Resident Hearings Representative (34 hours week/Part-Time)

* Experience preparing for, participating in, or supporting administrative hearings, including evidence review, case preparation, issue identification, and post-hearing documentation or follow-up.* Experience advocating for individuals with disabilities using culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and person-centered approaches.* Ability to interpret statutes, rules, and evidence; identify key legal and procedural issues; and make sound, well-reasoned recommendations.* Skill in gathering, organizing, and evaluating information from interviews, documents, and other sources to identify relevant facts.* Ability to explain complex information clearly and write logical, well-supported reports.* Ability to work respectfully with residents, families, providers, and state partners, maintaining professionalism in sensitive or challenging situations.* Ability to adjust approaches as situations change while maintaining focus on resident needs and exercising good judgment.All applicants must submit both a current **resume** and **cover letter**. Your cover letter should demonstrate how your experience meets the desired attributes listed in this posting. Generic or vague cover letters will not be accepted.This role offers the chance to make **real, tangible impact**—on a **part-time schedule** that supports work–life balance. Every case you touch directly strengthens residents’ rights and helps improve Oregon’s care systems. You’ll work in a mission-driven, resident-focused program that operates independently, giving you the freedom to advocate solely for what’s best for the individual.* **Comprehensive Health Coverage:** Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.* **Generous Paid Time Off:** 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.* **Retirement Benefits:** Membership in

(PERS)/ (OPSRP).* **Wellness Resources:** Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being.* **Career Development:** Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.* **Commuting**: Access to

- Oregon’s carpool matching tool and trip planner.* **Student Loan Forgiveness:** Potential eligibility for the

(PSLF) program.* This recruitment is for one limited duration, part-time, AFSCME-represented Compliance Specialist 3 position, and may be used to fill future vacancies.* Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.* \*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%.* Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check including fingerprints. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.* We do 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.* 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* 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr