Initial Posting Date:
05/21/2026
Application Deadline:
06/07/2026
Agency:
Legislative Administration Committee
Salary Range:
$3,848 - $5,773
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Security Operations Technician
Job Description:
Legislative Administration is seeking an experienced Security Operations Technician to join the expanding Capitol Safety and Security team at the Oregon State Capitol.
The Capitol Safety and Security team is dedicated to protecting and supporting the Capitol while ensuring a safe and secure environment for state officials, employees, tenants, and visitors. The Security Office is responsible for daily building security operations through risk management, physical screening, electronic access control systems, video monitoring, and fixed security posts. The Security Operations Technician provides critical security support and serves as a liaison between staff, building occupants, contractors, vendors, and the public. This position plays an important role in promoting safety and maintaining security throughout the Capitol by delivering a broad range of operational and support services.
What this job is NOT: This is not a cybersecurity, information security, or IT systems position. It does not involve network security, digital forensics, or computer systems administration.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with building access control operations
- Coordinating security protocols with contractors and vendors
- Monitoring access control systems and alarm activations
- Issuing and programming keycards, access credentials, hard keys, and parking passes
- Processing mail and freight for security inspections
- Supporting emergency response services
- Assisting with visitor services and Capitol-related activities
- Providing general building security and safety support
This is a full-time, continuing position located at the Oregon State Capitol. Remote work is not available.
We encourage interested candidates to review the position description to determine how their education and experience align with the role requirements and invite qualified applicants to apply.
To view the position description in its entirety, please click here.
Additional work history and experience of the successful candidate will include:
Knowledge of:
- The wide range of functions performed by Security Operations
- Multi-line telephones
- Electronic physical security systems, including access control, CCTV, alarms, sensors, and duress systems
- Access control database structures, credentialing workflows, and authorization management
- Basic troubleshooting techniques for electronic security hardware and software
- Security procedures, emergency response protocols, and access authorization standards
- Screening and inspection practices for mail, packages, and personal property
- Communication systems, including radio, telephone, and public address systems
- Applicable State & Federal laws, policies, procedures, and general public safety practices
Skill in:
- Standard office computer applications
- Administering, updating, and auditing access control databases with a high degree of accuracy
- Monitoring and interpreting multiple security systems and identifying irregular or suspicious activity
- Performing hands‑on adjustments, minor repairs, and basic maintenance on security equipment
- Coordinating with vendors and contractors on repairs, upgrades, and system improvements
- Communicating clearly and professionally with staff, visitors, contractors, and partner agencies
- Providing excellent customer service and applying de‑escalation techniques in a public‑facing environment
- Operating security and communication systems effectively during routine and emergency situations
- Writing clear, concise, and accurate reports and maintaining logs
Ability to:
- Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism at all times
- Collaborate effectively with security personnel, law enforcement, and other staff
- Be resourceful and able to think critically to resolve issues
- Maintain situational awareness while managing multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment
- Follow established procedures apply judgment when responding to incidents
- Prioritize tasks and respond effectively under pressure
- Work collaboratively with security personnel, staff, and external partners
HOW TO QUALIFY:
Your application must demonstrate:
Associate's degree in Security Systems Technology, Criminal Justice, or a related field and three (3) years of related experience.
*An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to demonstrate ability to perform the duties of the position may be considered.
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.
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.
- Considering a move to Oregon? Check out what living, working and playing in Oregon is like.
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 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, Human Resource Analyst, at aimee.steketee@oregonlegislature.gov or (503) 986-1373.
- The Oregon State Legislature is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Workforce Diversity.
