The Oregon Department of Human Services is hiring a Licensing Specialist (Compliance Specialist 2) to promote the health, safety, and well-being of children in child care. You will play a vital role in regulating and licensing programs by applying complex federal, state, and local regulations.
What You'll Do
- Regulate and license child care programs, including regulated subsidies, family child care, and center-based care.
- Conduct licensing visits, compliance reviews, and investigations of complaints or unlawful care.
- Apply complex regulations while providing technical assistance and consultation to providers.
- Collaborate with agencies such as fire marshals, public health officials, and child care resource organizations.
- Ensure licensing and review functions align with agency equity policies and practices.
- Travel to field offices and for licensing visits throughout assigned counties.
What We're Looking For
- Four years of experience in administrative research that includes compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or decide compliance. Two of these years must be above the technical support level.
- College-level coursework may substitute for experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three years.
- Fluency (read, speak, and write) in both English and Spanish.
Nice to Have
- Experience interpreting and presenting statutes, laws, rules, and policies to partners and community members.
- Experience implementing or assessing compliance with health and safety regulations through on-site inspections.
- Adept at managing simultaneous tasks, adjusting priorities in real-time, and addressing unexpected challenges.
- Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and consistent accuracy in work.
- Experience preparing and delivering professional presentations to diverse audiences.
- Self-directed and effective in remote, field-based roles.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) and strong written communication skills.
- Knowledge of how health and safety regulations influence early childhood education practices.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access)
Team & Environment
You will be part of the Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC), a team dedicated to helping Oregon’s young children and families learn and thrive. We are passionate about equity in early childhood education and foster a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.
Benefits & Compensation
- Monthly salary range: $4,833 - $7,407.
- Low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for employee and family.
- Optional life and disability insurance, deferred compensation, and flexible spending accounts.
- 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 1 special day, monthly sick leave, and vacation accruals that increase every 5 years.
- Potential federal student loan forgiveness after 120 qualifying payments.
- Additional 5% salary differential for performing bilingual services (Spanish/English).
Work Mode
This is a hybrid role based in Eugene, Oregon. You will travel to child care facilities located throughout Lane, Douglas, and Coos counties.
The Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce.
