Legislative Assistant to Rep. Strom Peterson, Democratic Caucus

Legislative Assistant to Rep. Strom Peterson, House Democratic Caucus

Exempt Recruitment Announcement

OPENS:
August 25, 2026

CLOSES:
September 8, 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.

About The House of Representatives:

The House of Representatives (House) comprises half of the Washington State Legislature and is made up of 98 members, elected to serve two-year terms representing 49 legislative districts. The House employs 250 full-time year-round staff and 100 temporary session staff and interns. 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.

Our workplace is on the beautiful Capitol Campus in Olympia. The 486-acre campus includes the Legislative Building and other historic structures, as well as popular parks and trails with views of Capitol Lake, Budd Inlet, and the Olympic Mountains. The House of Representatives holds themselves to the Legislative Code of Conduct which expects the following:

• We conduct ourselves with self-awareness, self-respect, and professionalism;
• We treat others with respect, dignity, and civility, regardless of status or position; and
• We refrain from engaging in hostile, intimidating, offensive, or unlawful activities or behaviors that may amount to discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, or bullying.

About The House Democratic Caucus:

The Washington State House Democratic Caucus (HDC) consists exclusively of the Democratic members of the Washington State House of Representatives. Our caucus staff team is comprised of administrative, policy and communications professionals supporting HDC members in their legislative activities. Policy analysts provide analysis, research and legislative strategy advising in their respective policy areas to all House Democrats. Communications specialists help members of the HDC communicate with their district, the media, interested parties and the general public about policies considered and passed by the Legislature.

Legislative assistants staff and manage individual member offices. HDC caucus staff share a passion for public service, a commitment to addressing inequities in partnership with community, and for improving the way Washington delivers services to its residents.

We believe that honoring diversity, equity, and inclusion means that as an organization, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, and attributes, can Washington State House of Representatives employees achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the House of Representatives.

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.

The Successful Candidate Will Meet These

Qualifications:

• Two years of office management and administrative support experience, ideally in a…