Councilor - District 4

Oregon Metro • Metro Regional Center, OR

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

This application and appointment process is for the vacancy in the Office of Metro Councilor for District 4 only until the newly elected Councilor is sworn in on January 4, 2027. The position will begin as early as July 9, 2026, and must be filled no later than August 31, 2026. The Metro Council is the only directly elected regional government in the United States. The Metro Council consists of a president, elected regionwide, and six councilors who are elected by district every four years in nonpartisan races. The Council works with community leaders and constituents across city and county boundaries. The Council's meetings take place both in person and online. Council work sessions and business meetings on Tuesdays and Thursdays take place in person at Metro Regional Center in the council chamber and online via Zoom. This position is a part-time and will be primarily based onsite at the Metro Regional Center, giving the opportunity to stay connected to daily operations and collaborate closely with staff in a collaborative environment. We also offer flexibility for hybrid work, when possible, in alignment with operational needs.

Requirements

• Must be a qualified elector.
• Must have resided within the boundaries of District 4 during the preceding 12 months as they exist when the term of office begins.
• Must reside in Oregon or Washington.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work in a hybrid telework arrangement, with the understanding that coming into the office may be required at times.
• Understanding of the election process and candidate filing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Metro Councilor for District 4 until January 4, 2027.
• Work with community leaders and constituents across city and county boundaries.
• Attend Council work sessions and business meetings on Tuesdays and Thursdays, both in person and online.
• Collaborate closely with staff in a collaborative environment.
• Stay connected to daily operations.

Benefits

• Flexibility for hybrid work, when possible, in alignment with operational needs.
• Equal pay for equal work regardless of gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics.
• Opportunity to stay connected to daily operations and collaborate closely with staff.
• Veterans' preference may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed