Talent Acquisition Compliance Specialist (Fixed-Term)
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.The Talent Acquisition Compliance Specialist will serve as a subject matter expert ensuring Blue Origin's recruiting practices align with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. This role partners closely with Talent Acquisition, Legal, and HR teams to maintain compliant and efficient hiring processes.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local hiring regulations including OFCCP, EEOC, VEVRAA, Section 503, and ADA
- Conduct regular audits of applicant tracking data, job postings, and hiring decisions to identify compliance gaps
- Serve as the primary point of contact for OFCCP audits and inquiries, coordinating documentation and responses
- Proactively identify gaps in existing Talent Acquisition policies and procedures and develop, write, and implement policies to address those gaps
- Regularly review and update existing policies to reflect changes in applicable laws, regulations, and business needs
- Develop, update, and deliver compliance training for recruiters and hiring managers
- Manage I-9 and E-Verify processes, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
- Oversee compliance requirements related to government contracts and security clearances
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
- Partner with Legal to interpret new or changing employment legislation and implement process updates
- Analyze recruitment data and prepare compliance reports for leadership
- Advise on background check processes, ban-the-box laws, and state-specific requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in HR compliance, talent acquisition, or a related role
- Working knowledge of OFCCP regulations, EEOC guidelines, and VEVRAA
- Experience with I-9 administration and E-Verify
- Familiarity with federal contractor compliance requirements
- Demonstrated experience writing and implementing HR or compliance policies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and organizational skills
- Knowledge of ITAR and export control compliance as it relates to hiring
- Proficiency with Workday ATS and HRIS system
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or government contracting industries
- Experience managing OFCCP audits
- Professional certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or related compliance certification
- Familiarity with multi-state compliance requirements
Base Pay Range for:
CO applicants is $123,611.00 - $173,054.70 WA applicants is $134,434.00 - $188,207.25Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Description
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in HR compliance, talent acquisition, or a related role
- Working knowledge of OFCCP regulations, EEOC guidelines, and VEVRAA
- Experience with I-9 administration and E-Verify
- Familiarity with federal contractor compliance requirements
- Demonstrated experience writing and implementing HR or compliance policies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and organizational skills
- How much does the Talent Acquisition Compliance Specialist (Fixed-Term) at Blue Origin pay?
- The posting lists a range of $124K–$188K per year. Ranges reflect what Blue Origin publicly declared on the source posting.
- Where is this Talent Acquisition Compliance Specialist (Fixed-Term) role based?
- The role is based in Greater Seattle Area.
- What experience does Blue Origin expect for this role?
- The posting is tagged as a lead-level role, typically 7+ years of experience. Check the requirements section for specifics.
- How was this posting sourced?
- This role was pulled directly from Blue Origin's Workday careers site. Apply links open in the employer's own ATS — no reposts or aggregator middleware.
Apply links open in the employer's official ATS. Always verify recruitment messages on the company's careers page before sharing personal information.