Junior Compliance Officer

Ruchman and Associates, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

RAI is seeking a Junior Compliance Officer to support a nationwide DHS/ICE/HSI/WSEU investigative contract. You will assist in I-9 audit support, employment eligibility review, and report preparation for enforcement actions.

The role involves data input, database research, and coordination with investigators to uphold compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least an Associate degree with strong communication and analytical skills and be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred but Associates minimum.
• Education in Business, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems or similar.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with employment eligibility verification processes (I-9) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Input and evaluate data.
• Use DHS databases to run queries, prepare spreadsheets, and conduct research.
• Assist Auditors and Investigators with evaluation of I-9s.
• Draft audit reports and associated paperwork for DHS investigations.
• Coordinate with Criminal Investigators and Auditors.
• Ensure compliance with government processes and IT facilities procedures.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Education

Associates degree (minimum)

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Junior Compliance Officer (JCO) will support a nationwide investigative services contract in support of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)/Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)/Worksite Enforcement Unit (WSEU). The JCO shall support the specialized investigative mission of DHS/ICE/HSI and participate as part of a team in the investigative mission of national/international investigative programs, initiatives and liaison activities. The JCO will provide I-9 audit support services and worksite enforcement compliance activities. The JCO assists in reviewing employment eligibility documentation, conducting database research, and preparing audit-ready case files and reports that support administrative enforcement actions and related determinations.

The Junior Compliance Officer (JCO) will support a nationwide investigative services contract in support of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)/Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)/Worksite Enforcement Unit (WSEU). The JCO shall support the specialized investigative mission of DHS/ICE/HSI and participate as part of a team in the investigative mission of national/international investigative programs, initiatives and liaison activities. The JCO will provide I-9 audit support services and worksite enforcement compliance activities. The JCO assists in reviewing employment eligibility documentation, conducting database research, and preparing audit-ready case files and reports that support administrative enforcement actions and related determinations.

At a minimum, the Junior Compliance Officer shall perform the following tasks:

• Responsible for inputting and evaluating data.
• Utilize DHS databases to run queries, prepare spreadsheets, and conduct research.
• Assist Auditors and Criminal Investigators with evaluation of Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9.
• Assist with drafting audit reports and associated administrative fine paperwork to support the issuance of Notices of Intent to Fine, Final Orders, Warning Notices and other related documentation for HSI audits related to the employment eligibility verification process.
• Coordinate these functions and procedures with Criminal Investigators and Auditors.
• Perform all administrative functions necessary to ensure compliance with basic property, timeand attendance, facility, and information technology processes in government location

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) is preferred but the minimum educational requirement is an Associates Level degree.
• Education is preferred to be in Business, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems or a similar field.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft office applications
• Preferred: Prior experience in auditing, investigations support, or law enforcement administrative support. Familiarity with employment eligibility verification processes.

RAI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and will not discriminate against any application for employment on the basis of age, race, color, gender, national origin, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military status, disability, or sex including pregnancy and childbirth or related medical condition or on any other basis prohibited by law. RAI participates in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all persons hired. This means that we will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. RAI will not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants.