Posting number: 224839
Department: LA St Bd-Contractors Licensing
Job classification: COMPLIANCE INVESTIGATOR 4
Posting type: Open
Categories: Investigative, Miscellaneous, Audit
OUR MISSION
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.
OF ROLE
The Compliance Investigator 4 (Public Information) serves as a senior-level investigator and the agency’s primary authority on public information, public records, and criminal background processes. The role coordinates the agency’s public records program, manages complex public information requests, conducts specialized and high-level investigations, and ensures accurate interpretation of licensing laws and regulations. It also supports enforcement operations by preparing court-ready reports, managing compliance directives, assisting with violation fines, and responding to subpoenas and court orders. Additionally, the position plays a major communication role by preparing press releases, newsletters, legislative updates, and ensuring website accuracy. This investigator engages directly with the public, contractors, attorneys, and other officials, often managing sensitive cases and collaborating with law enforcement and federal agencies.
What Makes the Opportunity Exciting or Unique
High-Visibility Public-Facing Role - This position represents the agency in handling all public information requests, legislative updates, press releases, and media-sensitive matters—offering a unique blend of investigative expertise and public communication.
Specialized, High-Level Investigative Work – The role conducts sensitive investigations, supports federal and state law enforcement with urgent or high-profile matters, and prepares reports used in prosecutions or board actions—making the work meaningful and impactful.
Unique Combination of Enforcement and Public Relations - Few roles combine compliance investigations with public information management, legal interpretation, media communication, and educational outreach, creating a multifaceted and dynamic professional experience.
Broad Stakeholder Interaction - The position works with homeowners, contractors, attorneys, media, permit offices, agency leadership, and federal law enforcement, providing rich relationship-building opportunities and diverse daily work.
Important Impact on Public Trust and Compliance - By ensuring transparency, accurate public records, and accessible licensing information, the role plays a vital part in upholding public confidence and supporting fair, lawful contracting practices across Louisiana.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here
Job Duties:
Coordinate the agency’s Public Information and Records Program under the Director of Investigations.
Respond to public information inquiries as the agency’s subject-matter expert on compliance matters.
Research board files and interpret Contractors Licensing Law, Board Rules, and Regulations for compliance-related matters.
Participate in advertising campaigns, working with vendors on scripts for written, television, and radio communications.
Research court records, bankruptcy filings, judgments, criminal histories, Secretary of State filings, and business records to validate or refute allegations of licensing law violations.
Use specialized investigative systems and programs, presenting findings to leadership and providing reports to executive staff.
Handle special or urgent projects assigned by the Director of Investigations, including sensitive matters involving federal agencies or law enforcement.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational Appointment - up to 24 months
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Career.
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.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score or assessment is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Nikki Lopez-Crawford
LA State Licensing Board for Contractors
nlopez@lslbc.gov
(225) 346-6359
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