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Status Examiner (Compliance Specialist 1) - Multiple permanent positions!

LocationSalem | OED | Employment Building
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
Company size10,000+ people
First seen2d ago
Last seen3h ago
Initial Posting Date:
09/17/2026
Application Deadline:
09/27/2026
Agency:
Employment Department
Salary Range:
$4,519 - $6,276
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Status Examiner (Compliance Specialist 1) - Multiple permanent positions!
Job Description:
Are you looking to join a dynamic friendly team? Do you have excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management skills? Do you thrive on providing superior customer service in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities? If so, please consider joining our team and apply today!
About the company
At the Oregon Employment Department, we actively support a workforce that is representative of the people we serve including people from various races, genders, abilities, cultures, language skills, geographic locations, and justice system involvement. We value your life experiences and encourage everyone to apply with your transferable skills and qualifications from your work, school, and volunteer experiences. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The purpose of this position is to independently determine employers’ liability for Unemployment Insurance coverage and Paid Leave Oregon coverage by accurately interpreting and applying complex regulations and the law under Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 657 and Chapter 657B and Oregon Administrative Rules chapter 471. Assign tax rates and impose penalties in a variety of compliance situations where independent judgement is required to select which procedures to follow. Provide assistance and advice necessary to assure the proper reporting of payroll subject to Employment Department laws.
For a complete review of the position and responsibilities, please click here.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Required Minimum Qualifications
Two years experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action, or decide eligibility or compliance with program guidelines and regulations.
Note: college-level course work may substitute for the experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year of experience
Desired Attributes
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Commitment to valuing diversity and promoting inclusion.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a wide range of internal/external customers.
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Demonstrates strong judgment and decision-making skills when evaluating information and determining appropriate actions.
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Works independently in fast-paced hybrid work environment with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy, productivity, and accountability.
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Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with others.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:
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A workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment and encourages learning and mentoring.
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Rewarding work in a dynamic and creative environment with colleagues who are passionate about public service.
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Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package.
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!
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HOW TO APPLY:
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Required: Attach a resume and cover letter**.** Your cover letter must not exceed two (2) pages. Please make sure your cover letter clearly addresses the desired attributes and minimum qualifications you have under the “What We Are Looking For” section above. Please upload your documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of the application. We strongly recommend reviewing your application after submitting it to confirm that all required documents were successfully attached. If you need help viewing a submitted application in Workday, for internal state employees refer to the Jobs, Search & Apply article and scroll down to Review Submitted Applications for step-by-step instructions, for external applicants who are not employed by the state of Oregon, refer to the Search for Jobs and Apply article.
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External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link above to fill out the online application and submit by the posted closing date. Please use your preferred name on application materials.
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Current State of Oregon employees (this includes temporary employees): Apply through your employee Workday account. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up-to-date and reflects your current position.
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Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.
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The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. Immediately after you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
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Once the job posting closes, you will no longer have access to view it. Click on the job title in the My Application section to save a copy for your reference if you’d like to be able to refer back to the posting and contact information.
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Failure to follow any instructions in this announcement may result in disqualification from further consideration in the recruitment process.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
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During the application process, the State of Oregon does not request nor require information regarding an applicant’s age, date of birth, or educational attendance or graduation dates.
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The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
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This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
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This recruitment may be used to fill current and future Permanent, Limited Duration, Job Rotation and Temporary vacancies as they occur.
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The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS‑qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.
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Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.
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Salary Determination: The information in your Workday profile will be used to complete an equal pay assessment to determine salary placement upon hire.
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United States Employment Eligibility: The Oregon Employment Department does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards. The Oregon Employment Department is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I‑9 acceptable documents (See page 2) for employment verification.
IN-STATE HYBRID WORK INFORMATION:
Candidates may be approved for hybrid work. Hybrid work suitability is evaluated based upon business needs at the time of hire. Hybrid work approval can be revoked at any time. Candidates are expected to:
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Reside within (or be willing to relocate to) Oregon, or one of its bordering states within a reasonable commuting distance (e.g. Vancouver, Washington) within 30 days from date of hire.
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Be able to report to the office location listed in the job posting, as necessary.
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Demonstrate access to a broadband internet connection that meets or exceeds the minimum acceptable requirements; Click Here to view the minimum acceptable requirements. OED IT Services will provide the necessary hardware to employees who are approved for remote work.
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Have a private workspace.
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Maintain good standing (i.e., no performance or attendance issues).
CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK:
The Employment Department is committed to being a leader in providing its employees with fair and equal employment opportunities and recognizes that as a best practice in equity and inclusion, criminal background check policies shall be job related and consistent with business necessity. For positions with authorized access to FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) information, a separate criminal records check is conducted by the Oregon State Police. If you would like further information on how each criminal records check is conducted, please read our Criminal Record Check Policy or contact us at the number below with any questions. To verify identification, the successful candidate will be subject to a criminal background check which may require a fingerprint-based background check as a condition of employment.
CONTACT INFORMATION & HELPFUL LINKS:
If you have questions about the position or need an alternate format to apply, please contact us at 503‑947‑1289; [email protected]. Please be sure to include the job requisition ID number.
Guidance our hiring managers use: Equity and Inclusion Recruitment Question Guide and Gender Identity and Expression Procedure Reasonable Accommodations | Veterans Resources | How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ Interview Scoring Criteria used during recruitment | What You Need to Know to Get the Job
Come for a job. | Stay for a career. | Make a difference … for a lifetime!
The Oregon Employment Department is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer, committed to workforce diversity. At the Oregon Employment Department, we foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to maintain a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, veteran status, disability, or status as a victim of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking. This applies to every aspect of our employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, and training.
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