BOLI MediatorConciliator (Compliance Specialist 3)
BOLI MediatorConciliator (Compliance Specialist 3)
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
09/23/2025Application Deadline:
10/14/2025Agency:
Bureau of Labor and IndustriesSalary Range:
$5842 - $8967Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
BOLI Mediator/Conciliator (Compliance Specialist 3)Job Description:
***Current Internal State of Oregon employees please use your employee Workday account go to Jobs Hub Find Jobs to apply.
***All others To apply for this position click on the Apply link above to fill out the online application and submit by the posted closing date.
The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) is proud to be an equal opportunity affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups women individuals with disabilities veterans LGBTQIA2S community members and others to apply.
BOLI has an opening for a BOLI Mediator/Conciliator (Compliance Specialist 3) position in BOLIs Alternative Dispute Resolution Unit (ADR Team) in the Legal Policy Division of the Agency. This position may be based out of BOLIs headquarters in Portland Oregon or in BOLIs offices in Salem or Eugene. The successful candidate may also be eligible to work a hybrid schedule.
This is a permanent full-time SEIU represented position. This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they occur.
Whats In It For You
Permanent full-time employment
Work/life balance vacation sick leave 11 paid holidays a year and personal days off
Competitive benefits package including medical vision and dental
Advancement opportunity within BOLI and other State agencies
Opportunity to expand your technical and professional skills
Work with others who are passionate about public service
Make a difference in the lives of Oregonians
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
What You Will Be Doing
This is a sampling of job duties. It is not meant to encompass all duties.
Providing high-quality dispute resolution services through mediation and/or conciliation including full-day mediation sessions and assistance in final settlement drafting
Offering a safe and confidential platform for parties to communicate to reach a negotiated settlement agreement
Answering questions and providing information on BOLI mediation services
Adhering to performance standards including time to resolution deadlines
Promptly communicating with parties and their counsel as well as investigative Divisions regarding the status of mediation
Updating case management systems and maintaining assigned case files
Supporting dispute resolution through application of the Mediator/Conciliators advanced knowledge all of the laws enforced by BOLI Civil Rights and/or the Wage and Hour Division
Identifying and defining issues of the dispute between the parties; applying and interpreting appropriate statutes rules policies and case law to promote understanding of the underlying issues and what must be resolved
Managing 70-100 matters in mediation and/or conciliation per year subject to fluctuations in referrals complexity of cases and individualized circumstances
Why Join Us
Our mission...
Led by Labor Commissioner Christina Stephenson the Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) works to ensure that Oregon jobs are good jobs where workers get paid what they are owed and have a discrimination-free work environment. BOLI protects workers rights through enforcement of state labor laws ensures adherence to civil rights law in public spaces and housing promotes the development of a highly-skilled workforce through registered apprenticeship programs and provides training and confidential assistance to Oregon employers so they have the tools they need to comply with workplace rules.
Working Conditions
Professional office environment; regular use of laptop computer and Microsoft 365 applications.
Daily contact with the general public attorneys and others who are involved in highly sensitive situations and who may be angry hostile or otherwise emotionally volatile
Some in-state/overnight travel may be required on an infrequent basis. Travel in adverse weather conditions and during night hours may be required.
May require the transportation of transport laptops large files boxes of files and other equipment which may weigh up to 25 pounds each.
When engaged in conciliations and mediations this position may require a flexible schedule or more than 8 hours of work in a day.
Employee may be required to use a state vehicle to conduct business; must have a valid drivers license and a good driving record or be able to provide an acceptable alternate method of transportation.
At times weekend and evening work will be necessary to meet customer demands and case deadlines
This Is What You Need to Qualify
Minimum Qualifications:
Five years of experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or decide compliance or eligibility with program guidelines and regulations. Three of the five years must be above the technical support level.
College-level course work may substitute for experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year up to a maximum of three years.
Required Skills:
Minimum 40-hour training and education on mediation skills and techniques
Serving as a mediator or participating in over 20 mediations as a party representative and/or advocate
Demonstrated knowledge of Oregon employment laws
Professional commitment to alternative dispute resolution
Familiarity with different mediation styles and approaches to problem-solving in legal settings
The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes:
Ability to provide high-quality mediation and conciliation services that will lead to resolution for parties
Knowledge of best practices to perform mediations consistent with due process principles confidentiality rules ethics and other laws pertinent to the fair administration of dispute resolution services at BOLI
Advanced and effective verbal and written communication skills
Experience practicing independent judgment to determine a course of action based on laws rules policies and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively with people from a wide variety of life experiences education levels and communication preferences
Experience writing narrative reports or settlement documents sufficient for use at administrative hearings or in court
Experience explaining procedures and technical requirements in a tactful clear and concise manner
Preference may be given to candidates with professional competencies in Spanish Russian Vietnamese or other commonly used languages in the State of Oregon
Individuals with professional competencies in Spanish Russian Vietnamese or other commonly used languages in the State of Oregon are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click on the Apply link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date.
The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above.
Attach your current resume and cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired attributes for this position. Failure to attach requested documents may result in your application being removed from consideration. These attributes will be used to determine which candidates move forward in the process.
For Internal Applicants (current state employees) your Workday Work History Profile does not meet the minimum expectation of attaching your resume. Please carefully follow all the How to Apply instructions to be considered for this position.
Be sure to check Workday and your email for additional tasks and updates. After submitting there may be additional required tasks for you to complete prior to the announcement closing.
Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes. If you have questions about the job announcement please contact the Recruiter.
Additional Information
Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017 a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience education training and certifications documented in the application materials. On average candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range.
The salary range listed is the non-PERS eligible rate. If youre already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible after 6 months of employment the salary range will increase by 6.95% and the required 6% employee retirement contribution will be deducted from your pay.
The State of Oregon does not request or require your age date of birth attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process. This information may be required after the interview process depending on the requirements of the position.
Veterans Preference - Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans preference. If you checked that you are a veteran we will ask you for your documents later in the process. Click on the following link for additional information on Veterans Preference.
Employment will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.
Work Authorization - The Bureau of Labor and Industries does not offer visa sponsorships. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future you will not meet our agency employment eligibility standards. Within three days of hire you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States.
If you have a disability or otherwise require an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process you may contact us at:
Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries
Human Resources
1800 SW 1st Ave Suite 500
Portland OR 97201
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
