Job TitleResearch Security Specialist Agency Texas A&M University System Offices Department Research Security Office Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, Texas A&M Fort Worth and the Texas A&M - RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond. The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance. Salary: $3,657.34 - $4,583.33 per month commensurate with experience. Job Description Summary: Under general direction, the Compliance Officer for Research Security monitors and facilitates compliance with federal, state, and System research security governing standards, including but not limited to laws, regulations, statutes, codes, policies, procedures, rules, and directives. Responsibilities: - Assists in developing, establishing, and maintaining an effective and broad-based compliance program based upon ethical conduct and a commitment to compliance with all applicable laws, policies, rules, and procedures. - Monitors compliance with federal, state, and TAMUS regulatory standards, including, but not limited to, laws, statutes, codes, policies, procedures, rules, and directives, as well as compliance with internal and external policies and procedures. - Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and develops a plan of action to bring any non-compliant areas into compliance. - Recommends program guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations. - Assists with research security related training and System member subject matter expert review requests. - Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience: - Bachelors Degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Three years of related experience. Registration, Certifications, and Licenses: - Must be able to obtain a U.S. government security clearance. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Effective problem solver. - Demonstrated experience in a complex, system-level organization. - Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Other Requirements: This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Thank you for your interest in employment with System Offices within The Texas A&M University System. Working for System Offices means that you would be a part of a team that provides leadership and services to The Texas A&M University System's twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, and the RELLIS campus. The System Offices is headquartered in the Moore-Connally Building in College Station, Texas. However, positions are also available in other locations and are varied. So, whether you are looking for an executive, professional, technical or support position, we invite you to consider becoming part of System Offices! If you have questions, please contact us at (979) 458-6169 or email SystemOfficesEmployment@tamus.edu. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 458-6169. Moore/Connally Building 301 Tarrow Street College Station, Texas 77840 https://goo.gl/maps/bm83p System Office has departments in other locations in the Bryan/College Station area as well as in Austin, TX and Washington D.C. Cost of Living Calculator University Holidays Jeanne Clery Safety Act Resources in Bryan/College Station (BCS) BCS Apartment Association BCS Chamber of Commerce BCS Eagle Newspaper BCS Regional Association of REALTORS Brazos Valley Economic Development Corporation Brazos Valley Insite Magazine Bryan ISD College Station ISD Destination Bryan Visit College Station
