Electrical Code Specialist, Operations & Policy Analyst 3

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Interpret state licensing requirements for electrical contractors, licensed electricians, and the general public .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeSalem • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $6,834 - $10,076 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of the administration and enforcement of the state electrical code, along with the ability to develop and deliver training courses related to electrical provisions. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills are essential for interpreting licensing requirements and providing technical guidance.

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Electrical Inspector – A-Level CertificationOregon Inspector CertificationResidential Electrical Inspector CertificationKnowledge of State Electrical CodeTraining Course Development

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Hard Skills

Analytical SkillsPlanning SkillsTechnical GuidanceCode InterpretationLegislation Research

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaboration SkillsCritical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficePowerPointWord

Certifications & Qualifications

Electrical Inspector – A-Level CertificationOregon Inspector CertificationResidential Electrical Inspector Certification

Industry Keywords

Electrical CodesProduct StandardsLicensing RequirementsCertification TrainingBuilding Code

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interpret state licensing requirements for electrical contractors, licensed electricians, and the general public
Research and develop the division's position on legislation affecting electrical codes, product standards, and licensing requirements in Oregon
Provide occasional Electrical and Elevator Board support
Develop and draft statewide code interpretations
Provide technical guidance on adopted codes and product standards to builders, designers, homeowners, and other stakeholders
Prepare and provide certification training and continuing education to license holders, inspectors, and plans examiners
Prepare information for local jurisdictions and the industry
Mitigate issues between contractors, inspectors, and local jurisdictions

Requirements

What you’ll need

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 of professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work; OR any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work
Must obtain Electrical Inspector – A-Level certification within six months of hire
Must obtain Oregon Inspector Certification within six months of hire
Must obtain Residential Electrical Inspector certification within six months of hire
Extensive knowledge of the administration and enforcement of the state electrical code
Ability to develop and deliver training courses related to electrical provisions of the building code
Ability to explain complex policy and technical issues related to administration of the state electrical code
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint and Word
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
Subject to a fingerprint background check
Must be authorized to work in the United States; DCBS does not offer visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work/life balance
11 paid holidays a year
Competitive benefits package
Advancement and learning opportunities
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Part-time telework eligibility after gaining proficiency
BCD pays for required certification testing, which can be completed during regular working hours
PERS salary increase of 6.95% for eligible participating members
Candidate preference for eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers
Preferred Worker Program