Export Control Support Officer

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Closing Date: 09/16/2025 Type of Position: Research Compliance Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department: Export Control Student Workers Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The Export Control Support Officer (ECSO) plays a critical role in developing, implementing, communicating, and monitoring an effective export control program at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. This position serves as a primary point of contact for internal and external inquiries regarding export control compliance, advising the university community on complex issues related to international travel, shipments, proposals, contracts, and other agreements. The ECSO will be instrumental in applying for necessary export control licenses, developing Technology Control Plans (TCPs), and meticulously maintaining records in accordance with federal requirements. Working collaboratively across various departments, the ECSO identifies equipment and activities that may trigger export control obligations. The ECSO leads institution-wide initiatives to understand and apply federal export control policies to a wide variety of operations, including research contracts and grants, service agreements, material transfer agreements, purchase orders, fieldwork, and international and visiting scholar appointments. The ECSO will proactively conduct restricted party screening, communicating results and implications as appropriate, and will design and deliver a variety of educational and training materials tailored for different campus audiences. This role also involves overseeing web resources dedicated to export control education and outreach. Other duties as assigned. Essential Functions: Compliance Guidance & Best Practices: Investigate and recommend best practices on all aspects of export control compliance and regulations to the university community, including visiting scholars, scientists, and key administrative offices (e.g., Research Security, Purchasing, Global Engagement, Finance, Environmental Health & Safety). Training & Education Programs: Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive training programs and informational materials, including a robust website, to educate faculty, staff, and students on export control regulations. Restricted Party Screening (RPS): Coordinate with the Office of Global Engagement, International Services Office, and other relevant departments for restricted party screening. Conduct screenings, communicate findings and implications, and develop plans for visitors and international travel as appropriate. Policy & Procedure Development: Collaborate with administrative and academic departments, labs, and centers to develop, implement, and coordinate policies and procedures that ensure compliance with export control regulations. Research & Agreement Consultation: Provide training, support, and consultation to ensure research proposals and agreements, as well as university memoranda of understanding (MOUs), reflect export control compliance and enable investigators to meet both regulatory and academic objectives. Contract Negotiation Support: Collaborate in contract negotiations to resolve problematic clauses in federal and industry-sponsored project agreements, MOUs, and purchase orders related to export compliance. Assist the Office of General Counsel (OGC) on export control-related issues. Regulatory Monitoring: Stay abreast of new laws and regulations affecting the university's export control compliance and respond to proposed regulatory changes. Reporting & Communication: At the direction of the Export Control Officer, keep the University leadership teams and other relevant parties informed of activities and issues in the area of export controls. Documentation & Record Keeping: Maintain thorough documentation of reviews and decisions made on export control compliance as part of the university's export compliance management system. Technology Control Plan (TCP) Assistance: Assist principal investigators, researchers, and other covered individuals with the creation, revision, maintenance, and implementation of any required Technology Control Plans. Special Projects: Assume responsibility for special projects and studies as assigned. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., International Relations, Law, Engineering, Science, Business Administration) At least three to five years of export control compliance experience, preferably in a research or academic setting Demonstrated understanding of U.S. export control regulations (ITAR, EAR, OFAC) Proven experience with managing multiple priorities and projects effectively Preferred Qualifications: Certification in export compliance (e.g., from ECSI, ECTI, or similar) Experience with research security programs Proficiency with restricted party screening software and compliance management systems Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong analytical, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a complex institutional environment Additional Information: Salary Information: Minimum of $67,909, commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information: Julia Menke, jmenke@uark.edu, Sr. HR Partner Crystal Ellis, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, ce031@uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: Talking Frequent Physical Activity: N/A Occasional Physical Activity: N/A Benefits Eligible: Yes Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nations top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nations strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act was passed in 1990 and was amended in 1998 to form the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. This law requires that certain institutions of higher education distribute to all current students and employees a copy of the required report, and to all prospective students and employees a summary of what is contained in the yearly report. The report is available on the Internet and may be downloaded and printed with Adobe Reader 5.0 or higher software. The software is free and may be downloaded from http://get.adobe.com/reader/ For prospective students and employees and all others who would like to obtain a copy of the yearly report but cannot print it from the Internet, a paper copy may be obtained by contacting the University of Arkansas Office of Admissions, Department of Human Resources or University Police. The report in its entirety is available on the Internet at: https://uapd.uark.edu/reports-and-logs/clery/index.php