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Session Aide for the Office of Senator Maralyn Chase

Submitted by Mark P. Weitzenkamp on November 22, 2017 - 1:03pm

Summary:                                  Full time, session-only position (January – March, 2018).

Mission Statement:                   To provide the highest quality office support to the member and the member’s Legislative Assistant to successfully fulfill the obligations of the member’s elected position.

Compensation:                          Salary $2661.  Benefits are not offered.          

Reports to:                                 Senator Chase and Legislative Assistant

Typical Work:                           Answer multi-line phone; greet and direct office visitors; open and sort mail; assist Legislative Assistant in maintaining member’s schedule; respond to e-mail and hotline inquiries as directed by the Legislative Assistant; communicate with constituents on case work and legislation; track progression of member’s bills through the legislative process, including following-up on committee hearings; prepare and maintain bill files; conduct research to respond appropriately to constituents’ inquiries and follow each through to conclusion; perform other work as required.

Qualifications

              Knowledge of:             Legislative process; general office practices. Political Economy and/or Social Critical Theory a plus.

              Ability to:                     Exercise professional judgment and discretion, maintain confidentiality; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; work cooperatively under the direction of Legislative Assistant and/or Member; organize and prioritize information for Legislative Assistant and/or Member; operate basic computer and associated software programs.

              Experience:                  Two years of office/administrative experience or one year of post high-school education and one year of experience.

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Acceptable education, experience, and knowledge as determined by the Senator and/or the Legislative Assistant in consultation with the Secretary of the Senate.                 

If you would like to work for the Office of Senator Maralyn Chase, please submit your resume and a letter of interest by December 15th via e-mail to remy.golla@leg.wa.gov.

The Washington State Senate is an equal opportunity employer.  

 

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