Policy & Communications Liaison

Washington County, Oregon; United States; On-site; USD 98,000 - 119,000; Full time

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Job summary

Washington County seeks a Staff Assistant to the Board of County Commissioners. You will support full-time County Commissioners and work within the County Administrative Office team to advance policy priorities and informed decision-making.

The role involves coordinating schedules, drafting talking points, representing Commissioners publicly, and conducting research. A bachelor’s or higher in public/business administration with relevant experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in public or business administration (or related field) with 3 years policy analysis and development experience.
• Associate's Degree in public or business administration (or related field) with 5 years policy analysis and development experience.
• High school diploma or GED with 7 years policy analysis and development experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate schedules and activities for Commissioners.
• Draft talking points, speeches, and correspondence.
• Represent Commissioners in interactions with the public and partner organizations.
• Conduct research and analysis to support policy priorities and informed decision-making.

Skills

Public administration principles

Public, community, and government REL

Project management

Research and problem-solving

Business communication

Oral and written communication

Scheduling coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in public or business administration

Associate's Degree in public or business administration

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Washington County seeks a Staff Assistant to the Board of County Commissioners. You will support full-time County Commissioners and work within the County Administrative Office team to advance policy priorities and informed decision-making.

The role involves coordinating schedules, drafting talking points, representing Commissioners publicly, and conducting research. A bachelor’s or higher in public/business administration with relevant experience is required.