Export Compliance Specialist

Rochester, NY 14606

Employment Type: Contract to Perm Industry: Professional / Technical Job Number: 51421960 Pay Rate: $50 / hour Specialty: Branch: Pay Type:

Job Description

Job Title: Export Compliance Specialist
Location: Remote (U.S. Based)
Pay Rate: $50 per hour
Position Overview:
The Export Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring adherence to U.S. export control regulations across the Communications Systems (CS) segment. This role conducts detailed export jurisdiction and classification reviews, supports licensing processes, and provides guidance to internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with ITAR, EAR, and U.S. Customs requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong regulatory knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct ITAR and EAR export jurisdiction and classification reviews of hardware, software, and technical data.
  • Determine and document export and customs classifications (HTS and Schedule B).
  • Provide export classifications to support licensing and agreement applications.
  • Review and approve technical data transfers to international third parties.
  • Review and approve information intended for the public domain to ensure compliance.
  • Implement trade compliance policies in accordance with U.S. export regulations.
  • Participate in the planning and execution of Trade Compliance audits.
  • Develop and deliver compliance training programs.
  • Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance compliance efficiency.
  • Support the Manager, Technical Trade Compliance, and collaborate with a team of 10+ professionals across the CS segment.
Required Qualifications:
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or an Associate’s degree with 6 years of related experience, or a Graduate degree with 0–2 years of experience.
    • 8+ years of directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Demonstrated expertise in ITAR, EAR, and Customs regulations.
  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience reviewing and approving export-controlled technical data and public-domain materials.
  • Proven ability to identify process improvements within compliance operations.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
Work Environment:
  • Fully Remote (U.S.-based) role.
  • Standard schedule: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST, with some flexibility.
  • Collaborative virtual team of 10+ compliance professionals.

Additional Information

At HW Staffing Solutions we recognize the value of our employee associates as equally as our clients. We are passionate about people and improving the lives of every associate, we do this by connecting you with great companies and great opportunities. We celebrate our awesome diversity, believe that everyone has a unique talent, and appreciate the passion and perspectives that each of us bring to the table. Discover a new way to work together with a company that is focused on offering the best opportunities, benefits and career advancement in Accounting & Finance, Office & Administrative, Light Industrial, Professional & Technical, Call Center, Food Processing and Hospitality. HW Staffing Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity company.

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Sarah Gilliar
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