About the position

The Olympia City Council is accepting applications for Councilmember Position #2. The term for Position #2 ends December 31, 2023. The appointee will serve, until the November 2021 General Election results are certified.

To serve out the remainder of the term, the appointee will have to be elected to the position in the General Election.

The current annual stipend for Olympia Council Position #2 is $21,918, paid semi-monthly on the 5th and 20th.

Residency and other minimum requirements apply.

How to apply

Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/203247957884066

In support of Governor Inslee’s current COVID restrictions, Olympia City Hall is closed to the public. All application materials must be submitted electronically.

To be considered, this online application must be completed and submitted, along with all required attachments, no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, December 11, 2020.

Required attachments:

  • Cover letter indicating your interest and general qualifications for the position
  • Proof of voter registration, such as a copy of your voter registration card or online voter registration record
  • City limits map with your residence clearly marked
  • Resumé

On December 15, 2020, the City Council will review applications and finalize the selection process, including interview dates. Councilmembers have tentatively reserved Tuesday, January 5, 2021, and Wednesday January 6, 2021, for applicant interviews.

The appointee is expected to participate in the City Council’s annual goal-setting retreat on January 8-9, 2021.

Need help?

For further information or if you have special needs, please contact the Council’s Executive Assistant, Susan Grisham at sgrisham@ci.olympia.wa.us or 360.753.8447.