Title: Regulatory Compliance Analyst #01178

State Role Title: Compliance/Safety Officer III

Hiring Range: $41,655 - $61,000 annually. Excellent State Benefits

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Virginia Department of Agriculture

Location: VDACS CENTRAL HEADQUARTERS

Agency Website: https://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Consumer Protection is seeking an individual to serve as a Regulatory Compliance Analyst in the Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs (OCRP). This position seeks compliance by regulated entities, which includes health clubs, waste kitchen grease transporters, charitable gaming, pre-paid legal service plan sellers, credit services businesses, extended service contract providers, home service contract providers, membership campgrounds, and travel clubs that are subject to the provision’s applicable laws and regulations. The successful candidate will apply departmental policies and procedures to process, analyze, and conduct reviews of registrations and supporting documentation, approve registrations, notify non-compliant entities of their deficiencies, and advise of the appropriate corrective action. Additionally, the Regulatory Compliance Analyst will originate analytical fact-finding and apply departmental policies and procedures to resolve complaints; maintain accurate and complete notes concerning regulatory activities and generate comprehensive and concise reports to management; review surety bonds and letters of credit for compliance with applicable laws, both in form and amount; interpret and apply state and federal laws; conduct thorough and timely examinations of suspected violations of law; compile detailed information and evidence resulting from the review of registrations and supporting documentation; prepare reports for any follow-up action by appropriate legal authorities or case closure, and promote public awareness regarding consumer rights and registration requirements. Once onboarded, this position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth’s telework policy. This is a reannouncement; previous applicants do not need to reapply.

Minimum Qualifications

Significant experience applying applicable laws and regulations within a regulatory environment or program. Knowledge of the principles and practices of the regulatory and compliance processes and report preparation to include researching, collecting, and analyzing information and/or documents. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to prepare reports to management and case reports for follow-ups conducted by appropriate legal authorities and proven ability to work independently, research, reason and apply knowledge along with managing all aspects of an assigned caseload. Ability to interact effectively and cooperatively with supervisors, co-workers, and the general public to provide outreach and education related to assigned programs; to organize, plan, and complete projects, assignments, and administrative duties; and to identify and convey consumer rights and registration requirements and other related information to regulated entities, the public, industry associations, legal professionals, and other local, state and federal agencies in a clear and concise manner. Proficiency in using the internet and MS Office Suite to include databases. H.S. Diploma/GED required.

Additional Considerations

A combination of related education, training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills, and abilities to include knowledge of contract or consumer protection laws.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 Layoff, and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-371-8577

Email: hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.