Session Staff Counsel or Research Analyst

$81,756 - $119,304/Yr

Unclassified - Olympia, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Olympia, WA

About the position

The Session Staff Counsel or Research Analyst position at the Washington State Senate involves providing nonpartisan support to senators by conducting legal and policy research, drafting legislative documents, and presenting policy options. This role is crucial during the legislative session, requiring a collaborative and analytical approach to assist in the development and evaluation of policies and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Performing legal and policy research and analysis.
• Drafting bills, amendments, and other legislative documents.
• Developing and evaluating policy alternatives to assist Senators in meeting their goals.
• Presenting legislation and other policy matters before committees.
• Monitoring and analyzing implementation efforts by state and local government agencies.
• Responding to inquiries on pertinent policy issues.
• Developing appropriate professional relationships with Senators, other legislative staff, state agency staff, and interest groups.

Requirements

• Ability to effectively interact with others from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of or interest in learning the legislative process.
• Service-based and team-oriented approach to work.
• Proven ability to perform high-quality, objective research and analysis.
• Excellent analytical, writing, problem solving, and oral communication skills.
• Creative, flexible, cooperative, service-based, and team-oriented approach to work.
• Capability to handle complex situations in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in multiple computer applications, including word-processing software and online research.

Nice-to-haves

• A law degree or master's degree in public administration, public policy, or a related field.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave
• Bereavement leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible schedule options when not in session