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SENATE WASHINGTON STATE Caucus Assistant for the Washington State Senate Republican Caucus in OLYMPIA, Washington
Caucus Assistant
**Washington State Senate Republican Caucus
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The Washington State Senate Republican Caucus 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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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
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