We are seeking a Policy Analyst to join our Government Relations team. The Policy analyst will provide government relations and general support to the team. The position is based in Seattle, WA and requires in-person work in Seattle and Olympia, WA., including engagements with State Legislators and State agencies.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

Washington State Appropriations and Grants: Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, managing, implementing, applying for and/or selecting state grants, funding and/or cooperative agreements.
Energy Sector: Expertise in policy, legislative drafting, and/or regulation on energy issues.
Native American Policy: Experience working on Tribal governmental relations work.
Natural Resources: Experience working on natural resource matters with state agencies and knowledge and experience in natural resource policy issues.
Healthcare: Detailed knowledge and experience in healthcare policies, regulations, and legislative initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

Legislative and Agency Engagement: Assist the team with advocacy efforts, including coordinating meetings with members of the Legislature, Executive Agencies and at political events in Olympia, WA and other locations across the State.
Legislative Monitoring and Research: Closely monitor legislative and regulatory developments at the State that impact our clients. Prepare summary and analysis
Policy Analysis and Communication: Assist the team in drafting memoranda, policy briefs, letters, legislative summaries, talking points, and other materials to clients.
Draft Detailed Documentation: Develop and disseminate legislative alerts, articles, and political updates for clients.

Qualifications:

Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree required.
Professional Experience: 2-5 years of experience in State government roles, political campaigns, State advocacy entities, or related fields.
A strong understanding of the Washington political and legislative processes, with the ability to analyze and interpret legislation and policy impacts.
Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
Self-Starter Mentality: A proactive attitude with the ability to take initiative, work independently, and drive projects forward in a fast-paced environment.
Team Collaboration: Demonstrated capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.

October 27, 2026

Location: US-WA-Seattle

Practice: Government Relations

We are seeking a Policy Analyst to join our Government Relations team. The Policy analyst will provide government relations and general support to the team. The position is based in Seattle, WA and requires in-person work in Seattle and Olympia, WA., including engagements with State Legislators and State agencies.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

Washington State Appropriations and Grants: Proficiency in drafting, reviewing, managing, implementing, applying for and/or selecting state grants, funding and/or cooperative agreements.
Energy Sector: Expertise in policy, legislative drafting, and/or regulation on energy issues.
Native American Policy: Experience working on Tribal governmental relations work.
Natural Resources: Experience working on natural resource matters with state agencies and knowledge and experience in natural resource policy issues.
Healthcare: Detailed knowledge and experience in healthcare policies, regulations, and legislative initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

Legislative and Agency Engagement: Assist the team with advocacy efforts, including coordinating meetings with members of the Legislature, Executive Agencies and at political events in Olympia, WA and other locations across the State.
Legislative Monitoring and Research: Closely monitor legislative and regulatory developments at the State that impact our clients. Prepare summary and analysis
Policy Analysis and Communication: Assist the team in drafting memoranda, policy briefs, letters, legislative summaries, talking points, and other materials to clients.
Draft Detailed Documentation: Develop and disseminate legislative alerts, articles, and political updates for clients.

Qualifications:

Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree required.
Professional Experience: 2-5 years of experience in State government roles, political campaigns, State advocacy entities, or related fields.
A strong understanding of the Washington political and legislative processes, with the ability to analyze and interpret legislation and policy impacts.
Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
Self-Starter Mentality: A proactive attitude with the ability to take initiative, work independently, and drive projects forward in a fast-paced environment.
Team Collaboration: Demonstrated capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.

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