Assistant State Auditor Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Initial Posting Date:
07/07/2026
Application Deadline:
09/29/2026
Agency:
Oregon State Department of Police
Salary Range:
$5,190 - $7,964
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Governmental Auditor 2 - Field Agent
Job Description:
The Oregon State Police in Salem, Oregon is hiring for one (1) Full-Time, Permanent Governmental Auditor 2 position. This is an in-office position without the opportunity for a remote or hybrid work schedule.
Studies have shown that people from underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet all the qualifications and preferred skills described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you meet key qualifications for the job and believe you would be a good fit, we encourage you to apply; please use your resume and cover letter to address your qualifications and the preferred skills for this position.
If you are a current OSP AFSCME employee and you wish to receive preference as an internal applicant, you must apply in Workday by end of day on 07/21/2026. If you apply after this time, you will not receive internal preference, and your interview materials will be reviewed along with external applicants. This recruitment will remain open until 09/29/2026, or until filled, with application review dates occurring approximately every two weeks beginning 07/21/2026. We may close the announcement at any time after this date when we have received an adequate number of applications.
If you require an alternate format to complete the employment process, or to request a copy of the position description, please contact osp.recruiting@osp.oregon.gov and reference REQ-203033.
The salary listed is the non-PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) qualifying salary range. Prior to applying you should ensure all sections of your Workday Job History page is accurate and complete. This information is utilized during the pay equity analysis phase.
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.
Summary of Job Duties:
The role of Governmental Auditor 2 is to ensure that Tribal Gaming in the State of Oregon is conducted in accordance with the Tribal-State Compacts, Gaming Ordinances, Regulations, Minimum Internal Control Standards, Game Rules, and Policies and Procedures. This is achieved by regular onsite monitoring for compliance of class III gaming activities at the assigned Tribal Gaming Facility(s).
Additionally, you will serve as a Team Leader for annual comprehensive compact compliance reviews throughout the State of Oregon. As a representative of the State of Oregon, you may occasionally, as requested by the Tribal Gaming Commissions, perform special collaborative regulatory reviews, or assist in compliance investigations. Furthermore, you will also report criminal activity or security concerns and make proper notification to Section management and/or assigned area criminal detective for follow-up investigation(s).
The Tribal Gaming Section communicates with outside agencies and persons; investigates persons, businesses, management companies, and vendors associated with Indian Gaming. The Tribal Gaming Section conducts proactive crime prevention and enforcement at Tribal Gaming Centers. The Tribal Gaming Section is responsible for ensuring state security interests, as published in the various Tribal Gaming Compacts, are maintained and in accordance with specific controls that ensure fairness, integrity, security, and honesty of legalized Tribal gaming.
Working Conditions:
Subject to extensive weekly travel predominantly in-state and overnight, however, this also includes occasional out-of-state travel. High risk environments with compulsive behavior, gambling, and airborne tobacco smoke. You must be able to retain and effectively use training, including knowledge of gambling laws, practices, methods, knowledge of technical computerized equipment, and communication systems.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in a business-related field, such as business administration, public administration, finance, economics, computer science, etc., AND two years of auditing experience.
Twenty quarter hours of college courses in a business or financial field such as the areas listed above AND two additional years of auditing experience may substitute for the degree.
Successful completion of the duties and training as an Oregon Governmental Auditor (Entry) will substitute for one year of auditing experience.
If you are selected to move forward in the selection process, you must provide official transcripts from all institutions of higher education that were used in the award of your degree.
Preferred Skills:

• Strong organizational practices with the ability to set priorities and have exceptional listening, analytical and technical writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and have the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Must be able to manage travel schedule with frequent overnight travel.
• Demonstrated ability to objectively investigate and show good use of judgment.
• Ability to establish good working relationships with Tribal and other governmental agencies.

This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
Special Qualifications:

• Maintain a valid driver's license, with no limitations

Selection Process:
The process will be comprised of the following evaluation assessment (subject to change).

• Interview

How to Apply:
Apply in Workday by the deadline listed above, failure to submit your application by 11:59PM of the above listed date will result in automatic disqualification of your application. You must submit a resume demonstrating your experience as it relates to the minimum qualifications for the position. In addition to a resume, you must submit a cover letter - no more than two pages in length - addressing how you meet the preferred skills for this position. Failure to attach a resume addressing the minimum qualifications and a cover letter addressing the preferred skills will result in disqualification of your application. Please submit these documents in either MS Word or PDF format.
This position is covered by an AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement. Current OSP AFSCME Local 896 employees who meet the minimum qualifications of this position will be given preference in the selection process. Current OSP employees should refer to the Filling of Vacancies policy for additional information.
The Oregon State Police does not offer visa sponsorships.
U.S. Veteran and/or Oregon National Guard Servicemember Status Designation
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.
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