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Strides Pharma Inc

DEA Manager

Spring Valley, NY · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Position summary The DEA Manager is responsible for ensuring the company maintains strict compliance with all DEA regulations and applicable state-level controlled substance laws. This role manages ...

VENESCO LLC

Attorney - DEA

Arlington, VA · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

The DEA and the Department of Justice are participating in this litigation as a Friend of the Court. This position will be hybrid, requiring you to be onsite in Arlington two days/week. An active ...

VENESCO, LLC

Attorney - DEA

Arlington, VA · Hybrid

$110K - $125K/yr

The DEA and the Department of Justice are participating in this litigation as a Friend of the Court. This position will be hybrid, requiring you to be onsite in Arlington two days/week. An active ...

Venesco LLC

Attorney - DEA

Arlington, VA · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

The DEA and the Department of Justice are participating in this litigation as a Friend of the Court. This position will be hybrid, requiring you to be onsite in Arlington two days/week. An active ...

Enviri Corporation

Driver Assistant DEA

Gary, IN · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

The Driver Assistant DEA will act as a witness to the packaging, videotaping, and destruction of DEA waste. Assistant will also help in other areas when needed including the segregation of waste ...

QuVa Pharma

DEA Compliance Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Our DEA Compliance Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring the highest quality and safety standards of our pharmaceutical products. Once you complete our training, your responsibilities will ...

QuVa Pharma

DEA Compliance Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Our DEA Compliance Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring the highest quality and safety standards of our pharmaceutical products. Once you complete our training, your responsibilities will ...

AMRI

DEA Specialist I

Springfield, MO · On-site

DEA Compliance Specialist I in Springfield, MO Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives Curia is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with ...

New

curiate.co

DEA Specialist I

Springfield, MO

DEA Compliance Specialist I in Springfield, MO Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives Curia is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with ...

New

Enviri Corporation

Driver Assistant DEA

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

Act as a witness at customer locations where DEA controlled substances are involved. * Ride along with a CDL Driver to assist with duties at their stops. * Video the destruction process of DEA ...

curiate.co

DEA Specialist I

Springfield, MO

DEA Compliance Specialist I in Springfield, MO Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives Curia is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with ...

New

Enviri Corporation

Driver Assistant DEA

Gary, IN · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

The Driver Assistant DEA will act as a witness to the packaging, videotaping, and destruction of DEA waste. Assistant will also help in other areas when needed including the segregation of waste ...

Clean Earth

Driver Assistant - DEA

Compton, CA · On-site

$21/hr

* Act as a witness at customer locations where DEA controlled substances are involved. * Ride along with a CDL Driver to assist with duties at their stops. * Video the destruction process of DEA ...

Curia, Inc.

DEA Specialist I

Springfield, MO · On-site

DEA Compliance Specialist I in Springfield, MO Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives Curia is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with ...

CGI Inc.

Warehouse Specialist - DEA

Quantico, VA · On-site

$24.07/hr

Warehouse Specialist - DEA Category: Administration Main location: United States, Virginia, Quantico Position ID:J0426-0663 Employment Type: Full Time U.S. - CGI Federal roles - What we do matters By ...

Enviri Corporation

Driver Assistant DEA

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

Act as a witness at customer locations where DEA controlled substances are involved. * Ride along with a CDL Driver to assist with duties at their stops. * Video the destruction process of DEA ...

Clean Earth

Driver Assistant - DEA

Compton, CA · On-site

$21/hr

* Act as a witness at customer locations where DEA controlled substances are involved. * Ride along with a CDL Driver to assist with duties at their stops. * Video the destruction process of DEA ...

Enviri Corporation

Driver Assistant DEA

Compton, CA · On-site

$21/hr

Act as a witness at customer locations where DEA controlled substances are involved. * Ride along with a CDL Driver to assist with duties at their stops. * Video the destruction process of DEA ...

adareps

Senior Manager, DEA Compliance

Vandalia, OH · On-site

Position Senior Manager, DEA Compliance Location Vandalia, Ohio Summary The Senior Manager DEA Compliance will implement and maintain policies; provide input into strategy policies and practices for ...

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DEA Manager

Strides Pharma Inc

Spring Valley, NY • On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Position summary

The DEA Manager is responsible for ensuring the company maintains strict compliance with all DEA regulations and applicable state-level controlled substance laws. This role manages the day-to-day requirements for handling controlled substances, including quota management, licensing, ARCOS reporting, Suspicious Order Monitoring (SOM), material movement, and maintaining accurate records to ensure audit readiness at all times


Roles and Responsibilities

  • Manages a team supporting State Licensing, Suspicious Order Monitoring (SOM) and DEA.
  • Manages and submits DEA procurement quota applications.
  • Maintains and renews DEA, State, and Board of Pharmacy licenses and registrations for all company facilities.
  • Oversees the generation and execution of DEA 222 forms for the transfer and procurement of Schedule II controlled substances.
  • Acts as the primary point of contact during DEA and State Board of Pharmacy inspections and audits.
  • Liaises with Procurement and the DEA regarding the import/export of control substances and completes required documentation.
  • Prepares, reviews, and submits accurate and timely ARCOS reports to the DEA; Ensures accurate reporting of year-end and biennial inventories across all facilities.
  • Conducts internal audits of controlled substance vaults, cages, and manufacturing areas to ensure physical security and record-keeping compliance.
  • Drafts, reviews, and updates Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to the handling, storage, and distribution of controlled substances.
  • Monitors federal and state legislative changes regarding controlled substances; advises management on the impact of new regulations and implement necessary operation shifts.
  • Coordinates all controlled substance destruction with the warehouse and the Environmental, Health & Safety department.


Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Science, PharmD preferred
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience
  • Strong knowledge of DEA and FDA regulations


Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, or climb stairs/ladders for extended periods while performing duties within the plant.
  • Occasional lifting or moving of materials or equipment (generally up to 25–40 lbs).
  • Frequent use of hands and eyes for computer work, and documentation.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gowns, gloves, or respirators when entering manufacturing areas.
  • Capacity to work in cleanroom environments, which may involve temperature variations, or noise.

Must be able to travel between facilities as needed