Job Description
Join our mission-critical team in Phoenix as a Federal Compliance Specialist at the U.S. Department of the Interior. This high-impact role ensures regulatory adherence for public lands and natural resources management across the Southwest. You'll collaborate with cross-agency partners to implement federal policies while driving innovation in sustainability initiatives. Enjoy competitive benefits, robust professional development, and the opportunity to serve your community through impactful public service.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and interpret federal regulations (CFR, FAR) for land management operations
- Conduct compliance audits for environmental impact assessments
- Develop mitigation strategies for regulatory violations
- Coordinate with DOI agencies and tribal governments on compliance frameworks
- Prepare detailed compliance reports for congressional oversight
- Train staff on regulatory updates and best practices
- Manage compliance documentation systems per federal record-keeping standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Public Administration, or related field
- Minimum 3 years federal compliance experience
- Active Federal government security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Proficiency in federal regulatory databases (e.g., GPO Access, ECFS)
- Knowledge of NEPA, ESA, and FLPMA regulations
- Strong analytical writing skills for technical reports
- Experience with GIS mapping for compliance documentation
- Ability to travel 15-20% for field assessments