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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Compliance Specialist (Program Specialist 3)

Thurston County – Olympia, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$4,882/mo - $6,414/mo

2+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Compliance Specialist to support the Public Disclosure Commission's mission to ensure transparency in political funding in Washington state. The role involves managing investigations, audits, and enforcement activities, providing guidance on compliance with public disclosure laws, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance program effectiveness.

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Responsibilities

Coordinating, managing, receiving and processing complaints and inquiries

Resolving routine investigations

Serving as the primary initial contact with program participants for investigation and enforcement inquiries

Providing technical assistance to respondents and consultation to higher-level compliance staff

Recommending resolutions to complex problems

Serving as a subject matter expert and customer liaison for program policies and procedures related to investigation and enforcement

Drafting proposed case closures, and preparing other communications in line with enforcement processes

Gathering and preparing case evidence for senior staff and program leadership using the full suite of investigatory tools

Maintaining and updating databases to monitor program activities and track metrics

Assisting with requests for reporting modifications

Analyzing internal data for group enforcement

Preparing and distributing enforcement-related documents

Making penalty recommendations and present cases at hearings

Leading the development and implementation of new program initiatives to enhance compliance and enforcement processes

Providing strategic recommendations for policy changes to improve program effectiveness and efficiency

Assisting in strategic planning efforts to define program goals, objectives, and performance measures

Identifying appropriate recipients and planning and conducting targeted outreach to ensure success of investigations and enforcement activities

Qualification

InvestigationsRegulatory analysisComplianceAuditingProgram administrationData analysisMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunicationsAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field

At least two (2) years of experience in investigations, regulatory analysis, compliance, auditing, communications, law, program administration or a related field

Strong ability to communicate effectively in all formats to diverse audiences

Proficient in Microsoft OneDrive and Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams) and familiar with other professional desktop and online collaboration tools, with a focus on creating and modifying documents and managing data

Demonstrated ability to analyze, maintain, and organize data

Preferred

Candidates with relevant experience, certifications, or community involvement in financial management or regulatory compliance are encouraged to apply

We welcome applicants who have gained experience through various paths, including volunteer work, internships, or community service roles

Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.

Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems.

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165 or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.