Councilor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $61,830.00 Annually
Location : Metro Regional Center, OR
Job Type: Limited Duration
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-0997-COU
Department: Council
Opening Date: 06/09/2026
Closing Date: 7/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Summary
On June 2, 2026, Juan Carlos González, Metro Councilor for District 4, resigned from his position. He was sworn into office as Metro Council President the same day. To fill the vacancy Metro Councilor for District 4, Metro Council must appoint a new District 4 Councilor by August 31, 2026.
On May 19, 2026, voters in District 4 cast their ballots for an incoming Metro Councilor. The results of that election will be certified June 15, 2026. If a primary candidate receives more than 50% of the vote, they will become the next elected Metro Councilor for District 4 beginning January 4, 2027. If no primary candidate receives more than 50% of the vote, the top two candidates will advance to a run-off election on November 3, 2026, and the winner will become the next elected Metro Council on January 4, 2027.
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.
To Qualify:
To be eligible for the Metro Council, an applicant or candidate must be a and shall have resided during the preceding 12 months within the boundaries of District 4 as they exist when the term of office begins.
The winner of the primary or general election for District 4 will serve until January 6, 2031. Anyone seeking election to a Metro office for future elections must file their candidate forms with the Learn more about the election process visit our website at
The selection process:
The Metro Council will hold a public hearing, conduct candidate interviews and vote on candidates on July 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will be conducted at Beaverton City Hall in District 4 and will be available online via Zoom.
The application packet:

• A complete online application
• Attachment of a cover letter (no longer than 3 pages) in which the candidate describes their:
  1. Reasons for applying for the appointment
  2. Skills and qualifications for the position of Councilor
  3. Vision for the region and policy goals to realize that vision
• Responses to supplemental questions

To read more about this opportunity visit
Questions?
Recruiter: Megan Warneke
Email: Megan.Warneke@oregonmetro.gov
Additional Information
Equal employment opportunity
All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made, or any other status protected by law.
Accommodation
Metro will gladly provide a reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.
Veterans' preference
Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.
Hybrid Telework
Positions designated as "hybrid telework," meaning you will have the option to work away from the office, although there may be times that coming into the office will be required. The designation of Hybrid Telework may be subject to change at a future time. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington; Metro cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.
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Metro
Led by an elected council, this unique government gives all residents of greater Portland a voice in shaping the future and provides parks, venues, services, and tools at a regional scale. We find solutions for our area's garbage and recycling that protect clean air and water; help plan land use and development to provide jobs and safe transportation; manage local venues that provide a connection to arts and culture and help keep the economy growing; protect 17,000 acres of parks and natural areas, and run the Oregon Zoo, to keep nature close to home.
As part of the Metro family, you play a vital role in serving the people of the greater Portland region.
Family members, including eligible spouses, domestic partners, and children, are covered under most of our benefits programs. Benefits vary depending on position and full-time, part-time, and variable hour status.
This is a budgeted, regular status position with a full-time schedule. The position is eligible for these benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision health insurance
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation, holiday, and other leave
• Paid parental leave
• Full contribution to Oregon PERS retirement
• No-cost TriMet Hop Pass
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training opportunities
• Flexible schedules depending on position and department
• Hybrid/Telework living in Oregon /Washington depending on position and department

Metro also offers a variety of perks for all employees, including free admission to the Oregon Zoo (including ZooLights!), Oxbow and Blue Lake Regional Parks, membership discount at Lloyd Athletic Club, credit union eligibility and more. Employees also receive access to financial wellness and legal consultation services, as well as first-time home buying and ownership counseling.
Some positions are represented by a union and have additional benefits.
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Do you reside within the boundaries of District 4? You can verify your residential address here: https://www.oregonmetro.gov/about-metro/metro-council/find-your-councilor

• Yes
• No

02
Period of Residence within the boundaries of District 4: Please form answer in the following answer format: 00 Years/ 00 Months
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Please confirm your residential address. If you lived at more than one address in the past 12 months, please list all addresses and dates of residence.
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Are you registered to vote? You can check your voter registration at: https://secure.sos.state.or.us/orestar/vr/showVoterSearch.do?lang=eng&source=SOS

• Yes
• No

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Please verify your name as it appears on your voter registration.
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Please list volunteer or community projects, groups, boards, or civic organizations in which you have participated.
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The role of Councilor of District 4 will begin service immediately upon appointment and serve until the newly elected Councilor for District 4 takes office in early 2027. If selected, are you available to serve this term of appointment?

• Yes
• No

08
Per Chapter V, Section 19(3) of the Metro Charter, a Metro elected officer may not be an elected officer of the state, city, county or special district (not including school district) during their term of office for Metro. If selected, are you able to comply with this appointment requirement?

• Yes
• No

09
Can you attend the candidate interviews and public hearing on July 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., either in-person at Beaverton City Hall or online?

• Yes
• No

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Please certify: I certify that the information I have provided in my application is, to the best of my knowledge, true and complete. I request and authorize you to disclose to Metro any documents or information that may be requested. I also authorize you to respond to any inquiry concerning my background in connection with the application for the position to Metro Councilor of District 4. I agree to hold you and your agents and employees harmless from all liability, which could relate in any way to the disclosure of information or an assessment or opinion of my suitability. I hereby release Metro as well as those contacted by Metro from any liability or damage, which may result from furnishing the information requested I hereby certify that I am an elector and resident withing the boundaries of Metro; that I will have been a resident for a continuous period of at least one year if and when I am selected, and that I am not an elected official of any other public body other than a school district, or, if an elected official, I will resign such office prior to appointment. If you certify all statements above, please enter your name in the space provided.If you certify all statements above, please enter your name in the space provided.
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