Chief of Staff – Legislative Strategy & Operations

City-of-Seattle; Seattle (WA); Sur place; USD 114 000 - 125 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Vacation and sick leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Résumé du poste

The City of Seattle seeks a Legislative Assistant – Chief of Staff for the Office of Councilmember Rob Saka. This senior role leads strategic legislative work, manages staff, and advances policy priorities while ensuring excellent constituent services and accountable office operations.

Based at Seattle City Hall, you will coordinate with City departments, committees, and external partners to deliver timely legislative results and strong governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, law, business administration, or related field.
• At least five years in legislative affairs or public policy, government, public administration, product management, or related field.
• At least one year leading or supervising staff in a professional setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple high-stakes projects and programs in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilités

• Advise on legislative strategy, policy priorities, and issue management; plan and execute strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate with departments, community leaders, and advocacy groups to advance priorities.
• Oversee development of legislation, resolutions, and policy initiatives; ensure cross-office coordination.
• Screen and respond to constituent inquiries; ensure timely, respectful service across channels.
• Supervise staff and interns; maintain systems and accountability for priorities and deadlines.
• Develop messaging, media strategy, and public-facing communications.

Connaissances

Leadership

Organization skills

Political judgment

Staff supervision

Stakeholder management

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Description du poste

The City of Seattle seeks a Legislative Assistant – Chief of Staff for the Office of Councilmember Rob Saka. This senior role leads strategic legislative work, manages staff, and advances policy priorities while ensuring excellent constituent services and accountable office operations.

Based at Seattle City Hall, you will coordinate with City departments, committees, and external partners to deliver timely legislative results and strong governance.