About the Role
This role involves evaluating child care facilities for compliance with state regulations, conducting site visits, and guiding providers through licensing requirements using bilingual communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Review applications for child care licensing to ensure completeness and accuracy
- Conduct on-site inspections of child care facilities
- Verify adherence to state health, safety, and operational standards
- Communicate licensing requirements to providers in both English and Spanish
- Document findings from compliance evaluations
- Provide technical assistance to child care providers
- Follow up on corrective actions for non-compliance issues
- Maintain accurate records in departmental databases
- Respond to public inquiries about child care licensing
- Collaborate with regional and state-level teams on compliance initiatives
- Support emergency preparedness compliance for facilities
- Interpret regulations for providers and stakeholders
- Assist in updating licensing policies and procedures
- Participate in interagency coordination efforts
- Conduct outreach to underserved communities
- Ensure accessibility compliance in child care settings
- Monitor provider adherence to staffing and training requirements
- Evaluate facility capacity and space compliance
- Support investigations related to child care safety concerns
- Train new staff on licensing protocols and systems
Compensation
Salary commensurate with experience; state benefits included
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model with both remote and on-site components
Team
Part of the regulatory compliance division within the human services agency
Why This Role Matters
- This position directly impacts the safety and quality of child care services in the community by ensuring providers meet essential standards.
- Bilingual capabilities enable broader access to licensing support for Spanish-speaking providers and families.
Work Environment
- Employees work across office and field settings, frequently traveling to child care locations.
- Regular use of department vehicles or personal vehicles with reimbursement is expected.
Background Check Requirement
- A criminal background check, including fingerprinting, is required prior to employment.
- Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
Application Process
- Applicants must submit a resume and supplemental questionnaire.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Veterans' Preference
Eligible veterans may claim preference by submitting required documentation with their application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We value diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices across race, gender, disability, and veteran status.
Accommodations
Applicants needing accommodations during the hiring process should notify the hiring team promptly.
Probationary Period
New hires serve a one-year probationary period before achieving permanent status.
Professional Development
Opportunities for training and career advancement are available within the department.
Contact Information
For questions about the position, contact the HR office at (541) 686-6000.
Not applicable; position requires U.S. work authorization
