Hybrid Public Policy Analyst & Counsel

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Union representation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The State of Washington Senate, Democratic Caucus, seeks a Research Analyst/Policy Counsel to support Senators in shaping policy, analyzing legislation, and communicating complex issues. You will work with legislative staff, agencies, and communities to develop actionable policy proposals and provide strategic guidance.

The role is full-time with hybrid/remote flexibility during interim, and regular in-person days in Olympia during the session.

Qualifications

• Experience evaluating legislation and advising on policy.
• Ability to translate ideas into actionable legislation.
• Strong written and verbal communication in a political environment.

Responsibilities

• Support members in refining proposals to meet caucus goals.
• Develop and analyze legislative proposals.
• Conduct research using legal, fiscal, and programmatic sources.
• Draft memos, analyses, talking points, and policy summaries.
• Monitor committees and agency implementation; track progress.

Skills

Policy analysis

Legislative process understanding

Written communication

Research and synthesis

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in public policy, law, or related field

Tools

CRM/legislative tracking tools

Job description

The State of Washington Senate, Democratic Caucus, seeks a Research Analyst/Policy Counsel to support Senators in shaping policy, analyzing legislation, and communicating complex issues. You will work with legislative staff, agencies, and communities to develop actionable policy proposals and provide strategic guidance.

The role is full-time with hybrid/remote flexibility during interim, and regular in-person days in Olympia during the session.