Policy Director Assistant - Public Safety & Equity

Seattle Legislative Department; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Seattle Legislative Department is seeking a Legislative Assistant – Policy Director for Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7). You will support public safety policy, staff committee work, and advance district and citywide initiatives with strong research and community engagement.

You will analyze complex policy issues, craft communications for diverse audiences, and coordinate multiple projects across portfolios.

Qualifications

• Knowledge or experience in policy development and strong research skills to decipher and present complex data.
• Build trust and strong working relationships for community engagement and change.
• Ability to adapt communications to diverse audiences and community needs.
• Well organized and able to manage political tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Apply racial equity lens in policy analysis and work toward ending systemic racism.

Responsibilities

• Clerk the Public Safety Committee, prepare agendas/minutes, manage in-person/hybrid meetings and publish materials.
• Coordinate and staff legislative committees, including schedule and content for the Public Safety Committee.
• Plan/manage multiple projects: permitting processes, Design Review reform, outdoor dining streets, Seattle Comprehensive Plan update, land use legislation.
• Lead policy work across portfolios including Transportation, City Light, Public Utilities, Parks, Finance, Governance.
• Research and survey information on complex policy issues across public safety, health, transportation, and municipal utilities.
• Collect information from local, regional, state, and federal staff; compile data and present in reports or tables.
• Respond to inquiries from constituents, stakeholders, and City Council staff.
• Stay informed about policy issues and emerging District 7 topics; communicate effectively with public and agencies.
• Develop outreach strategies and prepare speeches, talking points, press releases, and briefings.
• Assist with constituent services including screening mail and answering calls.
• Be available to support team during busy periods or when others are on leave.

Skills

Policy research

Public speaking

Communication

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Job description

The Seattle Legislative Department is seeking a Legislative Assistant – Policy Director for Councilmember Bob Kettle (District 7). You will support public safety policy, staff committee work, and advance district and citywide initiatives with strong research and community engagement.

You will analyze complex policy issues, craft communications for diverse audiences, and coordinate multiple projects across portfolios.