Safety Compliance Officer (Occupational Safety Specialist 2)

Oregon Inc; Tigard (OR); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Oregon OSHA, part of the Oregon Department of Consumer & Business Services (DCBS), seeks a Safety Compliance Officer to evaluate safety conditions, investigate incidents, and enforce the Oregon Safe Employment Act. The role includes training and assisting employers and employees to maintain compliant workplaces.

Ideal candidates bring strong technical safety knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to work with diverse groups.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience as an industrial safety representative or safety officer or
• Bachelor's/Associate degree as listed in qualifications

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety evaluations and investigations.
• Take enforcement actions to ensure compliance with the Oregon Safe Employment Act.
• Provide abatement assistance and training for employers and employees.
• Explain and apply safety regulations to employers and workers.

Skills

Technical safety knowledge

Strong communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial safety or occupational safety and health

Associate degree in industrial safety or occupational safety and health with 2+ years experience

4 years in industrial safety/regulatory enforcement

Job description

Safety Compliance Officer (Occupational Safety Specialist 2)# Oregon Job Opportunities## Safety Compliance Officer (Occupational Safety Specialist 2)Apply: Hybrid Work Optional: Tigard | DCBS: Full time: Posted Today: REQ-209012**Initial Posting Date:**11/09/2026**Application Deadline:**11/30/2026**Agency:**Department of Consumer & Business Services**Salary Range:**$5,458 - $8,352**Position Type:**Employee**Position Title:**Safety Compliance Officer (Occupational Safety Specialist 2)**Job Description:****\\*Note: this position will receive a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase of 4% which is not reflected in the salary listed in this posting. The effective date of the increase is January 1, 2027 and will be paid in the February 1, 2027 paycheck.*****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 Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA). Oregon OSHA is responsible for assuring safe and healthful working conditions for Oregon workers through promulgation and enforcement of Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, and by providing education and consultation to employees and employers.This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).Recruitment Timeline:\\*These dates are approximate and are subject to change.\\*Recruitment closes: November 30, 20261st round interviews: December 7-10, 20262nd round interviews: December 11, 2026Anticipated start date: January 18, 2027**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 ProgramThis 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 Safety Compliance Officer, you will conduct safety evaluations and investigations, take enforcement action in a broad range of workplaces to ensure employer compliance with the Oregon Safe Employment Act, conduct technical training and provide abatement assistance for employers and employees.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:* One year of experience performing duties of an industrial safety representative or safety officer OR * A bachelor's degree in industrial safety or occupational safety and health OR * An associate degree in industrial safety or occupational safety and health and two years of industrial safety or regulatory enforcement program experience OR * Four years of industrial safety or regulatory enforcement program experienceRequested Skills:* Strong technical occupational safety program knowledge* Outstanding professional communication skills, including verbal and written skills* Strong problem solving skills, including the ability to assist other staff with solving problems* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups* Demonstrated skill applying specific well defined rules and procedures to work performance* Demonstrated team player skills, including the willingness to collaborate, share information, and contribute to the team's success* Experience making decisions independently* Experience in the cable yarding timber harvesting (logging) industry, such as, but not limited to, experience in the mechanical timber harvesting industry such as feller buncher operator, skidder operator, forwarder operator, processor / loader operator, and/or tethered logging equipment operator* Experience in the mechanical timber harvesting (logging) industry, such as, feller buncher operator, skidder operator, forwarder operator, processor / loader operator and/or tethered logging equipment operator* Preference may be given to candidates who are able to speak, read, and write Spanish fluently**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, such as H-1B or F-1 STEM CPT/OPT.** 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 DCBSDCBS Career Fairs and WorkshopsUnderstanding the State Application ProcessHelp and Support webpageFor more information you may contact us by e-mail at [e-mail].**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****.**