Branch Service Representative jobs in Everett, WA

Community Liaison – Island County

U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen

Everett Office

Summary:

The Island County Community Liaison serves as Rep. Larsen’s representative to Whidbey and Camano islands.

As part of our district outreach team, the primary role of this position is to coordinate issues involving the federal government with officials from federal, state and local governments, as well as constituents, businesses, organized labor and other organizations. The Outreach Assistant – North Counties staffer is expected to develop relationships with our district stakeholders to learn the details of projects and policy concerns and to respond to their interests in federal policy development.

In addition to the geographic responsibility for communities in Island County, this position also covers military and veterans affairs and engagement with the U.S. Coast Guard.

The Island County Community Liaison is based in Rep. Larsen’s Everett, WA office and reports directly to the District Director. Together, the district staff works in harmony with the staff in Washington, D.C., and all staff members report to the Chief of Staff.

Essential job functions include:

· Serve as an official representative for Rep. Larsen at meetings, forums and public events

· Build and maintain relationships with constituents, businesses, labor, non-profit organizations, federal agencies, local government, and other stakeholders in Island County

· Travel regularly throughout the district to monitor local issues, projects and activities

· Work with Washington D.C.-based staff on federal policy development and interpretation for local stakeholders

· Event planning, including Rep. Larsen’s district schedule

Required skills and knowledge:

· Strong understanding of Island County and experience with outreach activities working with government, cultural communities, the business community, organized labor and local stakeholder groups

· Ability to exercise discretion and independent thinking while working as part of a team on sensitive projects and issues

· Strong writing ability

· Flexibility to work nights and weekends

· Valid driver’s license and vehicle

· Comfort discussing issues with groups both small and large, including public speaking

This position provides an opportunity to be part of a hard-working, cohesive, and dynamic team with a common mission of making a difference in the lives of others. The ideal candidate is a bilingual English and Spanish speaker, self-motivated, great at multi-tasking, has great interpersonal skills with a teamwork-oriented attitude, and a strong desire to help people.

This is a full-time position with federal benefits such as health care, the Federal Employees Retirement System, Student Loan Repayment Program, vacation/annual leave, paid sick and parental leave, and others.

The annual salary for this position depends on relevant experience and ranges from $55,000 - $65,000.

This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. We are committed to building and maintaining an organization that reflects the needs and diverse community we serve.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to ryan.casey@mail.house.gov or:

Office of U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen

C/O Ryan Casey

District Director

2930 Wetmore Avenue, Ste. 9F

Everett, WA 9820

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Everett, WA 98201: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person