Labor Standards Investigator (Compliance Specialist 2) Seven (7) Permanent Positions

The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) is proud to be an equalopportunityaffirmative 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.

BOLIWage and Hour Division is currently hiring seven Labor Standards Investigator (Compliance Specialist 2) positions. The primary purpose of these positions is to support effective compliance and enforcement of Oregons wage and hour laws. These are permanent SEIU-represented positions consisting of six full-time and one part-time role.This recruitment may be used toestablisha list of qualified candidates and to filladditionalvacancies as they occur.

Note:We are committed to fostering a supportive flexible work environment. This is ahybridpositionwithweekly in-person requirementsfor meetings site visits and other in-office responsibilities.The successful candidate may work from the Portland Salem or Eugene office and may be eligible for a hybrid schedule. Fluency in Spanish (speaking reading and writing) ispreferred and a 5% bilingual pay differential is available when bilingual skills areand after successful completion of a bilingual assessment.

Hereswhat you will do:

Below is a sample of job duties.It is not meant to encompass all duties.

• Conduct investigations by collecting reviewing and analyzing records evidence documents and datarelevant to the investigation.

• Conduct on-site inspections toascertainstatus of compliance with laws.

• Conduct researchutilizingvarious online databasesandwebsitesto collect critical case details and information.

• Interview claimants/complainants employers attorneys union representatives public officials witnesses and others and document interviews through written statements and contact reports.

• Perform complex wage calculationsusing Microsoft Exceland analyze a high volume of claims and complaints to insuretimelyprocessingin accordance withDivision performance standards.

• Monitor employer business practices conduct compliance reviews andaudits and consult with other government agencies to clarify regulatory issues and support enforcement activities.

• Interpret and apply relevant laws rules and policies to case findings todetermineoutcomes or prepare cases for administrative hearings or referral to the Department of Justice for litigation.

• Facilitate dispute resolution through mediation negotiation or referral and negotiate settlements and compliance agreements with employers and other stakeholders to recover wages and ensure compliance.

• Prepare correspondencedemand letters orders of determination settlement agreements compliance agreements and other written documentation.

• Participate in task forcesresearch changes in state or federal laws and perform special assignments or other duties as assigned.

This Is What You Need to Qualify:

Four years experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or decide compliance with program guidelines and regulations. Two of the four years must be above the technical support level.

Note: college-level course work may substitute for experienceon the basis of45-quarter units per year up to a maximum of three years.

The ideal candidate willpossessthe following desired skills and attributes:

• Experience managing a high-volume caseload (e.g. cases claims investigations or similar workload) with the ability to prioritize tasks and consistently meet deadlines.

• Ability to research interpret and apply complex laws rules policies and procedures todeterminecompliance.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to explain complex legal or regulatory information to individuals from diverse backgrounds using a culturally responsive approach.

• Experience conducting interviews with employees employers witnesses and other parties to assess compliance with statutes and administrative rules.

• Experience conducting investigations including collecting and analyzing evidence performing audits and completing complex wage calculations todeterminecompliance or violations.

• Experience preparing clear detailed written reports summarizing investigations findings and recommendations for use in administrative hearings or court proceedings.

• Experience mediating or negotiating settlements between parties.

• Preferred:Ability to speak read and write Spanish fluently.

Why Join Us:

Our mission...

Led by Labor Commissioner Christina Stephenson the Bureau ofLaborand Industries (BOLI)workto 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 ahighly skilledworkforce 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:

Daily contactvia phone email mail and/or in-personwith employees employerswitnessesand others who may be hostileangryor otherwise emotionally volatile. Must be able tomaintainobjectivitynegotiateand resolve adversarial and emotional disputes with tact and diplomacy. Interviews and on-site investigations may occasionally be conducted at the employers work sites which may be indoors or outdoors. Work sites may be hot cold wet cramped and/or dirty. Position requires occasional evening and/or weekend work and occasional travel to perform field work that may involve overnight stays. Drivers license valid in the state of Oregon and acceptable driving record is.

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 onTuesdayMay5 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 theminimum qualifications andrequested skillsand attributeslisted 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 skillsand attributes.The 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 andskillsand attributeslisted 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.

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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

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

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