Senior Civil Rights Investigator (Civil Rights Investigator 2) Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred (but not required)

Initial Posting Date:

08/04/2025

Application Deadline:

09/08/2025

Agency:

Bureau of Labor and Industries

Salary Range:

$5,419 - $8,314

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Senior Civil Rights Investigator (Civil Rights Investigator 2) Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred (but not required)

Job Description:

***Current Internal State of Oregon employees please use your employee Workday account – go to Jobs Hub – Find Jobs to apply.

***All others – To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" link above to fill out the online application and submit by the posted closing date and time.

For Internal Applicants (current state employees) – your Workday Work History Profile does not meet the minimum expectation of attaching your resume and cover letter.  Please carefully follow all the ‘How to Apply’ instructions to be considered for this position.

The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) is proud to be an equal opportunity; affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S community members, and others to apply.

BOLI has an opening for at least five Senior Civil Rights Investigators (Civil Rights Investigator 2) position(s) in the BOLI Civil Rights Division. These positions will be based in our Portland, Eugene and/or Salem offices. The successful candidate may also be eligible to work a hybrid schedule and be in office 1-3 days per week based on business need(s).

These positions are permanent, full-time, SEIU represented position(s). This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they occur.

What's In It For You

• Permanent, full-time employment
• Work/life balance, vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays a year, and personal days off
• Competitive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental
• Pension and retirement programs
• Advancement opportunity within BOLI and other State agencies
• Opportunity to expand your technical and professional skills
• Work with others who are passionate about public service
• Make a difference in the lives of Oregonians
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

What You Will Be Doing

Below is a sampling of job duties. It is not meant to encompass all duties.

• Investigate allegations of violations involving more than 50 civil rights laws to determine whether there is substantial evidence of unlawful discrimination, retaliation, or both.
• Interview witnesses via telephone or in person (at BOLI’s offices or elsewhere), as well as using email and other electronic means.
• Obtain and review documents using both requests for information and administrative subpoenas, as well as reviewing other data sources such as proprietary databases and information available from other government agencies.
• Manage and maintain case files (including information on the agency’s IMPACT database) in an organized manner suitable for review or transfer at any time, without notice.
• Analyze evidence gathered in the course of the investigation, which may include use of spreadsheets and other tools to assist with such analysis.
• Review of applicable statutes, rules, and regulations to assess whether there may be substantial evidence of the alleged violations.
• Facilitate settlement negotiations between the aggrieved person and respondent at any time during the investigation through conciliation or mediation, as appropriate, pursuant to OAR 839-003-0055.

Why Join Us

Our Mission...

Led by Labor Commissioner Christina Stephenson, the Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) works to ensure that Oregon jobs are good jobs, where workers get paid what they are owed and have a discrimination-free work environment.  BOLI protects workers’ rights through enforcement of state labor laws, ensures adherence to civil rights law in public spaces and housing, promotes the development of a highly-skilled workforce through registered apprenticeship programs, and provides training and confidential assistance to Oregon employers so they have the tools they need to comply with workplace rules.

Working Conditions:

• Professional office environment, including regular and frequent use of desktop computer to access Microsoft Office applications and internal IMPACT database, among others.
• Daily contact with the general public, attorneys, and others involved in highly sensitive situations and who may be angry, hostile, or otherwise emotionally volatile.
• Travel, including some overnight travel both in and out of state, as well as travel in adverse weather conditions and during nighttime hours, may be required on an infrequent basis.
• Investigators will need to transport laptops, large files, boxes of files and other equipment, which may weigh up to 25 pounds each.
• When conducting investigations, investigators may be required to work flexible hours or more than 8 hours in a day.

This Is What You Need to Qualify:

Minimum Qualifications:

Four years of experience related to the class concept that includes specialized experience where the primary duties consisted of 1) collection of information, gathering and analysis of facts, and making conclusions and recommendations; OR 2) gathering, developing, and presenting information for the purpose of education or training; OR

A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Law or other related field and one year of experience described above.

The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes

• Skill in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and recommend solutions.
• Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Skill in considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Skill in understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Skill in being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Skill in bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
• Skill in comparing conflicting statements and making credibility determinations.
• Although not required, the ideal candidate will exhibit fluency in Spanish and/or in other languages relied upon as primary language by a significant number of Oregon workers and members of the general public.

How To Apply

• Click on the "Apply" link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date.
• The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above.
• Attach your current resume and cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired attributes for this position. Failure to attach requested documents may result in your application being removed from consideration. These attributes will be used to determine which candidates move forward in the process.
• Be sure to check Workday and your email for additional tasks and updates. After submitting there may be additional required tasks for you to complete prior to the announcement closing.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes. If you have questions about the job announcement please contact the Recruiter.

Additional Information

• Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered.  The analysis 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’re 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.
• Veterans’ Preference - Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process. Click on the following link for additional information on Veterans’ Preference.
• Employment will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.
• Work Authorization - The Bureau of Labor and Industries does not offer visa sponsorships. 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 Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States.

If you have a disability or otherwise require an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process, you may contact us at:

Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries

Human Resources

1800 SW 1st Ave, Suite 500

Portland, Or 97201

Phone (503) 400-7332

Fax (503) 400-7332

Helpful Links

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