Operations Compliance Specialist I
📍 Location: Vandalia, OH 45377
🕘 Shift: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📄 Employment Type: 1‑year contract (with potential extension or permanent hire based on performance and experience)
About the Role
Are you ready to maximize your analytical and critical‑thinking skills in a regulated environment? We are seeking an Operations Compliance Specialist I to support internal auditing and compliance assessment activities. This entry‑level opportunity allows you to gain hands‑on experience with audit processes, data reviews, and compliance documentation while ensuring adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR), and internal procedures.
This role is ideal for candidates looking to begin or grow their career in operations compliance and internal auditing.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in conducting internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of controls, accuracy of records, and operational efficiency
- Review and analyze data to identify deficiencies or non‑compliance with FAR/DFAR and internal procedures
- Document audit findings and prepare detailed reports for management review
- Support the implementation and tracking of corrective actions for identified compliance issues
- Maintain and update audit procedures, work papers, and documentation
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather required information and support audit activities
Qualifications You Must Have
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent relevant experience
- In lieu of a degree, 4+ years of related compliance, audit, or regulatory experience
- Basic understanding of FAR/DFAR
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
- Exposure to audit procedures, compliance analysis, or data review
Preferred Qualifications
- Internship or early career experience in a compliance, audit, or risk role
- Background in Aerospace & Defense, U.S. Department of Defense, or U.S. Military
- Familiarity with compliance tools, databases, or audit software
Required Skills
- FAR / DFAR
- Analytical skills
- Audit procedures
- Compliance analysis
- Data review
Additional Skills
- Report preparation and documentation
- Time management and task prioritization
- Proficiency with compliance software and databases
- Research and regulatory interpretation
- Decision‑making based on compliance findings
- Ability to stay current with industry trends and regulatory changes
Essential Functions
- Ability to work on a computer for the majority of the shift
- Hand and finger dexterity for data entry and document handling
- Ability to read and analyze detailed compliance documents and reports
- Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment
- Occasional travel as required for audits or meetings
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
- 0–2 years of relevant experience (or equivalent practical experience)
Why Join Us
- Entry‑level opportunity with strong learning and growth potential
- Exposure to federal regulations and internal audit processes
- Possibility of contract extension or permanent placement
