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Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Coordinate and document internal regulatory processes, such as internal audits, inspections, license renewals, or registrations. May compile and prepare materials for submission to regulatory agencies.

Annual openings

793

Median wage

$82,450

Typical education

Bachelor's degree

Growth 2026–2032

+8%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Typical education

Bachelor's degree

Credential requirement

Credential requirements not reported

Work experience

Moderate on-the-job training and experience is expected.

Salary/Demand information crosses multiple jobs in multiple industries.
There is a shortage of environmental workers that keep up with regulatory changes in Colorado.

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Work style

The type of work can vary by job and employer.

  • With childrenNo
  • On a computerYes
  • OutdoorsNo
  • With your handsNo

Interests it draws on

  • Government
  • Public Administration

Automation exposure

Low exposure

Tasks here lean on judgement and people skills that are hard to automate.

A typical day

  1. Coordinate efforts associated with the preparation of regulatory documents or submissions.
  2. Communicate with regulatory agencies regarding pre-submission strategies, potential regulatory pathways, compliance test requirements, or clarification and follow-up of submissions under review.
  3. Prepare or direct the preparation of additional information or responses as requested by regulatory agencies.
  4. Coordinate, prepare, or review regulatory submissions for domestic or international projects.
  5. Prepare or maintain technical files as necessary to obtain and sustain product approval.
  6. Interpret regulatory rules or rule changes and ensure that they are communicated through corporate policies and procedures.
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