Regulatory Compliance Specialist Jobs in Texas
Regulatory Compliance Specialist jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in energy and petrochemical regulation, financial services compliance, and healthcare regulatory affairs, and openings at every level from entry-level compliance analyst through senior specialist. Houston, Dallas, and Austin drive the bulk of hiring, where large, established employers like ExxonMobil, JPMorgan Chase, and Dell Technologies maintain significant compliance teams. Professionals with expertise in environmental, health and safety regulation or SEC and banking compliance are especially sought after across the Texas market. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
The Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Manager will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company's Food Safety Management System (FSMS). This role is responsible for compliance with USDA FSIS, FDA FSMA, Texas DSHS, HACCP, GMP, SSOP, Food Defense, Food Recall, Traceability, and Environmental Monitoring requirements.
Essential Responsibilities
· Lead regulatory compliance programs for USDA FSIS, FDA, and Texas DSHS.
· Prepare the facility for USDA FSIS Grant of Inspection.
· Develop and maintain HACCP, Food Safety Plan, GMP, SSOP, EMP, Listeria Control, Allergen Control, Recall, Traceability, Supplier Approval, Food Defense, and Food Fraud Prevention programs.
· Oversee raw material inspections, in-process quality control, finished product verification, CAPA, and non-conforming product management.
· Lead USDA, FDA, Texas DSHS, third-party, and customer audits.
· Maintain audit-ready documentation and regulatory records.
· Train employees on GMP, HACCP, Food Safety, Sanitation, Food Defense, and Regulatory Compliance.
· Collaborate with Production, Operations, Warehouse, Procurement, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
Minimum Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Microbiology, Nutrition, or related field.
· Minimum 5 years of food manufacturing QA/Food Safety experience.
· Minimum 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
· Strong knowledge of HACCP, FDA FSMA, and food manufacturing regulations.
· Excellent English communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
· USDA FSIS experience.
· Meat processing or frozen food manufacturing experience.
· Ready-to-Eat (RTE) food manufacturing experience.
· SQF, BRCGS, or FSSC 22000 experience.
· Environmental Monitoring and Listeria Control experience.
Preferred Certifications
· HACCP Certification
· PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual)
· SQF Practitioner
· Internal Auditor Certification
Pay: $86,959.19 - $92,580.17 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Position Summary
The Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Manager will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company's Food Safety Management System (FSMS). This role is responsible for compliance with USDA FSIS, FDA FSMA, Texas DSHS, HACCP, GMP, SSOP, Food Defense, Food Recall, Traceability, and Environmental Monitoring requirements.
Essential Responsibilities
· Lead regulatory compliance programs for USDA FSIS, FDA, and Texas DSHS.
· Prepare the facility for USDA FSIS Grant of Inspection.
· Develop and maintain HACCP, Food Safety Plan, GMP, SSOP, EMP, Listeria Control, Allergen Control, Recall, Traceability, Supplier Approval, Food Defense, and Food Fraud Prevention programs.
· Oversee raw material inspections, in-process quality control, finished product verification, CAPA, and non-conforming product management.
· Lead USDA, FDA, Texas DSHS, third-party, and customer audits.
· Maintain audit-ready documentation and regulatory records.
· Train employees on GMP, HACCP, Food Safety, Sanitation, Food Defense, and Regulatory Compliance.
· Collaborate with Production, Operations, Warehouse, Procurement, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
Minimum Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Microbiology, Nutrition, or related field.
· Minimum 5 years of food manufacturing QA/Food Safety experience.
· Minimum 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
· Strong knowledge of HACCP, FDA FSMA, and food manufacturing regulations.
· Excellent English communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
· USDA FSIS experience.
· Meat processing or frozen food manufacturing experience.
· Ready-to-Eat (RTE) food manufacturing experience.
· SQF, BRCGS, or FSSC 22000 experience.
· Environmental Monitoring and Listeria Control experience.
Preferred Certifications
· HACCP Certification
· PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual)
· SQF Practitioner
· Internal Auditor Certification
Pay: $86,959.19 - $92,580.17 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in regulatory compliance specialist jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in law, business, finance, or a related field required
- Familiarity with Texas state agency regulations such as TCEQ, TDLR, or TDI
- Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) credential preferred by many employers
- Three or more years of experience in regulatory, legal, or audit functions
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply federal and state regulatory requirements
- Strong written communication skills for drafting compliance reports and policy documents
Regulatory Compliance Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a regulatory compliance specialist in Texas?
Most employers in Texas require at least a bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, or a closely related field. While Texas does not issue a single state license for this role, many positions require familiarity with specific Texas regulators such as the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, or the Texas Department of Insurance. Earning a recognized credential like the CCEP or a Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager designation strengthens your candidacy significantly.
How much do regulatory compliance specialists make in Texas?
Regulatory compliance specialists in Texas earn a median of about $75,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $45,170 for the lowest 10% to over $126,920 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire regulatory compliance specialists in Texas?
Employers hiring regulatory compliance specialists in Texas right now include Witt O'Brien's, Baker Tilly Canada, and CAE, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, financial services, and healthcare companies means compliance teams here tend to be large and specialized, creating consistent demand across industries.
Which Texas cities have the most regulatory compliance specialist jobs?
Dallas, Houston, and Austin have the most regulatory compliance specialist openings in Texas. Houston's dominance reflects its deep bench of energy, petrochemical, and environmental compliance employers, while Dallas draws heavily from financial services and insurance headquarters, and Austin's growing tech and semiconductor sector has expanded its compliance hiring considerably in recent years.
Are there remote regulatory compliance specialist jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many compliance-adjacent roles, because much of the work involves document review, policy analysis, and reporting rather than on-site inspections. About 70% of regulatory compliance specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of many responsibilities. Roles focused on environmental site inspections or physical audits are the most likely to require an in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a regulatory compliance specialist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a compliance analyst or regulatory coordinator role, which large Texas employers in energy, banking, and healthcare use as structured entry points. Companies like major Houston-area refiners and Dallas-based regional banks regularly bring in candidates from auditing, paralegal, or government agency backgrounds to fill junior compliance positions. Completing a CCEP exam prep course or earning an entry-level ethics and compliance certificate before applying demonstrates commitment and gives you a concrete edge over other candidates without direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to regulatory compliance specialist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to regulatory compliance specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and the Texas industries you want to work in, and apply directly to each one.
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