Senate Sergeant-At-Arms

Initial Posting Date:
10/12/2026
Application Deadline:
10/26/2026
Agency:
Legislative Assembly
Salary Range:
$3,632 - $5,447
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Senate Sergeant-At-Arms
Job Description:
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.