Legislative Office Manager & Policy Liaison - Olympia

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Washington State Legislature in Olympia, WA, is seeking a Legislative Assistant to Senator Claudia Kauffman. This full-time, year-round position will support a high-performing office, coordinating calendar, events, and constituent services while engaging with lawmakers and stakeholders.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and at least one year of related experience, with extensive duties during sessions and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to communicate tactfully with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain productive working relationships with Senators, staff, lobbyists, and constituents.
• Well-developed project management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate legislative computer systems and video conferencing software.
• Willingness to learn the Washington State Legislature structure and public records requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of Senator Kauffman's office.
• Serve as liaison between the Senator and legislators, staff, lobbyists, agencies, and constituents.
• Field questions from the public regarding legislation and the Senator's stance on issues.
• Draft talking points, press releases, mailings, and plan district media strategies.
• Draft and/or review responses to legislative correspondence; exercise independent judgement.
• Assist constituents in interactions with state agencies.
• Meet with constituents, lobbyists, and other parties on behalf of the Senator.
• Organize in-person and virtual legislative events.
• Monitor district-specific issues and concerns.
• Maintain the Senator’s legislative calendar and arrange travel details.
• Oversee the office budget and reimbursements.
• Manage and track budget requests during the budget process.
• Recruit session staff and train to comply with procedures.
• Supervise temporary staff and interns during sessions.
• Oversee progression of bills and amendments.
• Coordinate communication with stakeholders on legislation.
• Organize committee testimony for prime sponsor bills.
• Collaborate with caucus policy staff and committee services staff.
• Maintain and preserve records of the office.

Skills

Strong communication

Public liaison

Relationship building

Project management

Tech literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Legislative software

Job description

The Washington State Legislature in Olympia, WA, is seeking a Legislative Assistant to Senator Claudia Kauffman. This full-time, year-round position will support a high-performing office, coordinating calendar, events, and constituent services while engaging with lawmakers and stakeholders.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and at least one year of related experience, with extensive duties during sessions and flexible hours.