LPRO Legislative Analyst

State of Oregon•Salem, OR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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. 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.

Requirements

Graduate Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Law, or other related field
Three (3) years of experience researching, analyzing, interpreting, developing, or administering public policy
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate ability to perform the duties of the position may be considered

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following policy areas: Business and labor, Education, Housing, Natural resources
Individuals with experience as a policy generalist and ability to learn quickly may also be considered.

Responsibilities

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