2026 Session Aide for Democratic Senator's Office

Session Aide For Democratic Senator's Office

Salary : $3,497 monthly

Location : Olympia, Washington

Closes : Opened until all positions are filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We strongly recommend applying 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 Democratic Senators during the 2026 legislative session. These full-time and temporary positions will begin on or about January 12, 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 the 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