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Export Control Manager

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University of Wisconsin-Madison logoUniversity Of Wisconsin-madison · Madison, WI
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Requirements

  • -Experience in a university research environment or federal regulatory compliance
  • -Strong interpersonal and management skills
  • -Experience analyzing, developing, and implementing policies and workflows
  • -Familiarity with:
  • Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
  • International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
  • Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions
  • NSPM-33 or related research security requirements
  • Education:
  • Required: Bachelor's Degree
  • Preferred: Master's Degree or JD
  • How to Apply:
  • Cover letters will be used as a writing sample and to determine the best-qualified applicants. Your cover letter should address your qualifications as they pertain to this position.
  • Partial remote work up to 40% (2 days/week) is available for this position.
  • A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.
  • Contact Information:
  • Jessica Wendt, jessica.wendt@wisc.edu
  • Institutional Statement on Diversity:
  • Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madis

Benefits

The minimum annual salary for this position is $90,000 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.The employee in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.Required Qualifications:-Experience interpreting and implementing government regulations-Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks-Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detailPaid time offRemote work options

Additional Information

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Compliance Admin (Inst) Job Summary: The Research Security and Export Control Office at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, within the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR), is responsible for ensuring institutional compliance with U.S. export control laws while supporting broader research security objectives. Export control regulations apply to a subset of activities conducted in support of the university's research and education missions. These activities primarily include research involving proprietary or controlled technologies, international shipments of scientific equipment, materials, and biological agents, international collaborations, international travel, and the use or development of software with encryption or restricted capabilities. The Program Manager plays a central role in administering UW-Madison's export control compliance program. This position conducts export control determinations and risk assessments, supports compliance reviews, develops and implements mitigation measures (including Technology Control Plans), and provides guidance to faculty and staff on regulatory requirements. The program manager helps ensure that research activities are conducted in accordance with the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and related federal requirements. The role also integrates research security considerations, including mitigating risks in international engagements and foreign influence concerns, into the export control processes. The Program Manager assists in developing, maintaining, and implementing export control and research security policies, procedures, and workflows, while coordinating outreach and training efforts to promote awareness and compliance across campus. Key Job Responsibilities: Provides consultation for resolution of policy violations that involve students, employees, visitors, guests of the institution and/or applicants Provides guidance and oversight to university personnel compliance, policies, and procedures Serves as a subject matter expert for affiliated matters for internal and external stakeholders Develops and maintains institutional and operating policies and procedures to ensure compliance Directs operational activities and staffing resources for compliance implementation, including outreach, support, and/or investigations Oversees, develops and participates in activities designed to raise awareness of the law(s) and its purpose Department: Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR), Research Policy and Integrity

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