City of Atlanta Government

Compliance Analyst - Open Records

Atlanta, GA In person Full-time
  • Posting Expires: 10/28/2026
  • Salary Range: $51,035.56 - $58,000.00
  • General Description and Classification Standards
  • The DCP Office of Buildings (OOB), Compliance Analyst (GE09) primary responsibility is managing the
  • Office of Buildings compliance with the Georgia Open Records Act. Responsible for ensuring the detailed
  • completion of all standard work or assigned task in an organized professional fashion. Communicates
  • effectively and professionally to keep all parties engaged, working towards the common goal.

Supervision Received

  • Works under very general supervision. Depending on organization structure, may work independently or
  • in teams, with responsibility for an assigned function or program. Reports to the Project Manager II, in
  • Operations. who is over Open Records.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.
  • May perform other duties as assigned. Essential functions may include, but are not
  • limited to the following:
  •  Sound understanding of the Georgia Open Records Act to include: O.C.G.A.§50-18-73,§ 50-18-
  • 72, § 35-1-18, and § 50-18-74.
  •  Researching and interpreting regulations: Staying current with applicable laws and regulations
  • within the industry, including updates and amendments to the Georgia Open Records Act,
  • O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, et. Seq.
  •  Conducting compliance audits and assessments: Evaluating company operations and
  • procedures to identify potential areas of non-compliance with the Georgia Open Records Act,
  • O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, et. Seq.
  •  Developing and implementing compliance policies: Creating internal policies and procedures
  • to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements of the Georgia Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. §
  • 50-18-70, et. Seq.
  •  Monitoring compliance activities: Regularly reviewing company practices to identify any
  • deviations from compliance standards of the Georgia Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70,
  • et. Seq.
  •  Identifying and mitigating risks: Assessing potential compliance risks and recommending
  • corrective actions to address them.
  •  Reporting compliance issues: Documenting and escalating any compliance concerns to office
  • leadership and the Chief Transparency Officer.
  •  Providing compliance training: Educating employees on company compliance policies and
  • procedures in the Georgia Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. § 50-18-70, et. Seq.
  •  Collaborating with other departments: Working with different teams within the organization to
  • ensure compliance across all functions.
  •  Liaising with regulatory agencies: Communicating with relevant regulatory bodies as needed.
  •  Ensures efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy of all Open Records related functions through the
  • use of Permitting software that includes Accela Automation, HIPS, Passport software systems
  • and management controls.
  •  Expands areas of subject matter expertise by researching and keeping up with potential changes
  • to the Georgia Open Records Act.
  •  Perform other duties as assigned.
  •  Have excellent time management and communication skills, as you may collaborate with external
  • and internal teams to deliver results on deadlines.
  •  Lead other related administrative or operations processes within the department provided they
  • have similar level of professional challenge
  •  Perform other duties as assigned.
  •  Supplemental back-up for processing refund requests
  •  Submit reproduction requests to Action Blueprint

Decision Making

Establishes work methods, timetables, and performance standards for assigned projects in alignment with

the Enterprise Program Manage Office Standards.

Leadership Provided

  • Does not have formal supervisory authority over a specified work group. However, routinely provides
  • knowledge-based guidance, and/or training to less experienced staff in relation to projects and key
  • departmental initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • This is a partial listing of the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job
  • successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.
  •  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  •  Detail-oriented with excellent attention to accuracy
  •  Strong understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks
  •  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  •  Strong writing and documentation skills
  •  Good business management skills, including organization, planning, time management and
  • prioritization.
  •  Self-starter, self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently. Has critical thinking
  • skills with effective judgement and decision making.
  •  Working knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
  •  Excellent research skills
  •  Ability to plan and meet crucial legal deadlines

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent with 1-3 years of work experience. Excellent writing, communication,

and analytical skills. 2-4 years proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel

Preferred Education & Experience

  • Familiarity with laws, rules, and regulations related to the Georgia Open Records Act.
  • 1-4 years of experience with Accela Automation or other permitting software, HIPS, Passport Software
  • and other historical software databases. Proficiency in digitizing all types of film to include, microfilm,
  • microfiche, aperture cards.
  • Essential Capabilities and Work Environment
  • Extensive sitting in one spot and some required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are
  • requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

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