Compliance Investigator 1-3 (CPG)

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance Coverage

Parental Leave

Sick and Annual Leave

Holidays

Job summary

LA State Licensing Board for Contractors seeks a Compliance Investigator to independently investigate alleged violations of Louisiana’s Contractors’ Licensing Law and ensure statewide compliance. The role combines fieldwork, legal/regulatory research, reporting, and public education, with opportunities to present findings in Board hearings and courts.

The position requires strong investigative skills, excellent written communication, and the ability to work autonomously across multiple regions.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in accounting, auditing, administrative services, building inspection, real estate appraisal, law enforcement, investigations, or related licensing work.
• Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR
• Bachelor's degree; experience substitution rules apply as described in the job posting.

Responsibilities

• Visit and audit construction projects statewide to ensure contractors comply with the Contractors’ Licensing Law.
• Verify contractors and subcontractors are properly licensed for the work performed.
• Assess and document project status and crafts present during site visits.
• Prepare complete, court-worthy reports and maintain case information.
• Investigate formal complaints and follow up on leads regarding licensing violations.
• Research court records, filings, and business records to verify allegations.
• Compile evidence and produce court-ready investigative reports for review by leadership.

Skills

Investigative skills

Analytical skills

Laws & regs interpretation

Written communication

Public education

Organizational skills

Independent work

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About this Job

The mission of the LSLBC is to protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the public dealing with those engaged in the contracting vocation; to afford such persons an effective and practical protection against the unlawful and fraudulent acts of contractors with whom they contract; and to maintain the integrity of the construction industry. Further, the Board shall monitor construction projects to ensure compliance with the licensure requirements of the statutes.

The Compliance Investigator 1-3 position is responsible for independently investigating alleged violations of Louisiana’s Contractors’ Licensing Law and ensuring compliance across construction projects statewide. Under the direction of senior enforcement leadership, the role combines field investigations, legal/regulatory research, report preparation, and public/contractor education. It also includes presenting findings at Board hearings or in court and collaborating with local, state, and federal partners.

Key Competencies & Qualifications

• Strong investigative and analytical skills.


• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations.


• Excellent written communication and report-writing abilities.


• Effective verbal communication for public education, interviews, and testimony.


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to work independently and manage statewide field assignments.


• Professional judgment and integrity in handling sensitive information


• Collaborative mindset for working with multiple agencies and stakeholders.

Why This Opportunity Is Unique

• High-impact work that safeguards the public and strengthens Louisiana’s construction industry.


• A dynamic blend of field investigation, legal research, reporting, and public engagement.


• Opportunities for professional growth through exposure to statewide enforcement operations.


• Independence and autonomy in managing investigations across diverse project sites.


• The chance to represent the Board in hearings, court settings, and public forums.

This announcement may fill vacancies statewide in any of the following regions

• New Orleans


• East Baton Rouge


• Acadiana


• Lake Charles


• Central


• Northwest

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of experience in accounting, auditing, administrative services, building inspection, real estate appraisal, law enforcement, investigations, or in the issuance or recommendation of medical licenses; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field; OR

A bachelor's degree.

Experience Substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Visit and audit construction projects statewide to ensure contractors comply with the Contractors’ Licensing Law.


• Verify that contractors and subcontractors are properly licensed for the work performed.


• Assess and document project completion status and crafts present during site visits.


• Prepare complete, court-worthy reports and maintain all case information in the ARLS recordkeeping system.


• Investigate formal complaints and follow up on leads regarding possible licensing law violations.


• Research court records, Secretary of State filings, bankruptcy or judgment documents, criminal backgrounds, and business records to verify or disprove allegations.


• Compile evidence and produce court-ready investigative reports for review by the Enforcement Director.


• Prepare comprehensive investigation reports and activity summaries.


• Educate unlicensed contractors and members of the public on how to obtain proper licensure.


• Interpret and explain licensing laws, regulations, and requirements to contractors, attorneys, prosecutors, and criminal investigators.


• Represent the Board at meetings, conferences, conventions, and other forums as assigned.


• Assist in training new investigators and support ongoing investigations as needed.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational

Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:

• Insurance Coverage — More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/


• Parental Leave — Up to six weeks paid parental leave. More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx


• Sick and Annual Leave — State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.


• Holidays and Leave — State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
  
  
  
  • New Year's Day
  
  
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  
  
  • Mardi Gras
  
  
  • Good Friday
  
  
  • Memorial Day
  
  
  • Independence Day
  
  
  • Labor Day
  
  
  • Veteran's Day
  
  
  • Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
  
  
  • Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
  
  
  
  


• Retirement — State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):
  
  
  
  • Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
  
  
  • Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
  
  
  • Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
  
  
  
  

Contact

Nikki Lopez-Crawford

LA State Licensing Board for Contractors

[e-mail]

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Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.