JOB
Washington State House of Representatives
Exempt Recruitment Announcement
Post-Graduate Fellowships
REPORTSTO:
Director, Office of Program Research
LOCATION:
Thurston County - Olympia,Washington
SALARY:
$7,157 monthly + benefits
Position Profile:
The Office of Program Research (OPR) is currently seeking candidates for two post-graduate fellowships: the BUDGET FELLOWSHIP and the POLICY FELLOWSHIP.
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The Budget Fellow will serve as a Fiscal Analyst with the House Appropriations Committee, which considers the operating budget bill and related legislation, budget processes, and fiscal issues. The committee also considers bills with operating budget fiscal impacts.
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The Policy Fellow will serve as a Research Analyst or Counsel with one or more House policy committees, which consider legislation relating to a broad array of policy areas consistent with committee descriptions.
These fellowships include specialized training on legislative process and other subjects related to committee assignments, such as budget development and bill drafting.
As part of OPR, these fellowships are nonpartisan and exempt from civil service laws. These are full-time, temporary positions with anticipated start dates by October 1, 2026, and end dates of August 31, 2027.
About the Office of Program Research:
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. Our team consists of curious, creative, collaborative, and dedicated professionals. We share a commitment to public service, teamwork, and excellence.
About the House of Representatives:
The House of Representatives (House) comprises half of the Washington State Legislature and is made up of 98 members elected to serve two-year terms, representing 49 legislative districts. The House employs approximately 240 full-time year-round staff and 100 temporary session staff and interns. The Legislature convenes annually on the second Monday in January on the Capitol Campus in Olympia. 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.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
How You’ll Be Expected to Contribute:
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Meeting office standards for nonpartisanship, objectivity, and confidentiality.
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Developing subject matter expertise for assigned agencies, programs, or policies.
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Conducting research and analysis.
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Analyzing budget proposals and/or policy options.
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Drafting budget provisos and/or legislation as well as staff reports.
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Developing and evaluating options to assist House members in meeting their goals.
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Presenting and explaining budget proposals and/or legislation.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions:
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Session - An on-site/in-person presence on the Capitol Campus in Olympia is generally required during session. Some telework outside of normal business hours may be authorized in limited circumstances. The hours typically exceed 40 hours weekly, are often irregular, and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays during sessions.
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Interim - Interim schedules allow for more flexibility. In-state telework is allowed during interim for up to five days per week with an expectation to have an on-site/in-person presence when requested.
Benefits:
Employee benefits include vacation and sick leave; paid state holidays; health, life, and other optional insurance; retirement; social security; and military leave.
How to Apply:
Please submit the below items combined in one document to https://form.jotform.com/261797415793169:
(1) a letter of interest (1 page) specifically addressing your qualifications and specifying the fellowship(s) of interest to you;
(2) a current resume (1 page);
(3) an unofficial graduate school transcript;
(4) a minimum of three professional or academic references with email addresses and telephone numbers.
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
[email protected] or 360-786-7030, or TTD 1-800-635-9993. Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
