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Compliance Officer jobs in San Diego, 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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California, United States of America Job Family Group: Compliance Worker Type: Regular Posting Start Date: August 7, 20... ...agenda Serve as the Compliance representative in the San Diego office and be a collaborative m…
Data Analyst: III ID: SEMPJP00000495 Period: 2 Years Location: 8680 Balboa Ave. San Diego, CA 92123 Some Notes on the Role: -1 round of interviews with the host manager and two supervisors -No FTE conversion for this rol…
$105.8k - $132.25k
Affairs Specialist III is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting global market access for in vitro diagnostic (IVD... ...business partners, etc.) Exceptional computer skills in Microsoft Office, Ad…
$28 per hour
with the Clinical Director to ensure smooth functioning of the overall clinical program. Essential Functions: Ensure program compliance with accreditation and program standards. Assist Clinical Program Director with ensu…
$21 - $25 per hour
Trade Compliance Logistics Coordinator (6 Month Temporary Assignment) Date: Jul 22, 2026 Location:El Cajon, CA, US... ...is highly detail-oriented, organized, proficient in Microsoft Office applications, and has a basic…
$7.94k - $13.76k
AND, Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices. EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDC…
$145k - $165k
targeting other hallmark cancer resistance mechanisms. ORIC has offices in South San Francisco and San Diego, California. Job... ...and deliver high-quality and timely regulatory submissions in compliance with applicable…
job summary: Advance your career in beautiful San Diego! A Top-Tier Global Life Sciences Leader is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Specialist III for a hybrid role (3 days onsite). This position offers an exciting opportuni…
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…
$120k - $150k
oversight of project schedules, budgets, subcontractor and vendor coordination, material procurement, and rigorous quality and safety compliance. Projects typically range in value from $15 million to $50 million and incl…
Only local candidates are allowed to apply(San Diego, CA) Hybrid model: 2 days a week Project Details: They are having data coming in from different source (40 different properties) and it needs to be cleaned, uploaded,…
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What compliance officers earn in San Diego
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $31–$41 | $65k–$85k |
| Mid level | $40–$54 | $83k–$112k |
| Senior | $52–$74 | $109k–$153k |
Adjusted for the San Diego 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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