Compliance Manager
Avid Core
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Washington • District of Columbia • Washington • United States
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Salary
💰 $125,000 - $140,000 per year
About the role
- Lead and oversee FOIA compliance programs in support of federal clients
- Provide strategic guidance on FOIA exemption application, redaction standards, and defensible release determinations
- Review and approve complex FOIA responses and sensitive document releases
- Establish and maintain internal compliance controls, SOPs, and quality assurance processes
- Oversee tracking systems, metrics, and reporting related to FOIA processing and compliance performance
- Provide acquisition support for a federal client including developing scopes of work, cost estimates, and reviewing proposals
- Ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations (FAR), contract terms and conditions, and agency-specific requirements
- Support federal contract acquisition efforts by advising on compliance requirements, proposal language, staffing plans, and risk mitigation strategies
- Partner with business development and capture teams to ensure compliance considerations are integrated into proposals
- Build strategic partnerships with potential clients and partner organizations
- Lead internal audits and compliance reviews to assess risk and identify process improvements
- Provide training and mentorship to junior compliance specialists, communications staff, and project teams
- Develop and deliver internal training on FOIA regulations, federal contracting compliance, records management, and data handling
- Coordinate with legal counsel, contracting officers, and client stakeholders on regulatory interpretations and compliance challenges
- Support responses to audits, data calls, and agency inquiries related to compliance matters
- Advise leadership on emerging regulatory risks and policy changes affecting federal contracts
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 7–10 years of experience in FOIA compliance, federal regulatory compliance, government contracting, or related legal/regulatory roles
- Demonstrated experience managing or overseeing FOIA programs within a federal agency or government contracting environment
- Strong working knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), common exemptions, and federal records management requirements
- Solid understanding of federal contracting frameworks, including FAR compliance and contract administration principles
- Experience supporting proposal development and federal contract acquisition efforts preferred
- Proven leadership experience managing teams, mentoring staff, and conducting training
- Strong analytical and risk assessment skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft policy guidance and executive-level summaries
- Experience interacting directly with federal clients, contracting officers, and legal stakeholders
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and compliance tracking systems
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance required; higher-level clearance preferred.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Vision, dental, and short-term and long-term disability
- 401K with employer match (after six months of employment)
- Federal and non-federal paid holidays
- Flexible paid time off
- Generous bonus program based on firm and individual performance
- An opportunity to learn and grow in an inclusive and supportive environment with a fun team
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
FOIA compliancefederal regulatory compliancegovernment contractingFOIA programs managementFAR complianceproposal developmentrisk assessmentrecords managementcontract administration
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringtraininganalytical skillscommunication skills
Certifications
Public Trust clearance