Compliance Specialist - Ames National Laboratory
Iowa State University
Position Title:Compliance Specialist - Ames National Laboratory
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree
Preferred Qualifications:Experience understanding and applying Ames National Laboratory, ISU, and/or DOE policies and procedures
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with minimal guidance
Experience with U.S. Government records management and compliance requirements
Experience implementing efficient business practices with consideration given to value, risk, and effort
Job Description:
Would you like to work for a National Laboratory that conducts world-renowned research? Would you enjoy working on a beautiful university campus? Can you imagine yourself in a mid-sized location that regularly ranks as one of the U.S. Best Places to Live (https://www.ameslab.gov/careers-and-internships/life-ames) ? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should consider a career with Ames National Laboratory!
Ames Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy federally contracted National Laboratory located in Ames, Iowa, on the campus of Iowa State University. We are dedicated to translating foundational science through applied research to create technological innovations. We create materials, inspire minds to solve problems, and address some of the most challenging issues facing our world today. We promote and believe in a culture of civility and shared ownership in support of the Laboratory's collective success.
This position serves as the Compliance Specialist for the DOE Ames National Laboratory Performance Management directorate and is responsible for identifying, monitoring, and protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) residing within the Laboratory in accordance with DOE O 471.7. The Compliance Specialist also serves as the Laboratory’s Technical Standards and Requirements Management representative for the Contractor Assurance System (CAS) and is responsible for participating as the Laboratory’s point of contact in DOE working groups to ensure proper impact analyses are performed in response to new and changing requirements.
A successful candidate for the Compliance Specialist position will have excellent written and oral communication skills; the ability to understand, interpret, and explain complex requirements; and the ability to effectively interact with all levels and categories of employees within the organization.
This position description documents the general nature and level of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbents. Consequently, job incumbents may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:PS807
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) List of Professional ReferencIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.
Original Posting Date: February 14, 2025
Posting Close Date:March 2, 2025
Job Requisition Number:R16456
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
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