Adult Protective Service Specialist

Initial Posting Date: 02/23/2026

Final date to receive applications: 03/11/2026

Agency: Department of Human Services

Salary Range: $4,954 - $7,592

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Adult Protective Service Specialist

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Do you want the opportunity to match the needs of people in the community with available federal, state and local programs or other resources to meet those needs? Do you want to be part of a diverse workforce that collaborates and learns from each other to improve services that supports the elderly, people with disabilities and communities? Then, we want to hear from you!

to learn more about Aging and People with Disabilities.

• This position receives, screens and investigates reports concerning abuse, neglect and exploitation committed against older adults and adults with physical disabilities. Investigations occur in community-based long term care facilities and the community estigators will also provide plans of safety and prevention to mitigate current and/or future incidents of abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Investigators make referrals and/or work with community partners as components of Adult Protective Services.

A Bachelor's Degree in the human, social, behavioral or criminal sciences and two years human service, law enforcement or investigative experience;

OR

An Associate's Degree in the human, social, behavioral or criminal sciences and four years human service, law enforcement or investigative experience.

Three years professional level experience related to the position may substitute for the Bachelor's degree; 18 months for an Associates.

• Experience working in investigations (i.e. civil, legal, criminal or abuse/neglect).
• Experience interviewing people to gather and verify information related to abuse, neglect and/or self-neglect.
• Experience with navigating multiple windows-based software applications including Microsoft applications and inputting data into those systems.
• Experience with written documentation and an ability to write detailed, analytical, concise reports

Attention all candidates!

Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.

Must be able to drive and meet with individuals in their homes, community settings, community based long term care facilities, or other care settings. A valid driver’s license is required and an acceptable driving record. May be exposed to communicable diseases.

• If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
• The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
• Cost of Living Adjustments.
• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
• Amazing benefits package.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Veterans’ preference:

• Veterans’ preference information.
• How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

• This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.

• The recruiter for this position is Ryan Bennett. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number.
• Email: ryan.bennettgon.gov