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Oregon State Capitol Store

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ORGANIZATION: Oregon State Capitol

As part of Visitor Services, the Oregon State Capitol Store serves Capitol occupants and visitors every weekday from 9am-4pm.

Volunteers process orders, stock shelves, get first look at new, specialty mechandise, and learn more about the legislature. Every day, you'll see State Representatives and Senators grabbing lunch, buying gifts for staff, or outfitting their desks with the perfect accessory. You'll help visiting schools buy their souvenirs. You'll chat with visitors from all over the country and world hoping to take home a little piece of Oregon.

You'll gain skills like:

  • Merchandising
  • Cash Handling
  • Customer Service
  • Using a Point of Sale (POS)
  • Understanding the Legislative Process

39 Shifts

  • Wed Apr 02, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu Apr 03, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri Apr 04, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Wed Apr 09, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu Apr 10, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri Apr 11, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Wed Apr 16, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu Apr 17, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri Apr 18, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Wed Apr 23, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu Apr 24, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri Apr 25, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Wed Apr 30, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu May 01, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri May 02, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Wed May 07, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu May 08, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri May 09, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Wed May 14, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu May 15, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri May 16, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Wed May 21, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu May 22, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri May 23, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Wed May 28, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu May 29, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri May 30, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Wed Jun 04, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu Jun 05, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri Jun 06, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Wed Jun 11, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu Jun 12, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri Jun 13, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Wed Jun 18, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu Jun 19, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri Jun 20, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Wed Jun 25, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Thu Jun 26, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri Jun 27, 2025 - 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
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About Oregon State Capitol

Location:

900 Court St. NE, Salem, OR 97301, US

Mission Statement

Oregon State Capitol Visitor Services volunteers, age 16 and up, provide friendly, non-partisan service to all who enter the building. Capitol volunteers interact with many visitors including local school children, government leaders, and guests from all over the world.

Description

The Visitor Services Volunteer Program at the Oregon State Capitol has been in existence since 1985. We currently have more than 60 volunteers. Capitol tour guides lead groups from 4th graders to foreign dignitaries, sharing the history of the Capitol and informing guests how they may become involved in the legislative process. Kiosk attendants greet, direct, and provide information. Capitol Store volunteers assist in the retail shop including: cashier, merchandising, and inventory processing. Legislative Ushers serve during legislative sessions in the House and Senate Galleries. Volunteers also assist with special events including Oregon's Birthday Celebration, Cherry Blossom Day, Asian and Pacific Islander Day, Multicultural Day, Oregon's Bounty, Holidays at the Capitol, and more. Volunteers may help with a single event or provide ongoing assistance. To learn more visit: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/capitolhistorygateway/Pages/Visitor-Services-Volunteer.aspx

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Employment
Politics
Arts & Culture, Employment, Politics

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.
This opportunity has 39 shifts

WHERE

900 Court St. NESalemSalem, OR 97301

(44.93835,-123.03048)
 

DATE POSTED

March 6, 2025

SKILLS

  • Office Reception
  • Customer Service
  • Transactions
  • Professional Development
  • Retail / Sales
  • Basic Computer Skills

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 3 Hours every other week
  • Ability to stand for up to 30 minutes at a time, ability to reach above your head, ability to climb stepstool,

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