Salary: $60,732.00 - $105,240.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Exempt
Job Number:Department: House of Representatives
Opening Date: 08/20/2026
Closing Date: 9/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
DescriptionWashington State House of RepresentativesExempt Recruitment Announcement
Legislative Assistant to Rep. Julia Reed, House Democratic Caucus OPENS:August 20, 2026
CLOSES:September 3, 2026
REPORTS TO:Representative and Legislative Assistant Supervisor
LOCATION:Thurston County - Olympia, Washington during session; Option of Olympia or in-state telework during interim.
SALARY:$60,732 - $105,240 annually.
State law requires us to post the full salary range; however, individual salary is determined using a formulaic approach that gives credit for all paid work experience and up to a maximum of four years of college-level education. Most applicants will start near the beginning of the salary range.
NOTE:Applications will be retained and may be considered for additional HDC Legislative Assistant openings in 2026.
This position is represented by the Washington Public Employees Association. DutiesPosition Profile: Legislative Assistants support their assigned Representative in successfully fulfilling their duties by providing services in the areas of administration, office management, communication, research, bill tracking, and constituent correspondence. This is a full-time year-round position that is exempt from civil service laws. This position is represented by a union.
How You'll Be Expected to Contribute:- Manage daily operation of Olympia and/or district office.
- Maintain office records in accordance with the Washington State Public Records Act.
- Answer phone and act as first point of contact for all callers and visitors.
- Manage the Representative's calendar including complex scheduling assignments, individual appointments, group meetings, public events, and travel arrangements.
- Track advancement of bills throughout drafting and legislative process to ensure that timelines and deadlines are met.
- Draft responses on behalf of the Representative to emails, letters, and phone calls. Manage a high volume of constituent inquiries.
- Facilitate communication between constituents and government agencies, assisting constituents in accessing services, and researching and solving complex problems.
- Submit detailed and timely accounting reports for member travel and expense reimbursement.
Qualifications The Successful Candidate Will Meet These Qualifications:- Two years of office management and administrative support experience, ideally in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple responsibilities at the same time under time constraints, exercising professional judgment and confidentiality.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others.
- Demonstrated ability of strong writing, editing, and oral communication skills, including standard formatting and protocol for professional correspondence.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related software to include video conference technology.
- Demonstrated ability to foster an environment that is inclusive and welcoming to all.
Additional Desirable Qualifications:- Knowledge of legislative process and state and local government structure, functions, and services.
Note:Diverse backgrounds in education and experience could be successful in this role and will be considered. Candidates with any combination of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the work will be considered.
Supplemental InformationConditions of Employment/Working Conditions: This position requires an onsite/in-person presence during the legislative session and frequently requires more than 40 hours of work per week, which may include evening, weekends, and holidays during legislative sessions. Interim schedules allow for more flexibility.
This position is currently approved for in-state telework during the interim with an expectation to have an onsite-in-person presence when requested.Benefits: Employee benefits include vacation and sick leave; paid state holidays; health, life, and other optional insurance; retirement; social security; and military leave.
How to Apply:Intrigued? If so, please submit the below items combined in one document:
(1) a
letter of interest specifically addressing the qualifications;
(2) a
current resume describing in detail your experience and education; and
(3) a minimum of
three professional references with contact information (e.g., address, e-mail address, and telephone).
Send application materials and direct any questions to: . Remember, applications for this position will be retained and may be considered for additional HDC Legislative Assistant openings in 2026.
