Tobacco Compliance Data Specialist - FDA (Food

San Marcos, TX Texas State University Tobacco Compliance Data Specialist – FDA (Food & Drug Administration) Posting Number: 2026711 Location: San Marcos Department: Texas School Safety Center Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting Job Type: Full-Time Monthly Salary: $2,964.00 - $4,250.00 Job Category: Exempt Required Qualifications: United States citizenship Demonstrated experience in using Microsoft Excel withintermediate proficiency to maintain large spreadsheets, electronicdatabases, or data management systems Demonstrated experience in reviewing documents, records, orreports for quality assurance or data validation Demonstrated experience evaluating processes and procedures forregulatory and contractual compliance Demonstrated experience in maintaining accurate data acrossmultiple platforms Previous office or administrative experience Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in managing contracts and/orprojects Demonstrated experience maintaining highly confidential programrecords and equipment inventory Demonstrated experience identifying errors and researchingdiscrepancies for internal audits Demonstrated experience providing technical assistance and/ortraining Knowledge of Texas and Federal Tobacco Laws andRegulations Bachelor's degree Job Description: The Texas School Safety Center (TxSSC) is an officialuniversity-level research center at Texas State University. TheTxSSC is tasked in Chapter 37 of the Texas Education Code and theGovernor's Homeland Security Strategic Plan with key school safetyinitiatives and mandates. The TxSSC serves as the clearinghouse forthe dissemination of safety and security information throughresearch, training, and technical assistance for K-12 schools andjunior colleges throughout the state of Texas. As a result, Texashas become a national leader in school safety practices and isrelied upon for assistance and guidance from jurisdictionsthroughout the nation. The role of the FDA Tobacco Compliance Data Specialist is to assistin the overall administration, coordination, training, andmonitoring of the FDA Tobacco Compliance Check Program in Texas.The Data Specialist creates and revises training materials, updatesand maintains multiple databases with highly sensitive data totrack program information and meet contractual requirements,prepares and processes program documents, and organizescorrespondence to evaluate monthly program eligibility requirementsfor Contractors, who serve as FDA Inspectors for the program. TheData Specialist also validates completion of work and processescontractor invoices for payment. Job Duties: Monitor contract compliance such as deliverables, invoices,budget adjustments, and contract renewals Maintain highly confidential program records and equipmentinventory Enter, verify, and audit data from multiple large databases toensure data accuracy and integrity Compile, create, analyze, and report data on a frequent basisusing databases and Excel worksheets with intermediate and advancedformulas and functions (e.g., VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables,formulas, filters) Upload, download, and cross import documents, spreadsheets,audio, video, and other current program information betweeninternal and external sources Conduct monthly and quarterly program process audits to reportto program management Identify and resolve data discrepancies or inconsistencies Ensure attention to detail, data accuracy, and integrity on allwork platforms Assist with general administrative tasks related to datamanagement and program administration Other duties as assigned Additional Information to Applicants: Applicants must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible to work on theFDA Program. FDA Program continued employment is contingent upon passing aLevel 5 federal background check conducted by the FDA for programsecurity clearance. This position is funded via a federal contract. Continuedemployment is conditional on annual renewal of the contract. If selected for an interview, applicants will be required tocomplete an Excel skills assessment demonstrating their Excelproficiency. This position is based in San Marcos, TX. If selected for aninterview, it will be conducted in person. Job Open Date: 07/28/2026 Job Close Date: 08/30/2026 Open Until Filled: No Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday,Friday Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM Legal and Required Notices: Texas State University is committed to a policy ofnon-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardlessof race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age,marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basisprotected by federal or state law in employment, educationalprograms, and activities and admissions. Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon theoutcome of record checks and verifications including, but notlimited to, criminal history, driving records, education records,employment verifications, reference checks, and employmenteligibility verifications. In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete theForm I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity andauthorization to work in the United States. Texas State Universityparticipates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon thesuccessful verification of work authorization. Employees arerequired to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy theconditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and theuniversity makes no implicit or explicit promises to financiallysupport visa or permanent residency applications. About Texas State and San Marcos: Texas State University is a emerging research institution locatedin the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautifulTexas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in theTexas State University System and one of the 75 largestuniversities in the country, with over 38,000 students andapproximately 4,000 faculty and staff Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over50,000 people located about half way between Austin and SanAntonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texasuniversities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River andthe stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charmof the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banksof the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activitiesthroughout the year. Why work @ Texas State? Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting yourfirst day of employment for full-time employees with Texas Statepaying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for yourdependents! Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and manymore! Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendlyresources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellnessprogram Great professional development opportunities: choose from avariety of workshops, training, online learning and even accesseducational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academiccourses An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networksoffered on and off-campus Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans andvoluntary saving options with generous employer contributions By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one ofthe most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in thenation. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle of Higher Education