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Oregon’s Legislative Policy and Research Office (LPRO) seeks a legislative analyst for a limited-duration position during the 2027 legislative session. The ideal candidate is familiar with the legislative process, enjoys working with people, is flexible and nimble in the face of change, and has a track record of serving people with different perspectives and goals. They are well organized, able to exercise independent judgment and discretion, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. The position will begin in December 2026 and continue through June 2027.

Interested candidates with demonstrated experience in at least one of the following policy areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Business and labor
• Education
• Housing
• Natural resources

Individuals with experience as a policy generalist and ability to learn quickly may also be considered.

Members of the Oregon State Legislature rely on LPRO’s subject matter expertise to provide nonpartisan, objective policy research and committee management and help craft the legislation that affects all Oregonians. The successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to work directly with legislators, stakeholders, other branches of government, and the public while assisting with policy development.

Examples of services the analyst might be called on to provide include:

• Providing written and oral information regarding proposed legislation, policies, policy interpretation, and policy options
• Assisting in the development of legislation, including working with agencies, government branches, stakeholder groups, and legislators
• Drafting policy briefs
• Working with a committee chair to prepare committee work plans and meeting agendas, providing legislative process advice to one or more legislative committees
• Staffing one or more work groups
• Responding to research requests from legislators

The legislative analysts will primarily work in person, based at the Capitol in Salem, Oregon. In session, LPRO staff are required to work in Salem.

To view the entire position description, please click here.

LPRO is an exciting workplace, offering a front-row seat to the state decision-making process. Learn more about LPRO and our work in the Oregon legislature by visiting our website.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Your application must demonstrate:

Graduate Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Law, or other related field; and, Three (3) years of experience researching, analyzing, interpreting, developing, or administering public policy.

An additional degree may substitute for one year of experience.

*An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate ability to perform the duties of the position may be considered

WHY THE OREGON STATE LEGISLATURE?

• Work/life balance - paid leave and a competitive benefits package.
• We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year.
• Collaborative work environment with a team of bright, hardworking, and fun individuals.
• Opportunities for professional development to expand your breadth and depth of knowledge.
• Support the creation of public policy and watch as history unfolds for the State of Oregon as ideas become crafted into policies and laws.
• The Legislative Branch is made up of 7 small-medium state agencies where you can really get to know your co-workers.

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).

• Attach your current cover letter and resume. Applications submitted without both documents may not be reviewed.

• 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 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, Senior Human Resource Specialist, at [email protected] or (503) 986-1373.
• The Oregon State Legislature is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Workforce Diversity.