Electrical Code Specialist and Trainer (Operations & Policy Analyst 3)

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*Note: this position will receive a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increase of 4% which is not reflected in the salary listed in this posting. The effective date of the increase is January 1, 2027 and will be paid in the February 1, 2027 paycheck.

This position is with the Building Codes Division (BCD). BCD adopts and enforces the statewide building code relating to the construction, reconstruction, alteration and repair of buildings and other structures and the installation of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical devices and equipment.

This is a management service position and is not represented by a union.

This position is eligible to telework on a part-time basis once the incumbent has gained the proficiency to perform work independently. However, regular, scheduled office hours are also required.

Here’s what you will do:

As the Electrical Trainer, your duties will include:

• Providing interpretation of the state’s licensing requirements for electrical contractors, licensed electricians and the general public
• Researching and developing the division's position on legislation affecting electrical codes, product standards and licensing requirements in Oregon
• Providing occasional Electrical and Elevator Board support
• Developing and drafting statewide code interpretations
• Providing technical guidance on the adopted codes and product standards to builders, designers, homeowners and other stakeholders
• Preparing and providing certification training and continuing education to license holders, inspectors and plans examiners
• Preparing information for local jurisdictions and the industry
• Providing mitigation of issues between contractors, inspectors and local jurisdictions

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities of this position, please review the position description.

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; AND four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work

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• Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work

Required Certifications:

Must obtain the following certifications as soon as possible but no later than within six (6) months of hire. BCD will pay for the certification testing and it can be obtained during regular working hours.

• Electrical Inspector – A-Level
• Oregon Inspector Certification
• Residential Electrical Inspector certification

Requested Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of the administration and enforcement of the state electrical code
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver training courses related to the interpretation and application of electrical provisions of the building code for code professional and other technical stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to clearly explain highly complex policy and technical issues related to administration of the state electrical code
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders who hold diverse opinions and perspectives
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint and Word, in a professional environment

Application information:

• A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach them in the “Resume / Cover Letter” section of the application.
• Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications and requested skills listed above and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.
• You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video interview as part of the application screening process.

Additional information:

• Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, an employee pay assessment will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered.  The assessment will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.  On average, candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range.
• The salary range listed is the non-PERS eligible rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible after 6 months of employment, the salary range will increase by 6.95% and the required 6% employee retirement contribution will be deducted from your pay.
• The successful candidate must have a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Before an offer of employment, DCBS may request that you provide an official driving record.
• This position is subject to a fingerprint background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.
• 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. This information may be required after the interview process, depending on the requirements of the position.
• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans, Disabled Veterans & State Servicemembers. NOTE: If claiming preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks in the “My Tasks” section at the top of the Candidate Home page.
• We hire preferred workers!  For more information, please visit our website: Preferred Worker Program.
• The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) does not offer visa sponsorships, such as H-1B or F-1 STEM CPT/OPT. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet our agency employment eligibility standards. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. DCBS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

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