Job Description
Join a mission-driven team at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Chicago! We're urgently seeking dedicated Federal Compliance Specialists to ensure regulatory adherence across critical infrastructure projects. This full-time position offers unparalleled job security, comprehensive benefits, and direct impact on national security initiatives. Immediate start available for qualified candidates.
Why join us? Federal careers provide:
- Competitive salaries with biannual cost-of-living adjustments
- Generous retirement plans (FERS)
- Student loan forgiveness eligibility
- Work-life balance with flexible schedules
- Professional development stipends
Responsibilities
- Analyze federal regulations (CFR, DHS directives) for compliance in infrastructure projects
- Conduct on-site audits and prepare detailed compliance reports
- Develop mitigation strategies for regulatory violations
- Coordinate with state/local agencies on joint compliance initiatives
- Train department staff on federal policy updates
- Manage compliance documentation and reporting systems
- Respond to congressional inquiries and regulatory audits
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Law, or related field
- 3+ years federal compliance/regulatory experience
- Active Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain immediately)
- Proficiency in regulatory databases (e.g., GPO Access, Federal Register)
- Certified Federal Investigator (CFI) preferred
- Experience with DHS or FEMA programs
- Strong analytical writing skills for policy documentation
- U.S. citizenship required