Junior Compliance Officer (Operations, Junior Analyst)

About the Role The MIL Corporation seeks a Junior Compliance Officer (Operations, Jr. Analyst) to support a federal law enforcement client with I‑9 audit support services and worksite enforcement compliance activities. The role assists in reviewing employment eligibility documentation, conducting database research, and preparing audit-ready case files and reports that support administrative enforcement actions and related determinations. The position is ideal for early‑career professionals interested in federal compliance, employment eligibility verification, and investigative support in a high‑visibility mission environment. This on-site role is located at government facilities in Kansas, MO and requires working during core business hours.

What You'll Do

• Input, validate, and update case data from paper and electronic employment eligibility documentation, including Forms I‑9, into designated DHS and ICE systems and spreadsheets.
• Utilize DHS law enforcement and commercial databases to run queries, research identity and employment eligibility information, and document query results.
• Assist Auditors and Criminal Investigators with the evaluation of Employment Eligibility Verification Forms I‑9 and related supporting records to identify potential violations.
• Draft clear, concise audit workpapers, summary memoranda, and supporting documentation for Notices of Intent to Fine, Final Orders, Warning Notices, and other enforcement correspondence.
• Coordinate case activities, tasking, and documentation with government Criminal Investigators, Auditors, and other team members to ensure timely and accurate completion of assignments.
• Prepare, assemble, and maintain complete, organized, audit‑ready electronic and hard‑copy case files, including data printouts, correspondence, and required forms.
• Perform routine administrative functions necessary to ensure compliance with government property, time and attendance, facility access, and information technology procedures at the duty location.
• Follow all applicable DHS and ICE policies, privacy, records management, and information assurance requirements when handling sensitive or law enforcement information.
• Participate in required training and refresher courses in areas such as information security, records management, and privacy, and maintain current training certificates as directed by the COR.
• Travel limited domestic travel may be required for training or surge support.

What We're Looking For

• 0 to 3 years of demonstrated ability to perform accurate data entry, work with spreadsheets, and manage large volumes of documentation in a structured, deadline‑driven environment.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to follow standardized procedures and document findings clearly in written form.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word, and ability to learn government case management and database systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft summaries and respond professionally to government tasking.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting auditors and investigators, while also managing individual task assignments.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a DHS/ICE Tier 4 High Risk Public Trust clearance; prior favorable adjudications may be considered for transfer of trust.
• Education: Associates degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Criminal Justice, or related field required; Bachelor's degree in a related discipline preferred.
• Travel availability for limited domestic travel for training or surge support.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DHS/ICE Tier 4 High Risk Public Trust fitness determination as part of the role.

Nice to Have

• Prior experience in compliance, auditing, investigations support, immigration‑related work, or law enforcement administrative support.
• Familiarity with employment eligibility verification processes, Forms I‑9, or similar documentation review activities.
• Experience working with federal agencies, particularly DHS or ICE, or in a contractor support role in a federal environment.
• Knowledge of records management, privacy, or sensitive but unclassified information handling requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $35,000 - $48,000 per year. Benefits include health, life, disability, and retirement plans, paid time off, opportunities for professional growth and tuition assistance; additional benefits may apply as communicated during hiring.