Legislative Assistant – Capitol & District Office

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Paid state holidays

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Washington State House of Representatives seeks Legislative Assistants to support their assigned Representative in fulfilling duties, including administration, office management, research, bill tracking, and constituent correspondence. This is a full-time year-round exempt position based in Olympia, with session work onsite and interim options.

The successful candidate will manage the office calendar, coordinate communications with agencies, draft responses, prepare briefings, and track

Qualifications

• Two years of office management and administrative support experience.
• Ability to independently manage multiple responsibilities with professional judgment and confidentiality.
• Strong writing, editing, and oral communication skills for professional correspondence.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and video conferencing tools.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment and diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operation of Olympia and/or district office.
• Maintain office records in accordance with state law.
• Answer phone lines and constituent inquiries, serving as first point of contact.
• Coordinate communication with constituents and government agencies; research and resolve issues.
• Draft responses to emails, letters, and calls on behalf of the Representative.
• Identify and monitor district-specific issues and travel arrangements for the office.
• Track advancement of bills and deadlines; liaise with policy staff for briefings.
• Prepare detailed accounting reports for member travel and expense reimbursements.
• Represent the office at legislative and community events as needed.
• Collaborate with Public Information Officer on articles, newsletters, and speeches.

Skills

Office management

Administrative support

Writing & editing

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, political science, public administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Video conference technology

Job description

Washington State House of Representatives seeks Legislative Assistants to support their assigned Representative in fulfilling duties, including administration, office management, research, bill tracking, and constituent correspondence. This is a full-time year-round exempt position based in Olympia, with session work onsite and interim options.

The successful candidate will manage the office calendar, coordinate communications with agencies, draft responses, prepare briefings, and track