Senate jobs
Learn about permanent and temporary jobs and employee benefits at the Washington Senate.
Employee benefits
The Washington State Senate hires full-time and temporary employees at Washington’s beautiful capitol campus in Olympia. Senate staff (administrative, committee, caucus, and legislative assistants) provide various support services to legislators and other staff. Each employee plays an important role in the administration, operation, and maintenance of Washington's legislative system.
If you value public service, are motivated, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to look at the current opportunities.
In addition to their monthly salary, Washington State Senate employees and their families are eligible for healthcare, retirement, and many other benefits.
Note: Temporary positions are only eligible for limited benefits such as paid sick and bereavement leave, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program.
Services and programs include:
Compensation
- 3.5% annual step increases (based on approval)
- Cost of living adjustments
Healthcare
- Medical and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Long term disability insurance
- Flexible spending arrangements
- Wellness programs
- Dependent Care Assistance Program
Retirement
Additional programs
- Commute trip reduction options
- Public service loan forgiveness
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to state business resource groups
- Infants at work program
- Combined Fund Drive
- Telework/flexible schedules
- Vacation, sick leave, and most holidays
- Voluntary Employees’ Beneficiary Association
The Washington State Senate is an equal opportunity employer.
Questions? Contact the Senate Human Resources Office at SenateHRO@leg.wa.gov