Senior Civil Rights Investigator (Civil Rights Investigator 2) Limited Duration

This Is What You Need to Qualify:

Four years of experience related to the class concept that includes specialized experience where the primary duties consisted of 1) collection of information gathering and analysis of facts and making conclusions and recommendations.

OR

Gathering developing and presenting information for the purpose of education ortraining.

OR

ABachelors degree in Business Administration Public AdministrationLawor other related field and one year of experience described above.

The ideal candidate willpossessthe following desired skills and attributes:

• Experience managing multiple investigations or cases simultaneously including prioritizing work tracking deadlines andmaintainingaccuratecase records and files.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills including the ability to evaluate complex information (documents data witness statements) and identify key legal and factual issues.

• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn and apply relevant laws regulations policies and legal standards to support sound case findings and ensure compliance.

• Proficiencyin writing clear concise and legally sufficient reports findings and agreements.

• Experiencefacilitatingsettlement discussions mediation or structured negotiations in sensitive or complex situations.

• Strong organizational confidentiality and technical skills including use of case management systems data tracking tools and standard office software.

Why Join US

Our mission...

Led by Labor Commissioner Christina Stephenson the Bureau ofLaborand Industries (BOLI) work 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 including regular and frequent use of desktop computer to access.

• Microsoft Office applications and internal IMPACT database among others.

• Daily contact with thegeneral public attorneys and others involved inhighly sensitivesituations and who may be angry hostile or otherwise emotionally volatile.

• Travel including some overnight travel both in and out of state as well as travel in adverse weatherconditions and during nighttime hours may beon an infrequent basis.

• Investigators will need to transport laptops large files boxes of files and other equipment which may weigh up to 25 pounds each.

• When conducting investigations investigators may beto work flexible hours or more than 8 hours in a day.

Whats In ItForYou

• Work/life balance vacation sick leave 11 paid holidays a year and personal days off

• Competitive benefits package including medical vision and dental

• Pension and retirement programs

• Employee Resources

• 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 eligibilityfor thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program

How to Apply

Please Note:Applications must besubmittedno later than 11:59 PM PDT/PST onWednesday May11 2026.

• Click on the link above to complete youronline applicationandsubmitby the posted closing date and time.

• The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearlydemonstratehow you meet the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above.

• All applicants(internal and external)mustsubmitaresumeandcover letter as the information in Workday does not substitute for the application requirements. Your cover letter should clearlydemonstratehow your experience and training align with the minimum qualifications and requested skills and attributes listed in the posting.

• Your cover letter must be limited to no more than two (2) pages.

• Generic cover letters that do not address the qualities that you have under the requested skills section may receive lower scores than those that addressed therequested skills and information in your resume and cover letter will be used todeterminewhich candidates move forward in the process.

• Clearlydemonstratein yourresume andcover letter how you meet all the minimum qualifications andskills and attributes listed above.

• Failure tosubmitthe required resume and cover letter may remove your application from consideration.

• Please do notinclude picturesin your application materials. Applications that do not meet this requirement will bedeemedineligible for consideration as they do not meet the requirements of the posting.

• Be sure to check Workday and your email foradditionaltasks and updates.Aftersubmittingyour application check your Workday inbox and email foradditionalrequired tasks including the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire. These tasks must be completed before the recruitment closes. Current State of Oregon employees will receive these tasks in their Workday inbox.

• Answer the checkbox-style questions in the questionnaire.This screen will come after yousubmityour application whichcompletestheprocess.If you are a current State of Oregon employee the tasks will come to your Workday inbox.

• 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.

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Additional Information

• Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017 a pay equity analysis will be conducted todeterminewhat 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.

• This is a PERS qualifying position. Employees new to the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) will get a 6.95% base salary increase and will pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS afteran initialsix-month waiting period.If you are already a PERS member this positions base salary will includea6.95% increase for employee contribution.

• Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a criminal background check. Adverse background information may result in disqualification.

• Work Authorization- The Bureau of Labor and Industries does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire all applicantsare required tocomplete the US Department of Homeland Securitys Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States with the appropriate documentation.Learn more.

• The Bureau of Labor and Industries is an E-Verify employer and uses E-Verify to confirm that hiresare authorized towork in the United States. For more information please visit.

• The successful candidate will furtherBOLIs North Starguiding principles of integrity respect empowerment and trust. At BOLI we lead with integrity and model fairness to fulfill our mission to make Oregon the best place to live and work.

• The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessment examinations and/or interview prohibited. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

• This recruitment will be used toestablisha list of qualified candidates to fill the current position and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

• BOLIis compliant with SB 907 (2025)effective January 1st 2026.Please do not include any age-related information such as graduation dates in your application.For candidateswho are existing state employees pleasenote that you might need to remove existinggraduationdatesfromthe education section of your candidate profilefor your application to go throughin Workday.

Employment Preference

Veterans preference:

• Veterans preference information.

• How to submit your Veteran documents for preference.

Please do not attach your Veterans preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

If you have a disability or otherwise require an application in an alternate formattocomplete the process you may contact us at:

Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries

Human Resources

1800 SW 1st Ave Suite 500

Portland OR 97201

Phone

Fax

• The recruiter for this position is Lisa SantiagoHR Analyst 2. If you contact the recruiter please include the job requisition number (REQ#)

• Email:

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