Temporary Legislative Assistant (CM Hollingsworth) chez City of Seattle, WA

About the Department

The Legislative Department has an outstanding opportunity for a 20-hour per week Temporary Legislative Assistant in the office of Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth, representing District 3. This is a dynamic, fast paced, and collegial environment that provides an opportunity for you to demonstrate your skills in administrative office operations, communication, and interest in local government. The Legislative Department works collaboratively to realize the City’s vision of racial equity.

This position requires a self-starter with strong attention to detail and keen sense of organization; the ability to prioritize and demonstrate judgement skills; discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters; and the ability to manage multiple projects while responding quickly and professionally to those who contact the office. Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills are essential. This is a critical position in a collaborative and mission-driven office where teamwork and individual responsibility are valued. The office is comprised of four staff members with this position dual reporting to the Councilmember and Director of Operations.

Position Duties

• Constituent Services:
  • Assist with screening, prioritizing, and responding to incoming correspondence and communications in a timely manner, including emails, phone calls, and mail.
  • Facilitate effective communication within City Departments and with external stakeholders, including constituents, residents, and government departments in other jurisdictions.
  • Attend community meetings with or on behalf of the Councilmember.
  • Provide professional, service-oriented connections with members of the public, other City Councilmembers and offices, and City Departments.
• Administrative Support:
  • Maintain and organize physical and electronic files, ensuring accessibility and easy retrieval. 
• Communications:
  • Assist in the Councilmember’s communications with the district (i.e. writing newsletters, managing paper mail and voicemail, managing social media.)
• Stay informed about policy issues and legislation before the Council.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in administrative assistance, communications, customer service, public relations, or other relevant experience in a volunteer or professional capacity.
• Experience working for an elected official, executive, or director or on a campaign.
• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and accomplish objectives with minimal supervision or oversight.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and remain calm under pressure; a track record of reliability, hard work, collaborative style, the ability to contribute as a team player but can also work independently.
• Commitment to creating a welcoming, professional, and inclusive environment for staff, constituents, and other stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook and similar scheduling tools.

Other Qualifications

This position is classified as a Legislative Assistant and is exempt from the Seattle Civil Service System. The part-time salary range for this classification is $35 - $40 per hour for 20 hours. This is a temporary assignment lasting from mid-January 2025 to the end of July 2026.

This position will be onsite at Seattle City Hall (600 Fourth Ave. 3rd Floor, Seattle, WA). This position is a part-time opportunity limited to 20 hours per week.
 

WHY WORK AT THE CITY
The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in the Race and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and provide equitable processes and services.

HOW TO APPLY

1. Complete a NEOGOV online application and supplemental questionnaire.
2. Attach a PDF of your cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement.
3. Attach a PDF of your resume.