Senate Sergeant-At-Arms

State of Oregon; United States; Sur place; USD 41 000 - 61 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Office of the Oregon Secretary of the Senate is seeking a reliable Sergeant at Arms to support security, order, and daily operations during the 2027 Regular Session in Salem. On-site work only with the Capitol Security Team and Oregon State Police to ensure efficient and secure sessions.

Ideal candidates bring experience in security or law enforcement, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, politics-neutral environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of emergency and security protocols.
• Knowledge of chamber rules, customs and protocols.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, politically neutral environment.
• Experience in security or law enforcement.
• Strong written and verbal communication with legislators, staff and visitors.
• Proficiency with software, printing and publication tools.

Responsabilités

• Maintain order and security in the Senate chamber during legislative sessions.
• Enforce chamber rules and procedures, including compliance with guest, member and media protocols.
• Lead floor staff in the Chamber during sessions.
• Step in on behalf of floor staff during moments of conflict.
• Monitor Senate Chamber entry points and assist with emergency protocols.
• Deliver legislative documents to offices and support staff needs.
• Provide leadership in emergencies and ensure safety procedures are followed.

Connaissances

Security protocols

Chamber rules

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Law enforcement

Problem solving

Fast-paced env

Publication tools

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

Publication software

Printing tools

Description du poste

The Office of the Oregon Secretary of the Senate is seeking a reliable and structured Sergeant at Arms to assist with the security, order, and daily operations of the Oregon State Senate during the 2027 Regular Session. This critical position works closely with the Capitol Security Team and Oregon State Police to ensure that the legislative process runs smoothly, efficiently, and securely. The Office of the Oregon Secretary of the Senate plays a key role in the administrative and procedural aspects of the Oregon State Senate. As a non-partisan entity, the Secretary's office ensures that the legislative process is conducted in accordance with Senate rules, customs, and traditions. This is a limited duration position beginning January 6, 2027, and is expected to last no later than June 27, 2027, but could end sooner dependent on the conclusion of the 2027 legislative session. This position requires the employee to work on-site in Salem in the Oregon State Capitol. Remote work is not available.

Position Type: Employee. Salary Range: $3,632 - $5,447.

Work location: On-site in Salem, Oregon State Capitol. Remote work is not available.

The Capitol building is located at 900 Court Street NE, Salem, OR 97301.

Regardless of any remote work agreement granted by your Appointing Authority in accordance with Legislative Branch Personnel Rule 26, you may be required to report to the Capitol Building under short notice. Every effort will be made to provide reasonable notice. While working from home, personal, stable, and high-speed internet access will be required to perform the functions of this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining order and security in the Senate chamber during legislative sessions.
• Enforcing chamber rules and protocols, including ensuring compliance with procedures for guests, members, and media.
• Leads floor staff in the Chamber during session.
• Steps in on behalf of floor staff during moments of conflict.
• Monitoring Senate Chamber entry points and assisting with emergency protocols.
• Serves as liaison to the Oregon Legislative Correspondents Association (press) during session.
• Assisting with the preparation of the Senate chamber for sessions, ensuring all necessary materials and supplies are in place.
• Delivering legislative documents to the appropriate offices and supporting staff needs throughout the session.
• Providing leadership in emergency situations, ensuring that appropriate procedures are followed for the safety of members and staff.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated work experience, knowledge, and skills in:

• Emergency and security protocols
• Chamber rules, customs, and protocols.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and politically neutral environment.
• Experience in security or law enforcement.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively engage with legislators, staff, and visitors, and provide clear instructions in maintaining chamber order.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, with the ability to remain calm and make quick decisions during high-pressure situations or emergencies.
• Software, printing, and publication tools.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of related experience. Law enforcement, military or security experience preferred.

Other Requirements: Flexibility with work hours, including potential early mornings, late evenings, and weekends, sometimes with little notice.

The salary in this job posting reflects the base salary without contributions to the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). Employees eligible for PERS will have their salary increased by 6.95% and 6% will be automatically be subject to a mandatory employee contribution to PERS.

An offer including salary will not be extended until an equal pay analysis is completed pursuant to ORS 652.220 and 659A.357. An equal pay analysis will be conducted utilizing the education and work experience section of the legislative application.

Work Authorization: The Oregon State Legislature does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. The Oregon State Legislature is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

Veterans' Preference: Oregon state government provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235. If you are requesting veterans' preference, you may receive an additional questionnaire in your Workday account. This questionnaire will be sent to your Workday account after you submit your application. We ask that you complete the questionnaire before the application deadline; extensions may be granted if necessary and reasonable. For questions about documentation, visit Veterans Resources. Or call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.

The Oregon State Legislature is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Workforce Diversity. Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon flies with her own wings.

For assistance with the application process, please contact Aimee Steketee, Human Resource Analyst, at [e-mail] or [phone].