Washington State Senate
2026 Session Aide for Republican Senator's Office
Washington State Senate, Olympia, Washington, United States, 98502
2026 Session Aide for Republican Senator's Office
JOB TITLE:
Session Aide for Republican Senator's Office
SALARY:
$3,497 monthly
LOCATION:
Olympia, Washington
CLOSES:
Open until all positions filled. Applications reviewed on rolling basis. Apply as soon as possible.
Senate Profile The Washington State Legislature is a bicameral body comprised of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Legislature meets annually in the Capitol Building in Olympia beginning on the second Monday in January. 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.
Position Profile The Washington State Senate is hiring session aides to provide office support to offices of Republican Senators during the 2026 legislative session. These full-time and temporary positions will begin on or about January 5, 2026, and will run through the scheduled end of the 2026 Legislative Session and the mid part of March 2026. The Session Aide reports to the Senator and their Legislative Assistant.
Typical Work
Serve as first point of contact for office by answering phones and greeting office guests
Take meetings with constituents, lobbyists, and advocacy organizations on behalf of the Office of the Senator
Draft correspondence and respond to e-mails, physical mail, and hotline inquiries according to office procedures
Communicate with constituents about legislation
Provides state-related case work assistance to constituents
Track progression of Senator's bills through the legislative process, including following up on committee hearings
Maintain office records in accordance with the Washington State Public Records Act
Conduct research to respond appropriately to constituent inquiries and follow each through to conclusion
Gain skills in other legislative processes and work as time and training allows
Qualifications
Administrative experience and knowledge of general office practices
A passion for public service
Knowledge of or interest in learning about the legislative process
An ability to work collaboratively with others and effectively interact with others who have diverse backgrounds and experiences
Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail
An ability to exercise professional judgment, discretion, and confidentiality
High comfort level working in a fast‑paced environment
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite programs and familiarity with video conference software such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom
Additional Requirements
This position works in-person in Olympia during the legislative session
The hours for this position are 8 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday.
Benefits Salary is $3,497 per month. This is a temporary position eligible for paid sick leave, bereavement leave and access to the Employee Assistance Program.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Temporary
Job Function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
The Washington State Senate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, physical, sensory, or mental disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of a service animal by a person with a disability.
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Session Aide for Republican Senator's Office
SALARY:
$3,497 monthly
LOCATION:
Olympia, Washington
CLOSES:
Open until all positions filled. Applications reviewed on rolling basis. Apply as soon as possible.
Senate Profile The Washington State Legislature is a bicameral body comprised of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Legislature meets annually in the Capitol Building in Olympia beginning on the second Monday in January. 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.
Position Profile The Washington State Senate is hiring session aides to provide office support to offices of Republican Senators during the 2026 legislative session. These full-time and temporary positions will begin on or about January 5, 2026, and will run through the scheduled end of the 2026 Legislative Session and the mid part of March 2026. The Session Aide reports to the Senator and their Legislative Assistant.
Typical Work
Serve as first point of contact for office by answering phones and greeting office guests
Take meetings with constituents, lobbyists, and advocacy organizations on behalf of the Office of the Senator
Draft correspondence and respond to e-mails, physical mail, and hotline inquiries according to office procedures
Communicate with constituents about legislation
Provides state-related case work assistance to constituents
Track progression of Senator's bills through the legislative process, including following up on committee hearings
Maintain office records in accordance with the Washington State Public Records Act
Conduct research to respond appropriately to constituent inquiries and follow each through to conclusion
Gain skills in other legislative processes and work as time and training allows
Qualifications
Administrative experience and knowledge of general office practices
A passion for public service
Knowledge of or interest in learning about the legislative process
An ability to work collaboratively with others and effectively interact with others who have diverse backgrounds and experiences
Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail
An ability to exercise professional judgment, discretion, and confidentiality
High comfort level working in a fast‑paced environment
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite programs and familiarity with video conference software such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom
Additional Requirements
This position works in-person in Olympia during the legislative session
The hours for this position are 8 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday.
Benefits Salary is $3,497 per month. This is a temporary position eligible for paid sick leave, bereavement leave and access to the Employee Assistance Program.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Temporary
Job Function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
The Washington State Senate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, physical, sensory, or mental disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of a service animal by a person with a disability.
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