Investigator/ Mediator (Investigator 3)

Initial Posting Date:

04/03/2026

Application Deadline:

04/19/2026

Agency:

State Landscape Contractors Board

Salary Range:

$5,189 - $7,963

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Investigator/ Mediator (Investigator 3)

Job Description:

Investigator/ Mediator (Investigator 3)

Oregon Landscape Contractors Board (LCB)

Salem, Oregon (In Office)

The Oregon Landscape Contractors Board (LCB) is hiring an Investigator/ Mediator.

Join a small, mission‑driven agency that plays a big role in protecting consumers and supporting Oregon’s thriving landscape industry. At LCB, we ensure landscape construction work is done legally, safely, and with integrity. If you’re energized by investigative work, enjoy helping people navigate conflict, and want a career where your decisions truly make a difference for Oregonians, this may be the perfect opportunity.

While not required, Spanish language skills are highly valued. If you are bilingual—or working toward bilingual proficiency—we encourage you to apply. Your skills can make a real difference for the communities we serve.

What You’ll Do

As our Investigator / Mediator, you’ll take the lead on cases that directly impact Oregon consumers. You will:

• Investigate reports of illegal or unlicensed landscape work

• Gather evidence, interview involved parties, and prepare clear written findings

• Educate licensees, local governments, and the public on Oregon’s landscape laws

• Provide neutral mediation to help resolve disputes and guide parties toward fair outcomes

• Coordinate contract investigators and participate in multi‑agency investigative work

• Present evidence in administrative hearings or legal proceedings when needed

• Support agency planning, enforcement, and program development

This is a highly independent, hands‑on role. You’ll collaborate with partner agencies, engage directly with the public, and help uphold fairness and accountability across the industry.

View the full job description here.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

Four years of recent (within last ten years) full-time investigative experience which included conducting fact finding; collecting and preserving evidence according to the rules of evidence; examining records; locating and interviewing witnesses to verify or disprove claims of suspected law violations; and writing investigation reports sufficient for use at administrative hearings or in court.

Examples of qualifying investigation experience are in areas such as law enforcement investigation, insurance investigation, investigative trial support, or financial fraud investigation.

College-level courses in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Law, Accounting, or Auditing may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to one year of the required experience.

Preference Statement:

English/Spanish bilingual skills are preferred. Applicants with Spanish language abilities—whether fluent or still developing—are strongly encouraged to apply.

Desired Attributes:

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex information, identify key issues, and develop logical conclusions or recommendations.

• Proven experience preparing clear, well‑organized written materials and communicating effectively with diverse audiences.

• Documented experience conducting investigations, complaint reviews, or fact‑finding activities, including interviewing, evidence gathering, or case documentation.

• Evidence of working independently while making sound, well‑reasoned decisions in situations requiring judgment.

• Experience managing conflict or facilitating resolution between parties in a professional, neutral manner.

• Demonstrated ability to organize work, track multiple cases or deadlines, and manage competing priorities effectively.

• A record of work that reflects commitment to fairness, compliance, public service, or regulatory processes.

• Experience building and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues, partner agencies, stakeholders, or community groups.

How to Apply

Ready to join our team?

• External Applicants: Click “Apply” on the job posting to submit your application.

• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

Important Application Requirements: Submit both a current resume and cover letter. Your cover letter should describe how your experience meets the desired attributes listed in this posting. Generic or vague cover letters will not be accepted.

Tentative Timeline 

Recruitment Closes:  April 19, 2026

Application Screening: Week of April 20, 2026

Interviews: Week of April 27, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: mid-May

*These dates are approximate and may change.* 

Why Us?

Join a small, mission-driven team that protects consumers and supports Oregon’s growing landscape industry.

Our amazing benefits include:  

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.  

• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.  

• Retirement Benefits: Membership in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).  

• Wellness Resources: Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being.  

• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.  

• Commuting: Access to Get There - Oregon’s carpool matching tool and trip planner.  

• Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.  

• Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon. 

Additional Details

• This recruitment is for one permanent, full-time, unrepresented Investigator 3 position, and may be used to fill future vacancies.  

• Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.

• *The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%.

• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• We do not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States.

• Veterans’ and Oregon National Guard preference: Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Contact Information

Please contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and application or Job-specific questions.

• Recruiter: Cassie Graham

• Email: cassie.graham@das.oregon.gov

• Phone (text friendly): 503-949-6169

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The Oregon Landscape Contractors Board is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. We embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.