Hospital Facilities Compliance Specialist (Compliance Specialist 3)

Initial Posting Date:

06/05/2025

Application Deadline:

06/15/2025

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$5,842 - $8,967

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Hospital Facilities Compliance Specialist (Compliance Specialist 3)

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Hospital Facilities Compliance Specialist/Compliance Specialist 3

The Hospital Facilities Compliance Specialist /Compliance Specialist 3 serves at a senior professional level in the Standards and Compliance department of the Oregon State Hospital (OSH) Quality Management Team. Standards and Compliance provides regulatory compliance and accreditation oversight to OSH hospital operations and facilities, administers licensing and certification with the State of Oregon, supports staff at OSH in understanding regulatory compliance and serves as the point of contact for accreditation and regulatory oversight.

The Hospital Facilities Compliance Specialist provides technical expertise to management and staff throughout the Oregon State Hospital system by coordinating and completing complex compliance-related activities to ensure compliance with federal, state, local laws, regulations, policies and accreditation standards as required by various federal, state and local regulatory agencies. This work includes reviewing, analyzing, evaluating, and resolving the most complex facilities compliance issues by conducting compliance reviews, tracers, and audits, and includes interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, and policies; developing data collection and data management tools; supporting comprehensive corrective action plans and recommendations; and facilitating staff training and coaching related to compliance.

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If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.

• Five years of experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or decide compliance or eligibility with program guidelines and regulations. Three of the five years must be above the technical support level. (Note: Some positions may require experience in a specific regulatory industry or program. See “Preference Statement” below.)

• College-level course work may substitute for experience based on 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three years.

• A bachelor's degree in business, public administration or a related field will substitute for three years of the five years of required experience.

Desired Attributes: The following list includes skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key factors to being successful in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these attributes, please let us know by including them in your application.

• Experience working in a facilities operations department that oversees the trades, and understands structural building codes, safety systems, and environmental services.

• Extensive knowledge and experience working with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations, The Joint Commission (TJC) standards related to hospital and behavior health, and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) guidelines to obtain extensive knowledge of hospital/healthcare standards and regulations, and applicable state and federal regulatory laws is preferred.

• Knowledge of hospital facilities and structures related to quality improvement in areas such as plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, elevators, mechanical systems, fire protection, and construction.

• Experience conducting compliance audits, tracers and reviews and applying regulatory laws and policies.

• Experience using data analysis and/or statistical software applications such as Excel, Tableau, SAS, SPSS, or Power BI to compile, analyze and create dashboards and statistical and/or technical reports.

• Must possess excellent technical writing skills and experience explaining complex technical and legal material in understandable language, both verbal and written, to people of diverse education, language and cultural backgrounds.

• Experience implementing quality and continuous improvement methods such as lean, six-sigma, and total quality management.

• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and Adobe applications.

Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal background check, drug screen, and DMV driving records check that meets OSH criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.

Preference Statement:

A minimum of 5 years of experience working with and understanding the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, The Joint Commission (TJC) standards related to hospital and behavior health, and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) guidelines with extensive knowledge of hospital/healthcare standards and regulations as they apply to the maintenance and operations of large health care facilities or hospitals is preferred.

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission requirements - At the time of application, please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date, attach a current copy of your resume and cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions.

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must log in to their employee Workday account to apply. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

After You Apply:

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.

• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.

• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders:

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!

• This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Compliance Specialist 3 position based in Salem, Oregon.

• This is an in-office position located at 2600 Center Street NE, Salem, OR 97301. Travel required between the Salem and Junction City campuses as needed. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review the details surrounding the working conditions.

• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Cynthia Phipps-Roman at: cynthia.phipps-roman@oha.oregon.gov or 503-569-0066.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; and promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate, work with, and learn from a team of bright individuals. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.

• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.

• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.

• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

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

• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

• 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%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.

• Agency does 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. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

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