Compliance Operations Specialist

Job Title: Compliance Operations Specialist
Location: East Syracuse, NY (Onsite)
Type: Contract
Max Pay Rate: $19/hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Compliance Operations Specialist to support operational onboarding and credentialing activities. This role is responsible for processing and reviewing background checks, motor vehicle reports (MVRs), drug screenings, and access credentials for contract carrier applicants and their employees. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong time-management skills, exceptional data accuracy, and professional written communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Review background check and drug screening authorization forms and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory and vendor requirements
• Request and obtain missing, incorrect, or unusable documentation from operations partners as needed
• Accurately place orders for background checks and Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) through approved vendor systems
• Perform annual renewals of background checks and MVRs for contract carriers and associated personnel
• Review screening results and determine pass/fail status using established compliance criteria and screening matrices
• Communicate screening results and status updates to operations partners through internal tracking systems
• Generate and manage access credentials and badges using multiple internal applications
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely processing of all compliance-related activities
• Support audit readiness and documentation accuracy as required

Required Qualifications

• Basic proficiency with Windows-based applications and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Experience entering, reviewing, and retrieving data with a high level of accuracy
• Strong written communication skills, particularly for email correspondence
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines in a structured environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business Administration or a related field
• Prior experience in compliance, credentialing, onboarding, or administrative operations
• Ability to work additional hours as needed, including occasional evenings or weekends