Senate Sergeant-At-Arms

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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.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• 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.

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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.

HOW TO QUALIFY:

Your application must demonstrate:

• Associates degree in a field relevant to the assigned work.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate ability to perform the duties of the position may be considered.

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.
• Please attach a resume AND cover letter that clearly states your experience and how it is applicable to this position. Applications received without both documents may not be reviewed. 

TO APPLY:

• IF YOU ARE NOT A STATE EMPLOYEE: To apply for this position, follow the "Apply" link and complete the application & questions online. If this is your first time applying in our new system "Workday", you will need to create a new user profile. You can even drag and drop your resume into Workday and it will read and generate your Work History! Be sure to attach a cover letter and resume.

• CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Login to Workday using the Career app on your Home Page. Prior to clicking "Apply", update your employee profile to reflect your Education, Skills, and Job History (including your current job).

• Please attach a resume and cover letter that clearly states your experience and how it is applicable to this position.  Applications received without both documents may not be considered. 

• Please monitor your Workday account, as all communication will be sent to you through this system. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.

• This announcement closes at 11:59 PM on the close date listed.

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 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 aimee.steketee@oregonlegislature.gov or (503) 986-1373.
• The Oregon State Legislature is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Workforce Diversity.