Reviewing investigation requests/complaints alleging possible violations of Oregon’s Government Ethics Law, Lobby Law, and Public Meetings Law
Evaluating and determining whether OGEC should proceed with an investigation
Conducting thorough investigations into possible law violations
Drafting lengthy reports outlining relevant details related to the complaint, identifying applicable statutory provisions and recommending OGEC action
Assessing civil penalties for non-compliance with Oregon laws/rules
Explaining Government Ethics Law, Lobby Law, and Public Meetings Law and rules
Answering the public’s questions about OGEC’s jurisdiction
Presenting reports to OGEC’s Commissioners at public meetings
Providing written and verbal advice to public officials, lobbyists, and members of the public.

Four years experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or to decide compliance with program guidelines and regulations.
Two of the four years must be above the technical support level.
Note: college-level course work may substitute for experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three years.
Transcripts may be required if you are using education to qualify during the candidate selection process.
Review Oregon Statutes, Administrative Rules and Attorney General opinions and apply them to real and hypothetical circumstances
Identify relevant and pertinent facts and information from phone calls, interviews and documents
Analyze complex and diverse issues
Effectively communicate and present complex information, both verbally and in writing, with diverse audiences
Adapt communication styles to fit situations as they arise
Write thorough and logical reports that reach conclusions and make recommendations supported by law and fact
Exhibit thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing tasks, no matter how small or large
Maintain a professional exchange of perspectives
Demonstrate a willingness to contribute to a positive, respectful, and productive work environment

Robust health care plan and benefits
Scheduled Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA): 4% Effective 1/1/27 – 4%
Retirement planning including PERS and deferred compensation
11 paid holidays a year
Training opportunities and career growth potential
Opportunity to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Free parking!

Investigator, Compliance Specialist 2

Key skills