Field Investigator - Eastern Oregon

State of Oregon • Union, NJ

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Construction Contractors Board (CCB) is actively working toward a future where economic disparities do not dictate outcomes for Oregonians from underrepresented or marginalized communities. As a community partner, our organization is committed to identifying and dismantling racial inequities while providing equity-based support. Enhancing opportunities for building and advancing racial equity is an ongoing effort, not a one-time project. The CCB demonstrates unwavering commitment to all Oregonians, regardless of their social, cultural, racial, or other status. We believe that the values and principles embedded in our programs provide a solid framework for building upon past successes and continuing this work on an everyday basis. Our mission... The Enforcement Division is managed by the Enforcement Manager who leads and directs the agency enforcement program. The Enforcement Division is responsible for 3 sections: Field Services, Compliance, and Dispute Resolution sections. Overall, the Enforcement section is focused on serving and protecting the public by responding to inquiries, complaints and construction related violations. The Field Investigation section conducts site visits to assess compliance with state licensing requirements, statutes, rules and law. The Compliance section applies applicable statutes and rules to allegations of noncompliance when received from the field and reviews new license applicants for suitability. The Dispute Resolution section accepts complaints from the public and other contractors and mediates those disputes. This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Union (AFSCME). The CCB is hiring a Full-Time, permanent, Field Investigator. The classification for this position is a Compliance Specialist 2. Bilingual Encouraged | Spanish & English: While this position does not require bilingual language skills, there is a need in the communities that we serve, and all are encouraged to apply. However, preference may be given to candidates who are able to speak, read, and write Spanish fluently. A Job offer will be contingent upon passing test(s) evaluating your proficiency in the bilingual requirements of the position. Bilingual differential pay is provided to positions that are assigned to use a language other than English to fulfill their job duties within their position. Bilingual differential pay is 5% of the employee's base pay.

Requirements

• 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.
• This position does require experience in a regulatory industry or program.
• A valid driver’s license and a good driving record are required.
• The person in the position will use a State of Oregon vehicle for travel through the state.
• A pre-employment check will be accomplished using information retrieved from Oregon Department of Transportation’s – DMV Division.
• The role of this employee requires special skills with people, special knowledge of onsite- live investigation techniques and in person deescalation experience.
• This position requires a willingness to travel long distances and stays out of the defined coverage area for up to 1 week at a time once a month.
• The job also requires the ability to remain calm during conflict, strong powers of observation, and common mediation techniques.
• This position also requires knowledge of basic contract and construction law.
• This employee must be able to spot illegal issues that need gained compliance through assistance by the agency.
• Advanced Communication Skills (Oral and Written)
• Strong Analytical, Evaluation, and Problem‑Solving Abilities
• Effective Time Management and Independent Decision-Making
• Collaborative Relationship-Building and Technical Proficiency
• Uses computer software to compile, analyze, and report information
• Interprets and applies laws, rules, and regulations to compliance situations
• Compiles findings into clear recommendations for action.

Nice To Haves

• Preference may be given to candidates who are able to speak, read, and write Spanish fluently.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret information relating to violation in accordance with the rules of evidence for active and non-active jobsites.
• Uses generally recognized investigative techniques.
• Conduct on-site review to determine compliance.
• Apply and interpret governing statutes, administrative rules, policies, and procedures relevant to violations.
• As an agent of the board, has the authority to impose sanctions on violators.
• Prepare investigative reports with exhibits showing evidence of a violation that may be used in an administrative hearing or court of law.
• Testify as a witness in contested case hearings.
• Issue citations to violators and prepare compliance reports on violations observed in field.
• Use De-escalation skills to diffuse elevated conversations in person on jobsites.

Benefits

• Bilingual differential pay is provided to positions that are assigned to use a language other than English to fulfill their job duties within their position.
• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service
• Work/life balance
• 11 paid holidays a year
• a competitive benefits package
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed