Compliance Coordinator

Job Title
:
Compliance Coordinator

Company
:
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)

Location
:
Paducah, KY / Cairo, IL;
Baton Rouge or New Orleans, LA;
Houston, TX

Job Type
:
Full-Time;
Salary

Join ACBL in a dynamic role where you'll help drive compliance excellence across the organization! As a Compliance Coordinator, you'll play a vital role in supporting regulatory survey activities and ensuring all departments meet international, federal, and state maritime requirements.

You’ll help maintain strong compliance programs through audit support, documentation control, and regulatory reporting, while contributing to the continuous improvement of our compliance and safety management systems. If you're detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about upholding high standards, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact at ACBL!

• Track each vessel's internal survey window and related compliance items (COI inspections, Drydock/ISEs, etc.) to ensure surveys are completed on time and scheduled to minimize operational downtime.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (port captains, maintenance, operations, compliance) to schedule surveys and optimize vessel availability.
• Prepare and submit required documentation to the TPO, as applicable.
• Maintain organized records of survey reports, photos, and compliance documentation in company systems.
• Track all survey-related deficiencies and monitor corrective actions through closure.
• Communicate with USCG and our TPO as needed.
• Assist in tracking and analyzing trends across surveys to identify systemic risks and improvement areas.
• Assist with continuous improvement of TSMS and survey programs.
• Communicate status updates to the surveyor and relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment and accountability.
• Develop and distribute internal communications or articles highlighting key trends, findings, and lessons learned.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Must develop (or possess) working knowledge and experience with industry standards and best practices.
• Must develop (or possess) a working knowledge of USCG and government regulations, more specifically 46 CFR parts 136-144 (Subchapter M - Towing Vessels).
• Must pass OSHA HAZWOPER and IC 100-300, 700 and 800 courses and maintain those certifications.

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years of compliance‑related experience.
• Must develop (or possess) a working knowledge of government regulations applicable to inland and near coastal marine transportation (USCG, MTSA, VRP, VSP, FSP etc.).

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Employee Assistant and Wellness Programs for your well-being
• Being part of a supportive, innovative, and forward‑thinking team

Exempt

Equal Opportunity Employer

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