State of Oregon

Worksite Modification Consultant (Program Analyst 2)

State of Oregon$65K — $100K *
Salem, OR 97301In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or related field
  • Two years of experience coordinating or administering a program
  • Experience in case management, mediation, negotiation, or conflict resolution
  • Knowledge of ergonomics, kinetics, or biomechanics
  • Experience managing program funds, including overseeing expenditures and reconciling records
  • Strong oral and written communication skills with experience presenting to diverse audiences
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical guidance to injured workers and partner agencies regarding worksite modifications
  • Represent the Employer-at-Injury Program and Preferred Worker Program
  • Collaborate with state agencies, community organizations, and businesses to enhance program services
  • Establish program standards for funding eligibility
  • Facilitate agreements on operational procedures and resource usage
  • Educate public and agency staff on laws, job modification options, and reemployment assistance

Benefits

  • Creative and productive work environment
  • Supportive colleagues passionate about public service
  • 11 paid holidays per year
  • Career advancement and learning opportunities
  • Eligibility for part-time telework after achieving proficiency
Full Job Description

Initial Posting Date:

07/01/2026

Application Deadline:

07/12/2026

Agency:

Department of Consumer & Business Services

Salary Range:

$5,458 - $8,352

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Worksite Modification Consultant (Program Analyst 2)

Job Description:

Recruitment Timeline:

*These dates are approximate and are subject to change. *

Recruitment closes: July 12, 2026

1st round interviews: week of July 28, 2026

2nd round interviews: week of August 11, 2026

Anticipated start date: September 1, 2026

What’s in it for you:

  • Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment

  • Colleagues who are passionate about public service

  • Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a

  • Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon

  • Possible eligibility for the

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 a Worksite Modification Consultant, you will provide technical direction to Oregon’s injured workers, agency staff, other state agencies, local governments, community organizations, and employers, to facilitate the delivery of worksite modification and other reemployment assistance from the Workers’ Benefit Fund in accordance with statute and administrative rules. Duties include:

  • Representing the Employer-at-Injury Program and the Preferred Worker Program

  • Collaborating with other state agencies, government and community organizations, private businesses and injured workers to plan program services, establish new programs, and maximize resources to achieve similar goals

  • Developing program standards that others must follow to obtain program funding

  • Working with others to gain agreement on acceptable operational procedures and use of resources

  • Providing education and training to inform the public and agency staff about related laws, rules and regulations, job modification options and the availability of reemployment assistance through the Preferred Worker Program and the Employer-at-Injury Program

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

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years of experience coordinating or administering a program

OR

  • Any combination of experience or education equivalent to five years of experience coordinating or administering a program

Requested Skills:

  • Experience in case management, mediation, negotiation, facilitation or resolution of conflict

  • Experience in ergonomics, kinetics or biomechanics

  • Experience managing program funds including approving and dispersing funds, reconciling credit card statements, tracking purchases and receipts, following accounting policies and procedures

  • Knowledge of Oregon's workers' compensation system

  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others

  • Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills, including delivering presentations to small and large groups of people

  • Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment, decision making skills, and problem-solving skills

  • Demonstrated ability to remain calm and courteous while maintaining a high degree of objectivity, accessibility, and responsiveness to all involved parties of a technical issue

  • Strong attention to detail

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: . 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: .

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