Session Committee Assistant

oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Legislative Policy & Research Committee is seeking 15-20 limited-duration, full-time Session Committee Assistants to support the 2027 Legislative Session in Salem, Oregon.

These on-site roles begin January 2027 and end when committee work closes in June 2027. You will provide neutral logistical and administrative support to committees, enabling nonpartisan operations and efficient meetings.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; one year of experience in clerical coordination and customer service.
• Ability to manage documents and support committee logistics.
• Experience with public records and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Acquire a basic understanding of the legislative process.
• Deliver excellent customer service to officials, staff, stakeholders, and the public.
• Create meeting agendas as directed by committee analysts.
• Operate and monitor meeting recording systems; create accurate meeting logs.
• Prepare meeting rooms and facilitate on-site and hybrid public participation.
• Record motions and votes; handle confidential documents per procedures.
• Create and maintain electronic files per Oregon public records law.
• Protect and adhere to the agency’s nonpartisan status and standards.

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 09/17/2026

Application Deadline: 10/11/2026

Agency: Legislative Policy & Research Committee

Salary Range: $4,080 - $6,119

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Session Committee Assistant

Job Description

Come serve the Oregon Legislative Assembly as a Nonpartisan Administrative Professional!

The Oregon legislature is seeking 15-20 limited-duration Session Committee Assistants to support the 2027 Legislative Session. These roles offer a unique front-row seat to the legislative process and an opportunity to serve in a fast-paced, nonpartisan environment.

These are limited-duration, full-time positions, on-site at the State Capitol in Salem, Oregon, beginning in January 2027 and ending as committee work closes in June 2027.

What You Will Do

Provide neutral, nonpartisan logistical and administrative support to committees staffed by:

• Legislative Fiscal Office (LFO)
• Legislative Revenue Office (LRO)
• Legislative Policy and Research Office (LPRO)

What You Will Not Do

This position does not craft, shape, or influence legislative policy, or perform research.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Acquire and develop a basic understanding of the legislative process
• Deliver excellent customer service to elected officials, staff, stakeholders, and the public
• Create meeting agendas as directed by committee analysts
• Operate and monitor meeting recording systems, and create accurate meeting logs
• Prepare meeting rooms and facilitate public participation in on-site and hybrid meetings
• Record motions and votes, and handle confidential documents according to legislative procedure and policies
• Create and maintain electronic files in accordance with Oregon public records law
• Protect and adhere to the agency’s nonpartisan status and standards

Your Skills and Experience

• Experience prioritizing multiple tasks and working efficiently within tight deadlines
• Excellent organizational, customer service, and communication skills with close attention to detail
• Ability to stay nonpartisan, maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and act professionally
• Experience using MS Teams and other video conferencing tools
• Proficiency with Windows 11 (MS Word and Outlook) and an ability to quickly learn internal systems and software

You Are

• Able to work independently and collaboratively with limited direct supervision
• Flexible, dependable, and willing to support others
• Willing to comply with established rules, policies, and procedures
• Respectful and honest in professional relationships; patient and empathetic toward individuals from diverse backgrounds, including peers and members of the public
• An Oregon resident before starting the position

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in a professional office setting with frequent daily computer and office‑equipment use.
• Consistent and reliable attendance is essential to meet operational and statutory deadlines and may require extra hours on evenings, weekends, and holidays during heavy workload periods, especially during legislative session.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree, AND
• One (1) year of experience preparing and maintaining documents, providing customer/client service, and providing clerical coordination for a project, program, or organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, business administration, or public policy
• Understanding of, or experience with, the legislative process

SPECIAL INFORMATION

• 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.
• 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 after you submit your application. In order to ensure your privacy, we are asking that you complete the Veterans’ Questionnaire and attach your qualifying military documents at that time. 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, please visit Veterans Resources or call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
• 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 subject to a mandatory employee contribution to PERS.
• The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum and desired skills listed above.
• 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.
• If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact Aimee Steketee, Human Resource Analyst, at [e-mail] or [phone].
• The Oregon State Legislature is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Workforce Diversity.