Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
09/14/2026
Application Deadline:
09/28/2026
Agency:
Bureau of Labor and Industries
Salary Range:
$5,714 - $8,764
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Senior Civil Rights Investigator (Civil Rights Investigator 2) - Limited Duration
Job Description:
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’s Civil Rights Division is seeking a Senior Civil Rights Investigator (Civil Rights Investigator 2). This position independently investigates allegations of unlawful employment practices within the Division’s jurisdiction, with a primary focus on Oregon Saves program enforcement cases. Duties include gathering and analyzing evidence, applying relevant laws and regulations, drafting timely and well‑supported findings, assessing civil penalties, facilitating settlements, and coordinating with external partners, including the Office of the State Treasurer.
This is a full‑time, non‑exempt, limited duration classified position. This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Here’s what you will do:
- Independently investigate complex discrimination and non-compliance allegations, with emphasis on Oregon Saves enforcement and related Civil Rights Division matters.
- Manage a high‑volume caseload and ensure timely, thorough, and legally sound case processing.
- Review complaints for jurisdiction, identify key issues, and collect evidence through document analysis, data review, and witness interviews.
- Conduct interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses using multiple communication methods.
- Apply relevant laws and regulations to develop supported findings and draft determinations for management review.
- Facilitate settlement discussions, mediation, and conciliation, draft enforceable agreements.
- Coordinate with the Oregon State Treasury and act as a liaison including developing routine reports for Oregon Saves‑related matters.
- Maintain accurate and compliant case files and inter-agency trackers while meeting performance metrics and deadlines.
- Provide case support for internal and external inquiries, including reporting and testimony as needed.
- Contribute to a professional, collaborative work environment that supports equity and inclusion.
This Is What You Need to Qualify:
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.
Special Qualifications: (Required)
- Experience independently conducting complex investigations, including evidence collection, document review, fact analysis, and interviewing complainants, respondents, and witnesses.
- Experience interpreting and applying laws, regulations, or program requirements to develop supported findings, draft determinations, or prepare legally sound written documents.
- Experience managing a high‑volume caseload, including tracking deadlines, maintaining accurate case files, and using case management systems or data‑tracking tools to ensure timely and compliant case processing.
The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes:
- Direct experience providing testimony in hearings or participating in contested case administrative proceedings.
- Strong Ability to evaluate compliance issues and apply administrative rules to support enforcement decisions.
- Demonstrate the ability in assessing civil penalties and preparing clear, legally defensible enforcement notices.
- Proficiency using case management systems, data‑tracking tools, and standard office software to manage workload and support effective case processing.
Why Join Us
Our mission...
Led by Labor Commissioner Christina Stephenson, the Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) work 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:
- Work is performed in a professional office environment with regular, frequent use of a desktop computer, Microsoft Office applications, and the IMPACT database.
- Daily interaction with the public, attorneys, and individuals involved in sensitive matters; some contacts may involve anger, hostility, or heightened emotions.
- Occasional travel may be required, including overnight travel in and out of state, and travel in adverse weather or during evening hours.
- The position requires transporting laptops, case files, and other equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Investigators may be required to work flexible hours or more than eight hours in a day when conducting investigations.
What's In It For You
How to Apply: Please Note: Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM PDT/PST on Monday, September 28, 2026.
- Click “Apply” above to submit your application by the posted closing date.
- Your application must clearly show how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired skills.
- All applicants (internal and external) must submit a resume and a cover letter; Workday profile information does not replace these requirements.
- Submit a resume and a cover letter that clearly show how you meet all minimum & special qualifications and required skills. Cover letters that do not address the requested skills may receive lower scores, which can affect whether you move forward. Applications missing a required resume or cover letter will not move forward.
- Please do not include photos in your application materials, as doing so may result in disqualification.
- Be sure to check Workday and your email for additional tasks and updates. After submitting, check your Workday inbox and email for required follow‑up tasks (public records authorization, gender identity questionnaire). This must be completed before the recruitment closes. Current State of Oregon employees will receive these tasks in their Workday inbox.
- Answer the checkbox questions in the questionnaire that appears after submitting your application. State employees will find these tasks in their Workday inbox.
- 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.
- Warning – Workday times out after 15 minutes of inactivity. Use “Save for later” to avoid losing progress; your unfinished application will appear in your Workday inbox.
Additional Information
- Pay equity Law passed in 2017, as required by Oregon law, will determine the salary step based on your documented experience, education, training, and certifications the application materials.
- This is a PERS‑qualifying position. New PERS members receive a 6.95% salary increase and contribute 6% to PERS after a six‑month waiting period. Current PERS members already have the 6.95% contribution added to base salary.
- Work Authorization - The Bureau of Labor and Industries does not provide visa sponsorship. New hires must complete Form I‑9 within three days of hire and present valid US work‑authorization documents. Learn more.
- The Bureau of Labor and Industries uses E‑Verify to confirm work authorization in the US. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.
- The successful candidate will further BOLI’s North Star guiding principles of integrity, respect, empowerment, and trust fulfilling our mission to make Oregon the best place to live and work.
- Use of outside resources, including AI tools, during assessments or interviews is prohibited and may result in disqualification.
- This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current position and may be used to fill future vacancies.
- BOLI complies with SB 907 (2025). Do not include age‑related details, such as graduation dates. State employees may need to remove graduation dates from their Workday profile for application submission.
Employment Preference
Veterans’ preference:
If you have a disability or otherwise require an application in an alternate format 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
- The recruiter for this position is Lisa Santiago HR Analyst 2. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number (REQ#)
- Email: lisa.n.santiago@boli.oregon.gov
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