Compliance Specialist Jobs in Washington
Compliance specialist jobs in Washington are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in financial services, healthcare, and technology sectors at levels from entry-level compliance analyst through senior compliance officer and director. Seattle, Bellevue, and Olympia account for the largest share of openings, anchored by employers including Amazon, Boeing, and Providence Health and Services. The most sought-after specialties in Washington are financial regulatory compliance, healthcare compliance, and data privacy compliance under frameworks like Washington's My Health MY Data Act. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerAmazon
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring15
Work type60% On-site
Top industryRetail
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Alaska Airlines
Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist
SeaTac, Washington
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Labor Compliance Specialist
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PCL Construction
Labor Compliance Specialist
Bothell, Washington
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BSA Compliance Specialist
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HAPO Community Credit Union
BSA Compliance Specialist
Kennewick, Washington
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Compliance Specialist - USFHP
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Pacific Medical Centers
Compliance Specialist - USFHP
Renton, Washington
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Treatment Court Compliance Specialist
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Kitsap County, WA
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Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Alaska Airlines·SeaTac, Washington
Job functions:
$100k - $150k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+ employees
Job Description
Company: Alaska Airlines The Team:
Note: We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.
Total Rewards:
For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
Regulatory Information:
(1) Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories;
(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
FLSA Status: Exempt Employment Type: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Requisition Type: Management Location: Seattle - Hangar Featured Job: 0 L:: #LI-B
Guided by our purpose, core values, and leadership principles, we are creating an airline people love. Our corporate teams set the strategies and operational plans to ensure the success of our company. Whether we use our expertise in accounting, human resources, finance, planning, legal, marketing, or any of our operational divisions, our shared passion for travel and our guests is what motivates us to achieve excellence each day. If you share our passion for creating an airline people love, we want to hear from you.
Role Summary:
The Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist is a liaison between the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Alaska Airlines Maintenance and Engineering (M&E) division to ensure the highest standards of Airworthiness are maintained. As an individual contributor, the Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist is a subject matter expert in the development and implementation of an integrated, comprehensive Safety Management System (SMS) for the M&E division incorporating procedures to identify and maintain compliance with current safety-related legal, regulatory, and statutory requirements.
Key Duties:
- Exercises considerable judgement to liaise between the FAA and Alaska’s M&E division to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Research to provide explanations to Federal Aviation Regulations, regulatory policies and procedures to ensure compliance with internal and external standards and controls.
- Acts as a subject matter expert in analyzing regulations to make recommendations to M&E leadership to support compliance with aviation industry and FAA regulatory standard.
- Conducts quality compliance review of Self Disclosures and Compliance Actions and analyze corrective actions and process improvements in response to review findings.
- Partners and coordinates with legal department to identify potential risk and other matters, including assistance with civil penalty mitigation.
- Assists in overseeing SMS for the M&E division to ensure it incorporates procedures to identify and maintain compliance with current safety-related legal, regulatory, and statutory requirements.
- Supporting liaison between M&E division and all other division within Alaska airlines supporting compliance with our SMS program.
Required
- A minimum of 4 years of aviation airworthiness regulatory compliance experience or related area.
- Bachelor’s degree or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
- Effective communication skills (e.g., verbal, written, and listening).
- Detail-oriented and highly organized, with ability to multi-task and work independently with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Minimum age of 18.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred
- Airframe and Power Plant license
Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.
Salary Range: $99,850 - $149,800 / year Salary Details:
Pay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to location, relevant experience/level and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon employees. Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate.
Note: We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.
- Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
- Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
- Generous 401k match program
- Annual bonus plans
- Generous holiday and paid time off
For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement
It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.
We also prohibit discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
We have established an EEO Compliance Program under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 503”) and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (“VEVRAA”). All applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. In addition, we have established an audit and reporting system to allow for effective measurement of its equal employment opportunity activities.
To implement this policy, we will:
(1) Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories;
(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
Alaska Airlines
Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist
SeaTac, Washington
Added 1d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
$100k - $150k/yr
High school diploma or GED
Job Description
Company: Alaska Airlines The Team:
Note: We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.
Total Rewards:
For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
Regulatory Information:
(1) Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories;
(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
FLSA Status: Exempt Employment Type: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Requisition Type: Management Location: Seattle - Hangar Featured Job: 0 L:: #LI-B
Guided by our purpose, core values, and leadership principles, we are creating an airline people love. Our corporate teams set the strategies and operational plans to ensure the success of our company. Whether we use our expertise in accounting, human resources, finance, planning, legal, marketing, or any of our operational divisions, our shared passion for travel and our guests is what motivates us to achieve excellence each day. If you share our passion for creating an airline people love, we want to hear from you.
Role Summary:
The Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist is a liaison between the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Alaska Airlines Maintenance and Engineering (M&E) division to ensure the highest standards of Airworthiness are maintained. As an individual contributor, the Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist is a subject matter expert in the development and implementation of an integrated, comprehensive Safety Management System (SMS) for the M&E division incorporating procedures to identify and maintain compliance with current safety-related legal, regulatory, and statutory requirements.
Key Duties:
- Exercises considerable judgement to liaise between the FAA and Alaska’s M&E division to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Research to provide explanations to Federal Aviation Regulations, regulatory policies and procedures to ensure compliance with internal and external standards and controls.
- Acts as a subject matter expert in analyzing regulations to make recommendations to M&E leadership to support compliance with aviation industry and FAA regulatory standard.
- Conducts quality compliance review of Self Disclosures and Compliance Actions and analyze corrective actions and process improvements in response to review findings.
- Partners and coordinates with legal department to identify potential risk and other matters, including assistance with civil penalty mitigation.
- Assists in overseeing SMS for the M&E division to ensure it incorporates procedures to identify and maintain compliance with current safety-related legal, regulatory, and statutory requirements.
- Supporting liaison between M&E division and all other division within Alaska airlines supporting compliance with our SMS program.
Required
- A minimum of 4 years of aviation airworthiness regulatory compliance experience or related area.
- Bachelor’s degree or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
- Effective communication skills (e.g., verbal, written, and listening).
- Detail-oriented and highly organized, with ability to multi-task and work independently with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Minimum age of 18.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred
- Airframe and Power Plant license
Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.
Salary Range: $99,850 - $149,800 / year Salary Details:
Pay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to location, relevant experience/level and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon employees. Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate.
Note: We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.
- Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
- Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
- Generous 401k match program
- Annual bonus plans
- Generous holiday and paid time off
For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement
It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.
We also prohibit discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
We have established an EEO Compliance Program under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 503”) and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (“VEVRAA”). All applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. In addition, we have established an audit and reporting system to allow for effective measurement of its equal employment opportunity activities.
To implement this policy, we will:
(1) Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories;
(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
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A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Aerospace & Defense
- Technology & Software
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in compliance specialist jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, or a related field required
- Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) or equivalent certification preferred
- Working knowledge of Washington state regulations and applicable federal compliance frameworks
- Three or more years of compliance experience in financial services, healthcare, or technology
- Demonstrated ability to conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and policy reviews
- Strong written communication skills for preparing regulatory reports and compliance documentation
Compliance Specialist Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a compliance specialist in Washington?
Most compliance specialist roles in Washington require a bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, or a related field, plus relevant industry experience. Washington does not issue a state-specific compliance license, but employers consistently expect credentials such as the Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) through the Compliance Certification Board or the Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) for banking roles. Starting in risk, audit, legal operations, or a regulated industry like healthcare or financial services is the most reliable path into compliance work in Washington.
How much do compliance specialists make in Washington?
Compliance specialists in Washington earn a median of about $113,700 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,690 for the lowest 10% to over $172,300 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire compliance specialists in Washington?
Employers hiring compliance specialists in Washington right now include Amazon, ARMADA, and Insitu, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's concentration of large technology, aerospace, and healthcare organizations means compliance teams here typically focus on data privacy, export controls, and healthcare regulatory requirements.
Which Washington cities have the most compliance specialist jobs?
Seattle, Kent, and Pasco have the most compliance specialist openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue drive the majority of postings because of the region's density of major technology firms, financial institutions, and healthcare systems, while Olympia consistently generates openings tied to state government agencies and regulated industries operating under Washington state oversight.
Are there remote compliance specialist jobs in Washington?
Yes, and more than most fields, because compliance work is largely desk-based, document-driven, and does not require physical presence at a facility. About 40% of compliance specialist openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how well the role adapts to distributed work. Policy review, regulatory research, training development, and audit coordination are the functions most commonly offered remotely.
How can I get hired as a compliance specialist in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from an adjacent role in audit, legal operations, risk analysis, or quality assurance within a regulated Washington industry like healthcare, banking, or technology. Large Washington employers including Providence Health, Banner Bank, and Washington state agencies regularly post compliance analyst and compliance coordinator roles that are designed for candidates with limited direct compliance experience but strong analytical or regulatory backgrounds. Earning a foundational credential like the Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) before applying strengthens your candidacy considerably.
Where can I find and apply to compliance specialist jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to compliance specialist jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across industries and experience levels. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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