Top 87 Policy advisor Jobs in Seattle Wa

Homelessness and Housing Policy Lead Advisor
King County —Seattle, WA
- $146,331.12 - $185,482.96 a year
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Office
- 8 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
5h
Policy Specialist, Policy Enablement and Delivery
Google —Seattle, WA
- $136,000 - $196,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Natural Resources Policy Lead Advisor
King County —Seattle, WA
- $146,331.12 - $185,482.96 a year
- Hybrid work
- Office
- 8 years
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
3d
Manager, Public Policy
Amazon.com Services LLC —Seattle, WA
- $138,500 - $187,300 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- 8 years
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Deputy Policy Director, UW Medicine
University of Washington —Seattle, WA
- $91,764 - $137,652 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
14d
Part-Time Lecturer - Doctor of Law and Policy (Seattle)
Northeastern University —Seattle, WA
- $2,174.27 a month
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Mental Health Expert (Contract)
mpathic —Seattle, WA
- $200 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- 5 years
- Psychology
- Senior level
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Psychometrician
Artemis Connection —Seattle, WA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Analysis skills
- Presentation skills
- Doctor of Philosophy
Quick Apply
Senior Manager, Energy Public Policy - US West, AWS Public Policy
Amazon.com Services LLC —Seattle, WA
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Communications Specialist, Policy Communications and External Affairs
Amazon.com Services LLC —Seattle, WA
- $76,600 - $134,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Manager, Economic Development Policy
Amazon.com Services LLC —Seattle, WA
- $138,500 - $187,300 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Research
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
6d
Senior Research Scientist, Survey Methods, Amazonian Leadership Experience
Amazon.com Services LLC —Seattle, WA
- $159,200 - $215,300 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- AWS
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Human Factors Scientist (Ph.D.)
Exponent Inc. —Bellevue, WA
- $105,000 - $120,000 a year
- Email
- Office
- Math
- Doctor of Philosophy
- 401(k)
Economist, Stores Economics and Science
Amazon.com Services LLC —Seattle, WA
- $136,000 - $212,800 a year
- Full-time
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Fair chance
- Senior level
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Senior Managing Policy Director
ACLU of Washington —Seattle, WA
- $154,000 - $189,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
11d
Economist I - RFCA
Amazon.com Services LLC —Seattle, WA
- $129,200 - $192,200 a year
- Full-time
- Finance
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Fair chance
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
HR Specialist - Research Intelligence & Strategic Insights, ER Strategy, Policy, GOEX
Amazon.com Services LLC —Bellevue, WA
- $113,300 - $170,200 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Office
- 3 years
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Legislative Assistant (Policy Lead) - Councilmember Rivera
City of Seattle —Seattle, WA
- $22.48 - $76.53 an hour
- Online Application
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Research Scientist/Engineer 3 - Department of Global Health
University of Washington —Seattle, WA
- $87,000 - $102,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
1d
Sr. Cultural Researcher, Futures Insights, Devices Experience Design
Amazon.com Services LLC —Seattle, WA
- $167,400 - $226,500 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance

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Homelessness and Housing Policy Lead Advisor

King County -
Seattle, WA

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Job Details

$146,331.12 - $185,482.96 a year
5 hours ago

Benefits

457(b)
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Pension plan
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Community relationship building
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

Summary

King County is launching an ambitious effort to ensure government delivers high-quality, efficient and equitable services through the King County Delivers plan. To support this work, we are seeking a collaborative, strategic, and deeply knowledgeable Policy Lead to be the subject matter expert in Homelessness and Housing. The Homelessness and Housing Policy Advisor will be a member of the newly created Policy and Innovation team. This role will serve with a team of policy leads, each representing a specific priority of Executive Zahilay.

Reporting to the Director of Policy and Innovation, the Policy Lead Advisor will help guide policy direction for their portfolio and work closely with County departments to integrate and align policy priorities across the enterprise. The ideal candidate brings not only subject matter expertise, but also a strong understanding of how to translate policy to implementation. Success in this role requires subject matter expertise, familiarity with community and government relations, and the ability to lead policy solutions that advance the Executive’s goals.

Job Duties

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the development and implementation for the Executive’s policy priorities as it relates to affordable housing and homelessness initiatives across the enterprise.
Work with the Director of Policy and Innovation, other policy leads and members of the Executive’s Office on strategies to integrate policy priorities into broader organizational strategy and cross-functional initiatives.
Build and maintain strong relationships with staff in different county departments, elected officials, policymakers, government officials, and regulatory bodies to support the development of housing and homelessness policies across the enterprise.
Work closely with the Director of Policy and Innovation to ensure that advocacy efforts are aligned with other strategic initiatives and programs across the enterprise.
Collaborate with public sector partners, community and subject matter experts to develop policy positions that advance the interests of the Executive in housing and homelessness initiatives.

Expectations

A focus on being out in the region to connect and build relationships with those we serve and those with whom we partner.
In the office a minimum of 3 days a week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) There may be additional in-person days required. Meetings may not have a call-in option for in-person days, and the expectation is to be in the office.
Be on time, respectful of others’ time, and responsive when needed.
Solve problems with a “Yes, And” mindset.
Bring an urgency to the work. We will start fast. The work will be intense, challenging, and incredibly rewarding.
Meetings will have written expectations, including an agenda with the goals and outcomes. Owners and next steps will be clear.
Processes and work will continuously improve.

Our Values?

Accountable
Collaborative
Timely
Impactful
Value Employees
Accessible
Trusted
Equitable

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a strategic and collaborative subject matter expert in Housing & Homelessness who can connect King County’s policy efforts to the Executive’s vision. The ideal candidate will have:

Significant experience (8+ years) of policy, advocacy or government affairs experience in housing and homelessness policy.
A proven record of translating policy into measurable results.
A deep commitment to transparency, equity, and service excellence in government.
Exceptional analytical, communication, writing, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders, from staff to community partners.

Key Attributes

Strategic and Analytical: Sees the big picture, uses data to inform decisions, and can develop and deploy effective strategy.
Equity-Centered: Embeds fairness, inclusion, and community impact into policy work.
Collaborative: Works across departments and builds strong partnerships to drive the policy agenda.
Results-Oriented: Connects policy to action, driving measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.

Supplemental Information

Why Join Us

This is a rare opportunity to join an adaptable and mission-driven team that shapes how King County delivers for its residents and center those most impacted. The Policy Lead will prioritize outcomes over optics and turn bold ideas into accountable, transparent, and effective government action.

The King County Executive Office serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with integrity, transparency, and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and frugal stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve.

We will work in the office at least three days a week to foster connection and responsiveness, arrive prepared and on time, and structure meetings with clear goals and next steps. The team will represent the Executive with professionalism—including responsible social media conduct—and respond promptly when contacted. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive executive-level salary, commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive health, retirement, and leave benefits
Ability to make a meaningful impact on how King County delivers for its residents

Application Process

To apply, please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter, describing how your experience in housing and homelessness policy and how your experience aligns with Executive Zahilay’s priorities and goals.

If you have questions about this selection process, please contact Brittany Hagen Crosser, [email protected] or 206-477-4035.

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