$141.39k - $225.35k
Quality and Environmental monitoring program that ensures Company compliance with regulatory and corporate standards and adherence to... ...This position is eligible to sit at any of the CA American Water offices except…
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Compliance Officer jobs in Sacramento, CA
Compliance officers keep organizations within regulatory and policy boundaries, running risk assessments, monitoring programs, training, and investigations across the business.
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$28–$67/hr
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$89k
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commuting distance of our Los Angeles, San Francisco, or San Diego offices. Compensation : $80,000 - $85,000 per year, exempt... ...who thrives at the intersection of budget construction, funder compliance, operational e…
connect with Prafull Tamrakar at ****@*****.*** or call at (***) ***-****. Direct End Client: California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) Job Title: Data Analyst Duration: 36 Months Location: Hybrid / Re…
We are looking for experienced dispatchers. You must be able to pass a background check. Security experience is a plus. PalAmerican Security - Dispatch Position Are you passionate about making a difference in your commun…
$60k - $70k
RBT Student Analyst (ABA Therapy Program Manager) Full-Time • Hybrid (In-Person & Telehealth) • Sacramento, CA $60,000–$70,000 base + bonus potential • Paid, Supervised Fieldwork Hours ABOUT BIG BIG delivers quality ABA…
$75k - $90k
R10089332 DOT Compliance Specialist (Open) Rancho Cordova, CA (Regional Office) - Cust. installations How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the uni…
$70.3k - $89.7k
231586 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Training and Compliance Manager. This role oversees operation of the Training and Compliance... ..., hiring and training • Proficiency with Microsoft Office • High School Diplom…
$22.3 - $25.65 per hour
Job ID: 292121 Store Name/Number: CA-Arden Fair (0050) Address: 1689 Arden Way Space 1084, Sacramento, CA 95815, United States (US) Hourly/Salaried: Hourly (Non-Exempt) Full Time/Part Time: Full Time Position Type: Regul…
$190.8k - $300.3k
changing environment Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, OneNote) Familiarity with... ...with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Franci…
strategies of occupational hazards and developing regulatory compliance programs, as well as experience implementing industrial safety... ...classification is distinguished from the Environmental Health and Safety Office…
fostering and maintaining a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with governmental regulations, client requirements, and company... ...assigned. Core Competencies: · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. · E…
This company is looking for PREMIER candidates to fill their open position of Project Manager/Estimator . We are partnered in helping a growing and well-established commercial restoration company find qualified and talen…
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What compliance officers earn in Sacramento
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $28–$38 | $59k–$78k |
| Mid level | $37–$50 | $76k–$103k |
| Senior | $48–$67 | $99k–$140k |
Adjusted for the Sacramento market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Regulatory knowledge (industry-specific)Risk assessmentPolicy writingMonitoring and auditingInvestigationsCompliance training deliveryGRC tools and reportingIndependent judgmentClear communication with leadership
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Which regulatory frameworks have you worked with directly?
Be specific and honest, whether that is BSA/AML, HIPAA, SOX, OSHA, or state insurance rules, and describe what you actually did within each rather than listing acronyms.
Tell me about a time you had to tell a senior leader no.
This is the defining question. Show that you explained the risk in business terms, offered a compliant alternative, and documented the decision either way.
Walk me through a risk assessment you led.
Describe scoping, gathering data across departments, scoring likelihood and impact, and how findings changed controls or priorities. Method and follow-through both matter.
How do you run an internal investigation while protecting fairness and confidentiality?
Show process discipline: defined scope, documented interviews, evidence handling, no premature conclusions, and appropriate escalation to counsel or the board.
How do you make compliance training something employees do not just click through?
Talk about role-specific scenarios, short formats, and real cases from your industry. Mention measuring behavior change, not completion rates.
A monitoring report shows a pattern that might be a violation. What are your first steps?
Show calm sequencing: verify the data, preserve records, assess reporting obligations and deadlines, and brief the right people without alarm or delay.
How do you stay current as regulations change?
Name your actual sources: agency bulletins, industry associations, counsel updates, and give a recent regulatory change you operationalized.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For compliance officers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Name your regulatory domains precisely, such as BSA/AML, HIPAA, SOX, or FDA, since compliance hiring is domain-first.
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List certifications that carry weight: CRCM, CAMS, CHC, CCEP, or SHRM depending on your field, with the year earned.
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Quantify your program: audits completed, policies authored or overhauled, training reach, or exam findings remediated.
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Show outcomes with regulators, for example clean examinations, closed consent-order items, or reduced findings year over year.
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Describe your reporting line and committee exposure, such as presenting to the audit committee, to signal seniority accurately.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Compliance Analyst
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Compliance Officer
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Senior Compliance Officer
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Compliance Manager
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Chief Compliance Officer
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