BBB National Programs

BBB National Programs is where businesses turn to enhance consumer trust and consumers are heard.

Privacy Specialist, Youth Privacy

WHO WE ARE

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a more accountable and trustworthy marketplace. As the foremost thought leader on industry self-regulation, we are shaping the way that businesses and consumers interact with one another. As the home of U.S. independent industry self-regulation, we are currently operating more than a dozen globally recognized programs that have been helping enhance consumer trust in business for more than 50 years. Our programs provide third-party accountability and dispute resolution services that address existing and emerging industry issues, create a fairer playing field for businesses, and a better experience for consumers. We continue to evolve our work and grow our impact by providing business guidance and fostering best practices in arenas such as advertising, child-and-teen-directed marketing, data privacy, dispute resolution, automobile warranty, technology, and emerging areas.

ABOUT THE SAFE HARBOR PROGRAM

Since its inception 50 years ago, the Children’s Advertising Review Unit (CARU), a division of BBB National Programs, helps companies comply with laws and guidelines that protect children from deceptive or inappropriate marketing. BBB National Programs operates the nation’s first FTC-approved Safe Harbor Program under the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and monitors child-targeted media to ensure that advertisements are truthful, accurate, appropriate, and in compliance with applicable guidelines, including COPPA. 

YOUR IMPACT

As the Privacy Specialist, Youth Privacy, you will advise our COPPA Safe Harbor program participants to ensure compliance with COPPA, CARU’s Privacy Online Guidelines and other applicable laws and best practices. Your deep knowledge of the legal landscape coupled with your expertise in digital forensics, data collection analysis, and/or artificial intelligence will help the organization further develop its compliance efforts in the children and teen spaces. You will work with Safe Harbor and CARU team members to ensure the program is meeting its obligations and commitments to the Federal Trade Commission as well as deliver thought leadership to participants via blogs and webinars. In addition, you will contribute to the thought leadership and development of the TeenAge Privacy Program (TAPP).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide guidance and support on child-related technology and privacy issues to stakeholders.
• Assess Safe Harbor participant online services for compliance with COPPA and other applicable laws and best practices.
• Research, develop, and maintain appropriate tools and documentation to assess privacy and security features of Safe Harbor online services including websites, mobile apps, and video games.
• Create project plans and manage projects according to internal project management standards.
• Maintain ongoing communication with COPPA safe harbor participants through written compliance alerts, tips and webinars.
• Constantly monitor and stay abreast of new US federal and state laws and regulations affecting children data privacy and online safety.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

Must have:

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of experience
• Working knowledge of relevant privacy laws and regulations including COPPA, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Age-Appropriate Design Codes, and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Strong Office 365 and other similar skills

Let us know if you have:

• JD or bar admission in any US jurisdiction 
• Prior experience working in data privacy, AI, or data security
• CIPP (or equivalent) certification
• Major law firm, in-house or government experience
• Technical expertise in network technology, software development, and/or gaming 

WHAT WE OFFER:

At BBB National Programs, we bring a growth mindset as we advance our mission and strive to foster trust, innovation, and competition in the marketplace, while cultivating a team of talented and engaged professionals who seek out new challenges and opportunities to catalyze our progress. We are an inclusive organization, bringing a dynamic environment that supports our employees and the meaningful work we do.

Health & Welfare Benefits: You will be offered a comprehensive plan offering health, dental and vision plans, paid short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

Financial Well-Being: Build your retirement savings with our 401k plan matching up to 7% of your contributions.

Time Off: You will have flexibility for the time you need off from work. We offer a variety of plans including vacation, personal, and wellness leave.

Wellness: We promote physical and mental wellness by providing a fully equipped on-site fitness center in our offices and an employee assistance program.

Environment: Our modern headquarters in McLean, VA provides the space for creativity and collaboration, and the technology resources so you can be at your best. We believe that an inclusive workforce is a strength in fulfilling our mission.

BBB National Programs is Great Place to Work® Certified and has been named as a Best Place to Work for Working Daughters. 

BBB National Programs is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer.