{"id":56641,"date":"2025-10-13T13:35:41","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T20:35:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=56641"},"modified":"2025-10-13T13:35:41","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T20:35:41","slug":"internship-session-committee-assistant-office-of-program-research-house-of-representatives-olympia-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/internship-session-committee-assistant-office-of-program-research-house-of-representatives-olympia-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Internship: Session Committee Assistant | Office of Program Research, House of Representatives (Olympia, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<div class=\"container entity-details-tab active\">\n<div class=\"entity-standalone-header\">\n<div class=\"entity-title-container\">\n<h2 class=\"entity-title\" title=\"Session Committee Assistant | Office of Program Research (Multiple Positions)\">\u00a0(Multiple Positions)<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"header-buttons\">\u00a0\n<div class=\"share-buttons-container addthis_toolbox sharethis-button-group \"><button class=\"linkedin-share-button st-custom-button fa fa-linkedin\" type=\"submit\" data-network=\"linkedin\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/5096265\/session-committee-assistant-office-of-program-research-multiple-positions\" data-title=\"Thurston County \u2013 Olympia, WA Session Committee Assistant | Office of Program Research (Multiple Positions)\" aria-label=\"Share via LinkedIn. 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Link will be opened in a new tab.\" data-original-title=\" \"><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tab-content entity-details-tabs\">\n<div id=\"info\" class=\"entity-details-container\">\n<div class=\"scrollable-container\">\n<div class=\"summary container\" data-printing-url=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/newprint\/5096265\" data-location=\"Thurston County \u2013 Olympia, WA\" data-job-id=\"5096265\" data-job-source=\"0\">\n<div class=\"term-container-new\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid summary-section\">\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div id=\"salary-label-id\" class=\"term-description\">Salary<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>$4,299.00 &#8211; $4,605.00 Monthly<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div id=\"location-label-id\" class=\"term-description\">Location\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p class=\"job-location\">Thurston County \u2013 Olympia, WA<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\">Job Type<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>Exempt<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\">Job Number<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>2025-06852<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\">Department<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>House of Representatives<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-right\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\">Opening Date<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>09\/29\/2025<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"term-block term-block-left\">\n<div class=\"span4\">\n<div class=\" term-description\">Closing Date<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"span8\">\n<p>Continuous<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clearfix\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"entity-details-buttons\">\n<ul class=\"nav tab-buttons\" role=\"tablist\">\n<li class=\"active description\" role=\"presentation\"><a id=\"description\" role=\"tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/5096265\/session-committee-assistant-office-of-program-research-multiple-positions#details-info\" data-toggle=\"tab\">Description<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"benefits\" role=\"presentation\"><a id=\"benefits\" role=\"tab\" href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/washington\/jobs\/5096265\/session-committee-assistant-office-of-program-research-multiple-positions#details-benefits\" data-toggle=\"tab\">Benefits<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"container entity-details-content tab-content\">\n<div id=\"details-info\" class=\"tab-pane active fr-view\">\n<dl>\n<dt>\n<h2>Description<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div><img class=\"fr-fic fr-dii\" src=\"https:\/\/secure.neogov.com\/images\/AgencyImages\/jobposting\/1924\/jobpostings\/image\/20250929141220_Transparent%20Background.png\" alt=\"An image without description\" data-uw-rm-alt-original=\"\" data-uw-rm-alt=\"QU\" \/><\/div>\n<p id=\"isPasted\"><strong>Washington State House of Representatives<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><u>Exempt Recruitment Announcement<\/u><\/p>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<p id=\"isPasted\"><strong>Session Committee Assistant | Office of Program Research (Multiple Positions)<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"19.047619047619047%\">\n<p><strong>OPENS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"80.95238095238095%\">\n<p>September 29, 2025<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"19.047619047619047%\">\n<p><strong>CLOSES:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"80.95238095238095%\">\n<p>Open until filled. \u00a0For best consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit materials by October 20, 2025. \u00a0Screening, interviewing, and selection will begin immediately.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"19.047619047619047%\">\n<p><strong>REPORTSTO<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"80.95238095238095%\">\n<p>Director, Office of Program Research<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"19.047619047619047%\">\n<p><strong>LOCATION<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"80.95238095238095%\">\n<p>Thurston County \u2013 Olympia, Washington<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"19.047619047619047%\">\n<p><strong>SALARY<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"80.95238095238095%\">\n<p>$4,299 \u2013 $4,605 monthly based on experience and qualifications. \u00a0This position does not include benefits.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong><u>Position Profile:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Washington State House of Representatives\u2019 Office of Program Research (OPR) is currently seeking candidates for\u00a0positions as nonpartisan Session Committee Assistants.\u00a0 These positions are full-time, temporary, and exempt from civil service laws.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>About the Office of Program Research:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>OPR provides nonpartisan legal, policy, and fiscal services for House committees and members. Our work involves a wide range of issues relevant to the lives of Washingtonians. \u00a0Our team consists of curious, creative, collaborative, and dedicated professionals. \u00a0We share a commitment to public service, teamwork, and excellence.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>About the House of Representatives:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The House of Representatives is made up of 98 members elected to serve two-year terms. \u00a0Regular legislative sessions begin on the second Monday in January and continue for 105 days in odd-numbered years and for 60 days in even-numbered years. \u00a0 Special legislative sessions occur as needed. \u00a0The House holds its members and staff to the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/leg.wa.gov\/about-the-legislature\/house-of-representatives\/code-of-conduct\/\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/leg.wa.gov\/about-the-legislature\/house-of-representatives\/code-of-conduct\/\">Legislative Code of Conduct<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>Duties<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\"><strong><u>How You\u2019ll Be Expected to Contribute:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Prepare, proofread, and\/or edit documents. \u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Provide clerical and administrative support to OPR research staff and House committees.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Prepare and maintain official committee meeting materials and files. \u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Assist with the planning and organizing of committee meetings.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Operate hearing room equipment for committee meetings.<\/li>\n<li>Facilitate in-person and remote participation in committee meetings.<\/li>\n<li>Track the progress of bills.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Provide information to legislators, staff, lobbyists, media, and the general public.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Work independently as well as collaboratively with OPR research staff and other legislative and agency staff. \u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>Meet office standards for nonpartisanship, objectivity, and confidentiality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>Qualifications<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\"><strong><u>The Successful Candidate Will Meet These Qualifications:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Knowledgeable in clerical and administrative procedures.<\/li>\n<li>Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Adobe, Zoom, and other relevant computer applications.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to quickly learn specialized computer applications designed for committee support.<\/li>\n<li>Excellent proofreading skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to producing high-quality documents.<\/li>\n<li>Proven ability to multi-task and use organizational and planning skills to prioritize tasks within competing deadlines.<\/li>\n<li>A proactive, creative, flexible, collaborative, and service-oriented approach to work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Ability to communicate effectively with varied audiences and deal with the complex situations found in the fast-paced, high pressure legislative environment.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to work the long, irregular hours that are common during a legislative session.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<br \/>\n<p><strong>Additional Desirable Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li>An undergraduate degree is preferred, but not required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><em>Note:\u00a0<\/em><em>Diverse backgrounds in education and experience could be successful in this role and will be considered. Candidates with any combination of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the work will be considered<\/em><strong><em>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>\n<h2>Supplemental Information<\/h2>\n<\/dt>\n<dd>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p id=\"isPasted\"><strong><u>Conditions of Employment\/Working Conditions:\u00a0<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>These positions require an onsite\/in-person presence on the Capitol Campus in Olympia during the legislative session.\u00a0 Some telework outside of normal business hours may be authorized in limited circumstances. \u00a0 Regular work hours for the House are 8:00 a.m. \u2013 5:00 p.m., Monday \u2013 Friday, and may also include evenings, weekends, and holidays. \u00a0These positions frequently require more than 40 hours of work per week.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Benefits:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>These positions are temporary and not eligible for benefits. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>How to Apply:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Intrigued? \u00a0If so, please submit the below items\u00a0<em>combined in one document\u00a0<\/em>to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fform.jotform.com%2F252615894529166&amp;data=05%7C02%7CLucinda.Duvall%40leg.wa.gov%7C4f0446045d894a8b61d808ddf7ac65cf%7C848b0e6c94894d83b31e4fde99732b09%7C0%7C0%7C638939042001525110%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=yKxJUv0pBjnVBNe%2BhxYhg%2F07qSvKCl9%2FEijxbF%2FaZQI%3D&amp;reserved=0\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fform.jotform.com%2F252615894529166&amp;data=05%7C02%7CLucinda.Duvall%40leg.wa.gov%7C4f0446045d894a8b61d808ddf7ac65cf%7C848b0e6c94894d83b31e4fde99732b09%7C0%7C0%7C638939042001525110%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=yKxJUv0pBjnVBNe%2BhxYhg%2F07qSvKCl9%2FEijxbF%2FaZQI%3D&amp;reserved=0\">https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/252615894529166<\/a><\/p>\n<p>(1) a\u00a0<strong>letter of interest<\/strong>\u00a0(1 page) specifically addressing the qualifications;<\/p>\n<p>(2) a\u00a0<strong>current resume<\/strong>\u00a0(1 page); and<\/p>\n<p>(3) a\u00a0<strong>list of professional references\u00a0<\/strong>(1 page) with current contact information, including email addresses.<\/p>\n<p>The Washington State Legislature is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran, or military status, or using a trained service animal by a person with a disability. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including those listed above and those with other diverse life experiences. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact House HR Director at niki.pavlicek@leg.wa.gov or 360-786-7030, or TTD 1-800-635-9993. 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