitor, research, and analyze federal laws, regulations, and guidance affecting agency programs and funding.
• Conduct compliance reviews, risk assessments, and subrecipient monitoring activities.
• Interpret complex federal grant requirements and assess their impact on agency operations, policies, and procedures.
• Develop and maintain compliance guides, corrective action plans, risk assessment tools, and tracking systems.
• Assist with implementation of new federal requirements and regulatory changes across the agency.
• Investigate potential compliance issues and collaborate with departments to implement corrective actions.
• Prepare reports, presentations, policies, procedures, and correspondence related to compliance activities.
• Analyze proposed federal regulations and provide recommendations regarding agency impacts.
• Deliver compliance training and educational resources to internal staff and external stakeholders.

Skills

Federal grant compliance

Regulatory analysis

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Project management

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

**Federal Compliance Analyst, Principal**Under general direction, supports the development and implementation of OCTA’s federal compliance program to ensure adherence to applicable federal laws, regulations, and best practice standards. This position plays a key role in compliance oversight, regulatory analysis, subrecipient monitoring, and agency-wide guidance related to federal transit funding requirements and compliance obligations.This is an exempt position in salary grade 215: Min – $111,654.40 | Mid – $132,641.60 | Max – $153,628.80 /year. The starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications.**This posting will remain open until a candidate is selected.****What You’ll Do*** Support the administration and continuous improvement of OCTA’s federal compliance program* Monitor, research, and analyze federal laws, regulations, and guidance affecting agency programs and funding* Conduct compliance reviews, risk assessments, and subrecipient monitoring activities* Interpret complex federal grant requirements and assess their impact on agency operations, policies, and procedures* Develop and maintain compliance guides, corrective action plans, risk assessment tools, and tracking systems* Assist with implementation of new federal requirements and regulatory changes across the agency* Investigate potential compliance issues and collaborate with departments to implement corrective actions* Prepare reports, presentations, policies, procedures, and correspondence related to compliance activities* Analyze proposed federal regulations and provide recommendations regarding agency impacts* Deliver compliance training and educational resources to internal staff and external stakeholders**What We’re Looking For*** Strong knowledge of federal grant compliance, regulatory requirements, and oversight practices* Ability to research, interpret, and apply complex federal regulations and guidance* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, including report writing and presentations* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining attention to detail* Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders* Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in complex compliance matters**Minimum Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, Political Science, Law, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience* Minimum **five (5) years of related experience** in compliance, grants administration, auditing, regulatory affairs, public administration, or a related field* Knowledge of **Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements** and federal grant compliance regulations required**Why You’ll Love It Here*** Play a vital role in ensuring compliance and accountability for federally funded transportation programs* Help shape policies and practices that support OCTA’s long-term success and regulatory excellence* Work on complex and meaningful projects with agency-wide impact* Collaborate with professionals across multiple disciplines and departments* Build expertise in federal transit regulations, compliance oversight, and public sector administration**Join a team where innovation, integrity, and strategic thinking are valued.** **Apply now to help shape the future of OCTA’s programs.**