(Remote) Export Control Analyst - Research Office

The Research Office at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an Export Control Analyst.

About the Opportunity

This position will be to serve as the initial point of contact for the Export Control Office (ECO). Main responsibilities include ownership of the Export Control Office team mailbox, organizing, prioritizing, and managing export control case files and workflow. The position will also examine, evaluate, and analyze University activities for conformity with laws and regulations governing export control compliance and perform various support functions for the Export Control Office. The role will provide program support, as well as direct internal and external client services, respond to inquiries, assign cases to appropriate personnel, and independently resolve matters of low to moderate complexity. Responsibilities include the ability to accurately follow established practices and processes for standard job functions, and utilize sound analysis, resourcefulness, and judgement when facing uncommon or new circumstances. Work effort carries considerable impact on client support, program and project image, with potential legal liabilities.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the following:
  
  
  
  • Compliance related experience
    
  • Working knowledge or Microsoft Office apps (Word, Excel within, etc.)
    
  • Ability to successfully complete ECoP EAR and ECTI ITAR training within 6 months of hiring.
  
  
  
  
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
  
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Ability to build and manage relationships with clients and colleagues.
  
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret complex documents and information such as compliance regulations and procedural documents.
  
• Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize work, utilizing sound analysis and ethical judgment.
  
• Ability to solve difficult and ambiguous problems involving several variables.
  
• Ability to employ sound judgment concerning when to seek advice or guidance from supervisors.
  
• Ability to deliver engaging and informative presentations to small and large groups.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
  
• Ability to maintain focus for extended periods with great attention to detail.
  
• Ability to learn and utilize required software tools.
  
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude.

Behavioral Competencies

• Technical skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; pursues training and development opportunities; assess strengths, weaknesses, and shares expertise with others.
  
• Problem solving - Gathers and analyzes information, identifies problems, develops alternatives, uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics and works well in groups and resolves matters in a timely fashion.
  
• Internal & External Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional matters with objectivity and openness; responds promptly to needs and requests for service and assistance; meets commitments and dates, notifies others if change occurs; provides, solicits and applies feedback; and builds goodwill through balanced contributions, positive approach, respect and support of others.
  
• Communications - Demonstrates group presentation skills, participates in meetings, listens and gets clarification, is responsive and speaks clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations. Writes and edits clearly and informatively, varies style to meet needs, presents numerical data effectively, and can effectively read and interpret written information.
  
• Organization Support - Aligns work and develops strategies to meet organizational goals; seeks to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; and upholds organizational expectations and values.
  
• Self- Management - Responds to management direction; resourcefully adapts to changes in work environment and circumstances; responds well under pressure and manages competing demands; takes calculated risks, asks for and offers help when needed; exercise discretion and sound judgment; is tactful and responsible for own actions. Adheres to work schedule and complies with leave management responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with US export control and trade compliance regulations (EAR, ITAR, OFAC).

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and engaging working environment and actively seek candidates who bring diverse ideas, approaches and experiences.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and received an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. We value diversity among our faculty, staff and students and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.