Licensing Specialist (Compliance Specialist 2) - Bilingual English/Spanish Required

State of Oregon

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you a mission-driven professional with a passion for public service and a commitment to ensuring the health and safety of children in child care settings? If you excel at working independently, enjoy solving complex problems, and are adept at interpreting and applying regulations within an administrative framework, you will find this position both meaningful and rewarding. If you are a natural educator, have a forward-thinking approach, and thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments, this role may be for you. The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care is excited to announce a permanent opening for a Bilingual English/Spanish Licensing Specialist (Compliance Specialist 2). This position requires that the successful applicant is fluent in Spanish and English. Please note, for performing bilingual services, you will receive an additional 5% differential in addition to your base salary. This position will work a hybrid schedule of working in the office and alternate location (home). You will be expected to come into the office, as needed, to prepare for facility visits. Child Care facilities are located throughout Multnomah, Clackamas, and Columbia counties. Do you have questions about the role or application process? Join us for a virtual Informational Session on Wednesday, March 18th, from 12:00PM – 12:30PM (PDT). Speak directly with the hiring manager, learn more about the position, and get your questions answered! You're welcome to join the informational session at any time, but we highly recommend joining us right at 12PM. This will help ensure the manager can share all the key details just once and leave plenty of time to answer everyone's questions. We look forward to connecting with you! Save the link below to use on the day of the session and feel free to share it with others who may be interested. [Use this link to attend the meeting on the 18th] The informational session will be conducted using TEAMS. If you're new to TEAMS or joining from a mobile device, check out these instructions beforehand. We look forward to connecting with you! About the Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC): At DELC, we are dedicated to helping Oregon’s young children and families learn and thrive. As the state agency responsible for early learning programs, child care licensing, and family support services, we play a crucial role in shaping the future of Oregon’s children from birth to kindergarten. We administer state-funded early learning programs, including home visiting and site-based infant, toddler, and preschool services. We also develop coordinated systems through Early Learning Hubs and collaborate with Child Care Resource and Referral organizations to provide training, coaching, and quality improvement opportunities for early learning providers. With over 275,000 young children in Oregon, we have a unique opportunity to transform early childhood support systems, creating a brighter future for families across the state. Research shows that investing in early childhood has lifelong benefits, and now is your chance to be part of an agency making a lasting impact for generations to come. Why Join Our Team? We are passionate about equity in early childhood education. At DELC, we value dedication, integrity, and collective wisdom, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace where all employees can thrive. We challenge ourselves to lead with courage, refine practices, and drive meaningful change for children and families statewide. If you are ready to make a difference and help shape Oregon’s future, we would love to have you on our team!

Requirements

• 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.
• To meet the Special Qualifications of this position, you must be fluent (read, speak, and write) in English and Spanish.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with interpreting, performing, and presenting statutes, laws, rules and policies to partners and community members with varying levels of understanding.
• Experience implementing or assessing compliance with health and safety regulations through on-site inspections.
• Adept at managing simultaneous tasks, adjusting priorities in real-time, and addressing unexpected challenges as they arise.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and consistent accuracy in work.
• Experience preparing and delivering professional presentations to diverse audiences.
• Self-directed and effective in remote, field-based roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Access) and strong written communication skills (spelling, grammar, and editing/proofreading).
• Experience or practical knowledge of how health and safety regulations influence early childhood education practices

Responsibilities

• These positions promote the health, safety, and well-being of children in child care facilities by regulating and licensing various programs, including regulated subsidies, family child care, and center-based care.
• Responsibilities include conducting licensing visits, compliance reviews, and investigations of complaints or unlawful care.
• Licensing Specialists apply complex federal, state, and local regulations while providing technical assistance and consultation to providers.
• They collaborate with agencies such as fire marshals, public health officials, and child care resource organizations.
• Serving one or more counties, they ensure licensing and review functions align with DELC equity policies and practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family, plus optional benefits like life and disability insurance, deferred compensation, and flexible spending accounts.
• Work-Life Balance: 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 1 special day, monthly sick leave, and vacation accruals that increase every 5 years.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential federal loan forgiveness after 120 qualifying payments.
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, welcoming workplace committed to equity and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

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