The City of Redmond is a thriving, culturally diverse community and home to over 80,000 residents. Redmond is the hub of an array of commerce and industry ranging from technology, aerospace, and gaming to biomedical and innovation start-ups. In this role, you will represent the city, and our values of service, integrity, accountability, belonging and stewardship.
The Legislative Coordinator provides high-level administrative, legislative, and technical support to City Council members. This position requires a self-motivated, intuitive problem solver with high situational awareness and instinct, emotional intelligence, and a detail-oriented professional with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with a wide range of personalities, and building strong, positive relationships in a tactful, diplomatic, and professional manner.
The incumbent plays a key role in supporting legislative initiatives and programs, coordinating meetings and heavy calendaring, and delivering superior internal and external customer service. This role demands initiative, independent judgment, and a strong working knowledge of City policies, procedures, and organizational structures.
This position regularly handles sensitive and confidential information and requires a high level of discretion. The Legislative Coordinator serves as a liaison between the City Council and other City departments, external agencies, community members, and regional stakeholders.
Schedule Details: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. In-Person This position is full-time and requires some weekends and evenings
Education and Experience
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Associate’s Degree or high school diploma /G.E.D. with 2 years of college level coursework
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Five years of progressively responsible administrative support experience
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May require relevant certification or higher education coursework as it pertains to the department/division
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Any combination of education and experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties of the position
Licenses and Certificates
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Valid Washington State Driver’s license required
Other
This class description describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the job.
Please review the Administrative Specialist – Non-Represented job description for more information about the knowledge, skills, abilities, working conditions, and physical requirements.
Our employees earn competitive wages and enjoy an exceptional benefits package that includes:
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MEDICAL INSURANCE - Choice of two plans for employees and their eligible dependents: Premera or Kaiser Permanente. All employee healthcare premiums paid for by the City of Redmond.
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PRESCRIPTION DRUG INSURANCE - Included with each medical plan
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DENTAL INSURANCE - For employees and their eligible dependents
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VISION INSURANCE - For employees and their eligible dependents
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OTHER INSURANCE - Life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, optional employee-paid voluntary life insurance
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FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - For tax savings on healthcare and dependent care expenses
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PAID VACATION & HOLIDAYS – with (13) paid holidays per year
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EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
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RETIREMENT PLANS - Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) plus additional options that include: Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (Social Security replacement plan) and MetLife 457 Plan
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Annual COLA adjustments
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Annual merit increases of up to 5%
To learn about benefits at the City of Redmond, please visit C2MB (ajg.com)
