Compliance Administrator at Ahtna Native Corporation

Summary:

The Compliance Administrator is responsible for coordinating and supporting all aspects of the organization’s compliance and quality assurance programs. This includes ensuring adherence to SBA regulations and internal policies and procedures. The role requires a proactive employee with strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills to ensure operational effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across the organization.

The salary range for this position is $96,347-$119,471/year.

This position comes with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 3% match, paid time off (PTO), and company-paid holidays. 

This position will be posted for 5 days or until filled.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (including but not limited to)

• Assist with development and execute facility and organizational compliance programs to meet SBA and internal standards.
• Provide technical guidance and interpretation of compliance standards and policies.
• Conduct periodical inspections and audits to ensure effective compliance practices.
• Review inspection reports and identify discrepancies or areas of concern.
• Recommend corrective actions and best practices to enhance performance and ensure quality service delivery.
• Ensure readiness for annual or formal compliance inspections and support third-party auditors.
• Manage compliance documentation, data, and reporting instruments.
• Ensure timely updates of SBA-related reports (e.g., 8(a) applications, JV agreements, HUBZone reports).
• Maintain JV agreement, Operating agreement, and all applicable addenda.
• Maintain KPIs and key metrics for all entities, including NICS analysis and business activities targets.
• Liaise with the Legal department to support compliance-related JV and entity registrations.
• Assist in drafting serial letters, requests for equitable adjustment, and contract claims.
• Participate in planning and execution of company events and leadership meetings.
• Assist with business license applications and renewals for subsidiaries.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

 None

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or another related field
• Experience may be substituted on a 1:1 basis
• Prior experience in the legal profession will be considered relevant experience for this position

• Three (3) years of experience with program development and oversight of compliance programs, or operational experience
• Knowledge of office management responsibilities, systems, and procedures
• Advanced skills in MS Office
• Knowledge of accounting, data, and administrative management practices and procedures
• Knowledge of clerical practices and procedures
• Knowledge of business and management principles

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous paralegal experience
• Understanding of the 8(a) program
• Experience and knowledge of Alaska Native cultures

Shareholder Preference: 

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Core Competencies:

• Time Management – Uses time effectively to ensure work completion
• Technology Oriented – Demonstrates proficiency in the use and understanding of technology (hardware, software, information systems, and processes)
• Customer Service Oriented – Provides customer services to organizational stakeholders
• Problem-Solving – Applies creative problem-solving to address business needs and issues
• Critical Thinking – Applies critical thinking to information received from organizational stakeholders and evaluates what can be used for organizational success
• Decision Making – Makes sound decisions based on evaluation of available information
• Measurement & Assessment – Analyzes data with a keen sense of what is useful
• Strategic Agility – Demonstrates an understanding of the strategic relationship between effective business management and core business functions
• Analytic Reasoning – Analyzes specific business challenges involving the workforce and offers solutions based upon best practices or research
• Project Management – Generates specific organizational interventions to support organizational objectives

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described in this job description are representative of those an employee would encounter while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. 

• Generally, indoors may be subject to changes in temperature and noise levels.
• Limited overnight travel may be required.

Physical Demands (including but not limited to):

Frequent sitting, using hands/fingers, handling, reaching with hands and arms, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for up to 4 hours; occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.  Work performed in a professional office setting utilizing telephone, computer, and other office equipment.  Moderate travel is required to shareholder communities, subsidiary offices, and other locations as needed.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Schedule:   Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, may vary based on business needs