Reg Compliance Specialist II

MaineGuide; Saco (ME); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k plan

PTO + family leave

Job summary

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) seeks a Reg Compliance Specialist II to provide guidance on regulatory matters and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies. This role coordinates internal control assessments to ensure compliance and sponsors testimony to governmental agencies.

The ideal candidate has knowledge of ITAR/EAR/AECA, plus 2-4 years' experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience or equivalent combination.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of ITAR, EAR and AECA

Responsibilities

• Reviews policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
• Tracks and interprets laws or regulations impacting the business and offers suggestions to functional managers seeking to ensure compliance.
• Conducts periodic tests and audits of organizational operations.
• Conducts initial reviews of alleged compliance violations and escalates to executive leadership as needed.
• Coordinate local training requirements to ensure site personnel are aware of obligations under government authorizations and regulations governing activities.
• Review and approve foreign national site visits and international business travel requests
• Assist in HTS/HS classification and country-of-origin research under guidance
• Assist in preparing internal audit reports, compliance training and metrics
• Conduct restricted and denied party screening

Skills

Microsoft Office

ITAR knowledge

Export controls

AECA knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

None

Job description

Reg Compliance Specialist II

Job Locations

US-ME-Saco

Position Type

Full Time

Position Classification

On-Site

Job Function

Legal

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary

Provides guidance related to regulatory matters | Maintains relationships with regulatory bodies and agencies and has significant expertise in industry regulatory matters | Coordinates and conducts the assessment of internal controls to ensure compliance as required by regulatory commissions/authorities | Prepares and sponsors testimony to governmental or regulatory agencies

Impact of the Role

General Profile

Requires working knowledge and experience in own job discipline and broadens capabilities. Continues to build knowledge of the company, processes and customers. Performs a range of assignments related to job discipline. Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations. Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction. Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Reviews policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
• Tracks and interprets laws or regulations impacting the business and offers suggestions to functional managers seeking to ensure compliance.
• Conducts periodic tests and audits of organizational operations.
• Conducts initial reviews of alleged compliance violations and escalates to executive leadership as needed.
• May also:
• oCoordinate local training requirements to ensure that site personnel are aware of their obligations under approved government authorizations and regulations governing their activities.
• oReview and approve foreign national site visits and international business travel requests

Additional Responsibilities

• Support HTS/HS classification and country-of-origin research under a specialist's guidance
• Assist in preparing internal audit reports, compliance training and compliance metrics
• Conduct restricted and denied party screening

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Other: Knowledge of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Arms Export Control Act (AECA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to work as part of a team. Decision-making skills. Problem management. Oral and written communication skills. Problem/situation analysis. Analytical thinking skills.
• Working knowledge of HTS classification, Incoterms, and import/export documentation
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy

Travel will be 1 or 2 a month.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements

Less than 25% travel likely.

Pay Range (USD)

$70,000 to $95,000

Pay Transparency Statement

The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process.

Additional Compensation

Hired applicant may be eligible to participate in the Company's Gain Sharing Program.

Benefits

Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance, Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Employees will receive paid holidays and 120 hours of PTO annually and up to 3 weeks paid family leave.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.