Caucus Assistant for the Washington State Senate Republican Caucus

Description

The Washington State Senate Republican Caucus (SRC) is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Caucus Assistant. This is a permanent, full-time position.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Provide support services to the Policy workgroup, the Communications workgroup, and the SRC in general.

Duties

SKILLS:

• Knowledge of the legislative process, committee, and leadership structure of Washington State Legislature.
• Knowledge of issues, and policies on a variety of subjects related to the Legislature.
• Develop and maintain cordial, effective working relationships with co-workers, legislators, legislative assistants, and other members of the legislative community.
• Proficient in technology and computer software skills when needed for Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint, bill tracking, scheduling, agendas, email and legislative phone system.
• Proven ability to perform accurately and efficiently under time constraints.
• Work independently and cooperatively with others.
• Ability to manage & track multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of experience and education AND one year of work experience with the Washington State Legislature.

• Knowledge of the legislative process.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
The Legislature meets annually beginning on the second Monday in January in the Capitol Building in Olympia. Regular legislative sessions take place January through March in even-numbered years and January through April in odd-numbered years. Special legislative sessions occur as needed. Permanent staff work year-round supporting the Senate and its members.

• This position is in-person in Olympia during the legislative session and may require work outside of the normal 8 am – 5 pm workday, including evenings and weekends.
• Must be a Washington State resident or willing to relocate to Washington.
• This position is currently approved for in-state telework during the interim with supervisor approval and an expectation to have an onsite-in-person presence when requested.

Supplemental Information

SALARY RANGE & BENEFITS:
The salary for this position is based on relevant experience and qualifications.
The full salary range for caucus assistant is $4,544 - $7,875 per month. A hiring salary will be less than the top of the range, however.

The Senate offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; vacation, sick, military, bereavement, and civil leave; twelve paid holidays per year; a state retirement plan; deferred compensation; healthcare flexible spending account; dependent care assistance; infant at work policy, optional credit unions and savings bonds; and tuition reimbursement.

THE WASHINGTON STATE SENATE is an equal opportunity employer.

TO APPLY: Please submit the following by Monday, July 22, 2024

• Resume
• A letter of interest responding to items in the announcement
• Three professional references with contact information

Email your resume and supplemental materials to: tawnya.smith@leg.wa.gov