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Compliance Officer jobs in Portland, OR
Compliance officers keep organizations within regulatory and policy boundaries, running risk assessments, monitoring programs, training, and investigations across the business.
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$29–$69/hr
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platforms such as SaaS Alerts or Rewst, is preferred. Awareness of compliance requirements such as HIPAA, PCI, or CJIS is preferred. An... .... Technologies: Support Microsoft 365 Security Office 365 More: We are CHR Cre…
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including Power BI, SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), MS Office Suite, and report-building platforms to develop, maintain, and troubleshoot…
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Compensation: $34.00 - $36.00 per hour Summary The Compliance Specialist, in coordination with the rest of the compliance department... ...applicable affordable housing programs. This position is in- office, 40 hours per…
inventory management, and customer support activities while ensuring compliance with established credentialing policies and security procedures... ...and attention to detail. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Pref…
Job Description David Weekley Homes is seeking a detail-oriented Regional Starts and Compliance Specialist to support start proof accuracy and compliance across multiple markets. This role partners closely with Regional…
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What compliance officers earn in Portland
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $29–$38 | $61k–$79k |
| Mid level | $37–$50 | $77k–$105k |
| Senior | $49–$69 | $101k–$143k |
Adjusted for the Portland market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Regulatory knowledge (industry-specific)Risk assessmentPolicy writingMonitoring and auditingInvestigationsCompliance training deliveryGRC tools and reportingIndependent judgmentClear communication with leadership
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Which regulatory frameworks have you worked with directly?
Be specific and honest, whether that is BSA/AML, HIPAA, SOX, OSHA, or state insurance rules, and describe what you actually did within each rather than listing acronyms.
Tell me about a time you had to tell a senior leader no.
This is the defining question. Show that you explained the risk in business terms, offered a compliant alternative, and documented the decision either way.
Walk me through a risk assessment you led.
Describe scoping, gathering data across departments, scoring likelihood and impact, and how findings changed controls or priorities. Method and follow-through both matter.
How do you run an internal investigation while protecting fairness and confidentiality?
Show process discipline: defined scope, documented interviews, evidence handling, no premature conclusions, and appropriate escalation to counsel or the board.
How do you make compliance training something employees do not just click through?
Talk about role-specific scenarios, short formats, and real cases from your industry. Mention measuring behavior change, not completion rates.
A monitoring report shows a pattern that might be a violation. What are your first steps?
Show calm sequencing: verify the data, preserve records, assess reporting obligations and deadlines, and brief the right people without alarm or delay.
How do you stay current as regulations change?
Name your actual sources: agency bulletins, industry associations, counsel updates, and give a recent regulatory change you operationalized.
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Resume tips that move the needle
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Name your regulatory domains precisely, such as BSA/AML, HIPAA, SOX, or FDA, since compliance hiring is domain-first.
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List certifications that carry weight: CRCM, CAMS, CHC, CCEP, or SHRM depending on your field, with the year earned.
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Quantify your program: audits completed, policies authored or overhauled, training reach, or exam findings remediated.
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Show outcomes with regulators, for example clean examinations, closed consent-order items, or reduced findings year over year.
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Describe your reporting line and committee exposure, such as presenting to the audit committee, to signal seniority accurately.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Compliance Analyst
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Compliance Officer
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Senior Compliance Officer
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Compliance Manager
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Chief Compliance Officer
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