Compliance Specialist 3

The Corrective Action Team is responsible for developing and maintaining metrics that demonstrate provider compliance to Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs). This team identifies improvement opportunities for providers and services and monitors trends related to health and safety for those in services. This team collaborates with other licensing teams, ODDS units and case management entities (CMEs) throughout the state. The Corrective Action Team is responsible for all corrective actions taken when providers are not compliant with OARs and/or a licensing review demonstrates a need to take protractive actions for an individual in services.

As a Compliance Specialist 3, you will work independently and with a small team in a fast-paced work environment. You will be:

• Playing a key role in supporting the state’s regulatory oversight of agencies that provide services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These agencies may be either contracted with or licensed by the Office of Developmental Disabilities Services (ODDS).
• Responsible for reviewing protective service investigation reports, complaint investigations, and licensing reports to assess whether sanction activity is warranted.
• Ensure compliance with Senate Bill 136 and federal regulations by identifying non-compliant entities and recommending appropriate corrective actions or sanctions.
• Analyzing the relevance and adequacy of evidence presented in complaint reports to determine whether it meets the threshold for enforcement action.
• Contributing to the decision-making process regarding the type and scope of corrective measures to be applied.

Benefits

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
• Cost of Living Adjustments.
• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
• Amazing benefits package.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Working Conditions

• Your typical work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST).
• Your work will have a Hybrid work format that includes, office work, and some work that can be conducted remotely.
• Working remotely will be considered in filling this position. The ability to report to Salem is required when business or operational needs are dependent on onsite activities.
• You will travel occasionally locally and across the state.
• You may travel overnight to complete projects.
• You will use a computer and an electronic calendar.

Minimum Qualifications

Five years’ experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or decide compliance or eligibility with program guidelines and regulations. Three of the five years must be above the technical support level.

College-level course work may substitute for experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three years.

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience interpreting and applying Oregon laws, administrative rules, policies, and regulatory requirements to evaluate compliance and determine appropriate actions.
• Experience working with intellectual and developmental disabilities services, regulatory compliance, investigations, or related human services programs to analyze complex information and resolve compliance issues.
• Experience applying analytical and critical thinking skills to evaluate information, make sound decisions, and maintain exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing, while collaborating with internal partners, service providers, stakeholders, and community partners to provide consultation and support.
• Experience managing multiple priorities through strong organizational and time management skills while maintaining accurate documentation and meeting competing deadlines.
• Experience working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and sound judgment.