Tape Log Clerk

State of Oregon; Oregon; On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Oregon Chief Clerk is seeking a Session Tape Log Clerk to aid in the smooth functioning of House operations during the upcoming 2027 Regular Session. This on-site, limited-duration position begins December 1, 2026, at the Oregon State Capitol in Salem.

Responsibilities include producing and proofreading the recording log, supporting journal revisions, and handling confidential documents. A high school diploma or GED is required; comprehensive training is provided.

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with a diverse range of individuals.
• Team player with a commitment to non-partisan service and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with office technology, including the ability to use Outlook or other email clients.

Responsibilities

• Produce an accurate and detailed recording log for the House daily floor sessions.
• Conduct thorough review and proofreading of the recording log to correct any discrepancies and verify that all information is complete and precise.
• Contributing to the daily journal revision team, assisting with the accuracy and archival of legislative records.
• Assist in the office with filing documents and information that are politically sensitive and confidential.
• Assist proofreading of various legislative documents including the daily floor agenda, committee reports, messages between the chambers.
• Assist with bill folder audits and print new documents as necessary to prepare for post session House journal revisions.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Team player

Office technology

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 10/21/2026 Application Deadline: 11/04/2026 Agency: Legislative Assembly Salary Range: $3,426 - $5,138 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Tape Log Clerk

The Office of the Oregon Chief Clerk is seeking an attentive, tech-savvy, and organized Session Tape Log Clerk to aid in the smooth functioning of House operations during the upcoming 2027 Regular Session.

The Office of the Oregon Chief Clerk plays an indispensable role in the administrative and procedural aspects of the Oregon House of Representatives.

As a non-partisan entity, the Chief Clerk's office ensures that the lawmaking process in the Oregon House runs smoothly, efficiently, and transparently.

Responsibilities include:

• Produce an accurate and detailed recording log for the House daily floor sessions.
• Conduct thorough review and proofreading of the recording log to correct any discrepancies and verify that all information is complete and precise.
• Contributing to the daily journal revision team, assisting with the accuracy and archival of legislative records.
• Assist in the office with filing documents and information that are politically sensitive and confidential.
• Assist proofreading of various legislative documents including the daily floor agenda, committee reports, messages between the chambers.
• Assist with bill folder audits and print new documents as necessary to prepare for post session House journal revisions.

This limited duration position requires the employee to work on-site in Salem, at the Oregon State Capitol.

Position will begin December 1, 2026, and end on July 2, 2027.

Your application must demonstrate: High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency. No experience is required; comprehensive training is provided.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with a diverse range of individuals.
• Team player with a commitment to non-partisan service and confidentiality.
• Proficiency with office technology, including the ability to use Outlook or other email clients.

Other Requirements:

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

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.

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 be 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 qualifications 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 the 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.

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.”