Field Investigator - Eastern Oregon

State of Oregon; Salem; On-site; INR 480,000 - 735,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rewarding work

Public service

Work/life balance

11 paid holidays

Job summary

The Construction Contractors Board is seeking a Field Investigator to cover eastern Oregon and travel statewide as required. This role performs investigations, data analysis, and on-site reviews to ensure compliance with licensing statutes and regulations.

You will prepare formal reports, testify when needed, and issue citations to violators. Spanish bilingual skills are encouraged; a bilingual differential pay exists.

Qualifications

• Four years’ experience doing administrative research including gathering and evaluating facts to support compliance decisions.
• Experience in regulatory environments preferred but substitutions may apply.
• College-level coursework may substitute for up to three years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Investigations and data analysis on live job sites to assess compliance.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret information related to violations with proper evidentiary standards.
• Conduct on-site reviews to determine compliance with statutes and rules.
• Apply governing statutes, rules, policies, and procedures to violations.
• Prepare investigative reports with exhibits for hearings or court.
• Testify as a witness in contested cases and issue citations.
• Explain findings and provide compliance recommendations.

Skills

Advanced communication

Analytical thinking

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 10/08/2026 Application Deadline: 10/19/2026 Agency: Construction Contractors Board Salary Range: $4,954 - $7,587 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Field Investigator - Eastern Oregon

Job Description: Enforcement Field Investigator – Compliance Specialist 2

To serve both our consumers and contractors effectively, the regional coverage area for this position spans Morrow, Grant, Umatilla, Union, Wallowa, Baker Counties; travel outside of these areas is required during specific months of the year for up to a week at a time. Based on business and operational needs, the candidate should reside within the following counties for consideration: Union, Umatilla. 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.

Here’s what you will do: Investigations and Data Analysis

Uses critical thinking skills and investigative experience while applying the rules and statutes in practical application on live jobsites for fact analysis. This position requires daily travel.

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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: This position does require experience in a regulatory industry or program) 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.

Special Requirements

The person in the position will use a State of Oregon vehicle for travel through the state. A valid driver’s license and a good driving record are required. A pre‑employment check will be accomplished using information retrieved from Oregon Department of Transportation’s – DMV Division.

Field Investigator Specifics

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.

Requested Skills/Desired Attributes

Advanced Communication Skills (Oral and Written) Demonstrates proven ability to communicate clearly with diverse audiences; explains complex technical and regulatory information in understandable terms; uses proper grammar and structure; prepares concise written reports; establishes rapport to gather information through interviews; and effectively manages conversations with difficult or angry individuals.

Strong Analytical, Evaluation, and Problem‑Solving Abilities Gathers, reviews, and analyzes data individually and in teams; identifies essential information from written material; evaluates information for accuracy and compliance with standards; determines causes of errors; resolves conflicting data or allegations; and makes sound judgments about the importance or quality of situations.

Effective Time Management and Independent Decision‑Making Applies strong organizational and time‑management techniques; independently resolves problems and develops solutions with minimal guidance; maintains control of meetings involving multiple parties; and confidently navigates challenging, sometimes secluded, jobsite interactions including discussions around illegal activity.

Collaborative Relationship‑Building and Technical Proficiency Builds and maintains effective working relationships with people from varied backgrounds; uses computer software to compile, analyze, and report information; interprets and applies laws, rules and regulations to compliance situations; and compiles findings into clear recommendations for action.

Working Conditions

This position is assigned to a mobile workplace, and the work is performed in a variety of locations.

Business needs require this position to be assigned as a mobile worker. Mobile work may encompass a district, region, or other geographic location. Although work is generally done in the field throughout the State of Oregon, follow‑up reports can be completed from home or office during designated times.

The employee may also work in the office recording investigation information, train with other staff, and participate in section meetings and training whenever requested by the Enforcement Manager.

Daily and overnight travel (for up to one week several times a month) from work location to statewide locations will be required.

This employee may deal with angry, sometimes irrational people, in person on a daily basis.

This position will be assigned a variable schedule. The working hours will take place between a specific set of hours between 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, depending on the workload. These hours change frequently during sweeps, coordinated operations, or as needed for scheduled mediations. (alternative schedule requests are subject to approval by management).

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