Director of Regulatory Affairs & Compliance

Job Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance Management:

• Manage compliance projects and track the status of all regulatory and grant compliance filings to ensure timely completion and submission.
• Implement and maintain a comprehensive, scalable method of tracking compliance responsibilities and maintaining regulatory records across departments.
• Oversee the review of all aspects of our current reporting process to ensure accuracy and streamline procedures where possible.
• Manage responses to regulatory inquiries, enforcement actions, and audits in a timely manner.

Policy Development and Implementation:

• Develop, implement, and update compliance policies and procedures to ensure adherence to all relevant regulatory and grant requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement compliance measures and monitor their effectiveness.
• Monitor changes in regulatory and grant related compliance requirements, updating internal policies as needed.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess regulatory risks associated with proposed organizational initiatives.
• Research requirements and potential penalties associated with grant opportunities.
• Provide compliance support across departments, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders as needed.

Other:

• Coordinate the development of compliance related training programs as needed.
• Foster a culture of compliance through communication and awareness campaigns.
• Other special projects as necessary.

Experience and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree in Law, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years’ professional experience in the telecommunications regulatory field with expertise in handling matters before federal and state regulatory agencies, including state public service commissions.
• Developed expertise in telecommunications regulations and familiarity with various filing requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in leadership roles, managing compliance teams, and coordinating activities across departments.
• Ability to delegate tasks appropriately and effectively project manage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage and prioritize simultaneous assignments in a fast-paced, dynamic, high volume, and ambitious environment.
• Proficient with office and compliance management software.
• Occasional overnight travel as necessary.
• Valid driver’s license.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings (Drug and Background).