Legislative Analyst - King County Council

Salary: $115,085.36 - $146,712.18 Annually
Location : King County Courthouse - 516 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA
Job Type: Appt/Exempt
Job Number: 2026AW28261
Department: KCC - King County Council
Division: County Council
Opening Date: 11/02/2026
Closing Date: 11/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: F15 : L117-Legislative Analysts
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours/Week: 40 hours/week

Summary
The Metropolitan King County Council is seeking a skilled thinker and communicator to join its central policy staff in the role of Legislative Analyst. The Council's policy team conducts quantitative and qualitative analyses of legislation and policy issues, including fiscal impacts, regulatory requirements, and potential legislative outcomes; legislative analysts also present their findings in public meetings.

The policy team's goal is to provide high-quality, nonpartisan and objective analyses of policy proposals for councilmembers to consider when making policy decisions-maintaining personal neutrality is a must for this position.
Job Duties

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Conduct, organize, and synthesize qualitative and quantitative objective and non-partisan analysis of legislation and policy issues.
• Develop policy and fiscal options for council decision-makers under the supervisor's guidance.
• Provide consultation in connection with legislation and policy development involving broadly defined subject matter, services, and processes.
• Research and analyze legislation referred to the Council on specific policy and fiscal matters. Identify legislative and executive intent.
• Prepare and present staff reports and briefings for council committees. Summarize intent, outline background information, analyze important issues, identify legal issues, impacts and risks. Prepare pertinent attachments and illustrations.
• Draft legislation and amendments as required for Council consideration. Review for compliance with professional and technical standards.
• Develop new legislative proposals based on councilmember or supervisor's request and direction.
• Review annual budget proposals, engage in discussions about policy intent and expected outcomes, analyze issues, and develop options.

A full description of the job duties can be found here:

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

The most successful applicants will possess the following experience, knowledge, and skills:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices in one or more of the following areas: public administration, budget and accounting, financial planning and analysis, management, social science, planning, operations research and evaluation, or the equivalent that can aid policy analysis.
• Knowledge of the legislative process and parliamentary rules and procedures.
• Well-developed math skills to perform statistical, financial, and economic analyses.
• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply relevant sections of the King County Code, and local, regional, state and federal mandates and programs.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of proposals, alternatives, and conclusions, as well as whether proposals comply with policy. Identify issues for legal review.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
The Legislative Analyst typically requires a bachelor's degree in public administration, finance, accounting, transportation planning, behavioral or social science, political science, business, economics, or equivalent discipline that will enable job performance AND at least two years of experience performing professional level work in an analytical, evaluative, and planning capacity and/or any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties of the position. A master's degree is preferred and may substitute for some experience.
Supplemental Information

The King County Council strives to create an inclusive, anti-racist workplace and seeks team members who will thrive in this type of working environment.

With a commitment to upholding and promoting equal opportunity in employment and valuing lived experiences, we endeavor to hire a workforce which reflects the County we serve. People of all backgrounds, cultures, and religions are encouraged to apply, including veterans, people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities.

ABOUT THE POSITION
This position is open to all qualified applicants. Acceptable proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States are required by federal immigration law. This position is a salaried, at-will, overtime exempt classification that is not eligible for the county Career Service system. The standard workweek is 40 hours. Non-traditional work hours and travel throughout King County may occasionally be required.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE:

Nov. 2-22: Position open

Nov. 23-Dec. 4: HR Initial Review

Dec. 7-10: Subject Matter Expert Review

Dec. 10-14: Writing Exercise

Jan. 11-15 (2027): First Round Interviews

Jan. 18-22 (2027): Second Round Interviews
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS An online employment application, resume, cover letter and answers to the supplemental questions are required.Applicants will be screened for completeness, competitiveness, and writing accuracy. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in a skills assessment test and one or more panel interviews.
UNION REPRESENTATIONThe Legislative Analyst position is represented by a bargaining unit and is the second classification in a four-part series. A $1.50 per hour contribution to the Western Conference of Teamsters Pension Trust Fund is mandatory for all represented employees in this union. The pension contribution is reflected in the stated wage rates on this announcement.

TELEWORK
The work associated with this position will be performed predominantly in a hybrid work environment, working in the office and at home. Employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. If selected for this position, you must be available for periodic in-person work.

You must have a secure and reliable internet connection for remote work-a minimum of 30 megabits per second download speed to accommodate video meetings. All staff must commit to standards related to team engagement, telework, and the KCC code of conduct.
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Job Code: 246501 Legislative Analyst
This position is represented by the Teamsters Local 117.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

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This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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Describe your experience reviewing and analyzing public policy issues and budget analysis. (Please limit your response to 300 words)
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Describe how your education and experience demonstrates your ability to conduct non-biased, non-partisan public policy analysis. (Please limit your responses to 300 words or less)
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How many years of professional, full-time experience do you have performing professional level work in an analytical, evaluative, and policy development capacity?

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