Field Investigator (Compliance Specialist 2)

Initial Posting Date:

04/27/2026

Application Deadline:

05/11/2026

Agency:

Department of Consumer & Business Services

Salary Range:

$4,954 - $7,587

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Field Investigator (Compliance Specialist 2)

Job Description:

This position will be located in either Salem or Medford, based on the successful candidate’s location and finalized when the job offer is made.

Our mission...

To equitably protect and empower consumers and workers while maintaining a predictable yet innovative regulatory environment for the businesses we regulate.

The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to the mission of protecting and serving Oregon's consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers' compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses.

This position is with the Building Codes Division (BCD). BCD adopts and enforces the statewide building code relating to the construction, reconstruction, alteration and repair of buildings and other structures and the installation of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical devices and equipment.

This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees union (AFSCME).

Recruitment Timeline:

*These dates are approximate and are subject to change. *

Recruitment closes: May 11, 2026

1st round interviews: week of May 18, 2026

2nd round interviews: week of May 25, 2026

Anticipated start date: June 15, 2026

What’s in it for you:

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment

• Colleagues who are passionate about public service

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package

• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon

• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

This position is eligible to telework on a part-time basis once the incumbent has gained the proficiency to perform work independently. However, regular, scheduled office hours are also required.

Here’s what you will do:

As a Field Investigator, you will investigate violations of statutes and rules governing the Oregon Specialty Codes to include identifying and interviewing violators and witnesses: including, but not limited to, inspectors and homeowners/property owners. Duties include:

• Collecting, analyzing and interpreting information relating to the violation in accordance with the rules of evidence using generally recognized investigative techniques

• Conducting on-site reviews to investigate and determine compliance

• Engaging in field surveillance activities to identify violations of specialty codes, licensing and permit requirements, and when necessary, working with other state agencies and local jurisdictions

• Issuing citations to violators and preparing compliance reports on violations observed in field surveillance activities

• Applying and interpreting governing statutes, administrative rules, specialty codes, policies and procedures relevant to violations

• Preparing investigative reports with exhibits showing evidence of a violation that may be used in an administrative hearing or court of law

• Testifying as a witness in contested case hearings

• Assisting and collaborating with the Contested Case Representative in the development of cases

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities of this position, please review the position description.

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years of 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 experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three years.

Requested Skills:

• Experience conducting fact finding investigations including gathering and evaluating evidence and conducting interviews

• Ability to clearly communicate regulatory requirements to a wide variety of individuals orally and in writing

• Ability to analyze facts to develop recommendations related to potential violations and outcome of a case

• Experience providing testimony in a deposition or hearing

Application information:

• A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach them in the “Resume / Cover Letter” section of the application.

• Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications and requested skills listed above and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.

• You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video interview as part of the application screening process.

Additional information:

• Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, an employee pay assessment will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered.  The assessment 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 you are 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 successful candidate must have a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Before an offer of employment, DCBS may request that you provide an official driving record.

• This position is subject to a fingerprint background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

• 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.

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans, Disabled Veterans & State Servicemembers. NOTE: If claiming preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks in the “My Tasks” section at the top of the Candidate Home page.

• We hire preferred workers!  For more information, please visit our website: Preferred Worker Program.

• The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) 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 Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. DCBS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Helpful links and contact information:

Learn more about DCBS

DCBS Career Fairs and Workshops

Understanding the State Application Process

Help and Support webpage

For more information you may contact us by e-mail at DCBS.Recruiting@dcbs.oregon.gov.

DCBS is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.  For more information, please visit our diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging webpage.