Compliance Specialist 1

Initial Posting Date:

09/30/2026

Application Deadline:

10/07/2026

Agency:

Department of Revenue

Salary Range:

$4,519 - $6,276

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Compliance Specialist 1

Job Description:

Why Join Us

Oregon counts on us! Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide us as we serve Oregon taxpayers whose tax dollars support the critical infrastructure of Oregonians' daily lives. 

Department of Revenue is recruiting for a Compliance Specialist 1 (CS1) position. We are looking for a talented, detail-oriented individual to join our Withholding, Other Taxes & fees Division in the Compliance Unit. This position is headquartered in our Salem office; however, the successful candidate may be eligible for in-state hybrid work. Hybrid work consists of performing duties onsite in a standard office environment and working remotely.

This position involves fieldwork and requires a valid driver’s license. Fieldwork is typically conducted three days per week.

In order to be considered for Department of Revenue recruitments, you must reside within the state of Oregon. Current Revenue employees who live outside of Oregon may apply and will be considered.

What You Will Be Doing

Below is a sampling of job duties. It is not meant to encompass all duties.

• Work on projects related to Oregon state cigarette and tobacco tax programs.

• Conduct inspections at retail establishments, distributors and wholesalers throughout the state.

• Gather and analyze data from various sources to determine if cigarettes or other tobacco tax distributors, wholesalers, retailers, or others are in compliance with Oregon tax laws.

• Apply laws, rules, and department policy and procedures to determine the correct tax.

• Maintain systems for tracking progress and completion of compliance training efforts.

To request a copy of the position description, which outlines the duties and working conditions, or to ask any additional questions, please email [email protected].

This Is What You Need To Qualify

Two years experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action, or decide eligibility or compliance with program guidelines and regulations.

Note: college-level course work may substitute for the experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year of experience

The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes:

• Working knowledge of accounting principles.

• Experience with learning, performing, investigating, and enforcing statutes, laws, rules, regulatory standards, and policies.

• Good communication skills for extensive public contact; ability to deal with difficult people and diverse personalities.

• Ability to read and interpret technical and professional reports and records.

• Skills in managing occasional volatile situations.

What's In It For You

State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage, pension and retirement programs, paid holidays off, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave, and sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.

How to Apply

• Click on the "Apply" link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date and time. For step-by-step instructions click apply to work for the state or current state employee.

• The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above.

• 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.

• Complete any supplemental questions through Workday.

• Attach your current resume (Workday job history may substitute for a resume).

• Warning – Workday will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity and will not save your application progress. There is now a “save for later” function, if you need to take a break, please be sure to click the save for later button to save your progress.

• Be sure to check Workday and your email for additional tasks and updates. After hitting submit there may be additional required tasks for you to complete prior to the announcement closing.

• If you are requesting Veteran’s Preference, you will receive a Workday task to submit your supporting documents.  Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting in order to have the preference considered.

• Veterans’ preference:  Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application. How to submit your Veteran documents for 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

Additional Information

• This is a SEIU-represented position. This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they occur.

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

• Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity.

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time.

• Criminal Records Check - Employment in any position with the Department of Revenue for all current and prospective employees is contingent on passing a criminal background and fingerprinting check. Circumstances of any criminal conviction will be reviewed to determine eligibility for the position under recruitment.

• To work for the Department of Revenue you must comply with all income tax laws. This means that the department will check to see if you have filed Oregon income tax returns and made arrangements to pay any outstanding liabilities before offering you a position.

• If you need an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process, you may contact us at: Human Resources at (503) 945-8547.

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The Oregon Department of Revenue strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. The Oregon Department of Revenue is an equal opportunity; affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the desired attributes listed.  We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a non-traditional background.  We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our attributes listed.  If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.