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Published 10/14/25 11:45AM

Join the Fight Against Fraud: Volunteer with the Oregon DOJ Consumer Protection Hotline!

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Salem, OR
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    4 hours/week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    20
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Legal Assistance
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    If you care about our community, and you want to help educate Oregonians and fight fraud, you are encouraged to apply.

    Description

    Join the Fight Against Fraud: Volunteer with the Oregon DOJ Consumer Protection Hotline!

    Are you passionate about helping others and protecting your community from scams? The Oregon Attorney General’s Consumer Advocate Program (CAP) is looking for dedicated volunteers to serve on the Consumer Protection Hotline: the first line of defense against fraud and deceptive practices.

    As a CAP volunteer, you’ll:

    • Be the first point of contact for consumers across Oregon.
    • Educate callers about fraud, scams, and deceptive business practices.
    • Connect people with trusted DOJ resources and support.

    You’ll be a vital part of the Financial Fraud/Consumer Protection Section (FF/CP), enforcing the Oregon Unlawful Trade Practices Act and standing up for consumer rights.

    Hotline Hours:

    Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    Shifts available:

    • Morning: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
    • Afternoon: 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
    • We’re especially in need of Thursday afternoons and Friday mornings.

    Location:

    All calls are answered onsite at:

    2250 McGilchrist St. SE, Salem, OR 97302

    Why Volunteer?

    • Make a real difference for Oregonians facing fraud.
    • Gain valuable experience in consumer protection and public service.
    • Join a team committed to justice, advocacy, and community outreach.

    Apply today on Workday: [Oregon Job Opportunities: ( https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site)]

    Or contact us directly to learn more.

    Must be 18 or older to apply.

    Empower your community. Expose the scams. Become a CAP Volunteer with the Oregon DOJ.

    Sarah Foster

    503-373-0371

    Sarah.Foster@doj.oregon.gov

    View our website at https://www.doj.state.or.us/consumer-protection/

    2 shifts available:

    • Monday - Friday: 08:30 to 12:30 PST
    • Monday - Friday: 12:30 to 16:30 PST

    Location

    On-site
    2250 McGilchrist St. SE, Salem, Oregon, US

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