LPRO Legislative Analyst

Initial Posting Date: 09/17/2026 Final date to receive applications: 10/11/2026 Agency:
Legislative Policy & Research Committee Salary Range:
Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:

LPRO Legislative Analyst

Job Description:

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.

• 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.

LPRO is an exciting workplace, offering a front-row seat to the state decision-making process.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

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