Date Posted:
May 20, 2026
Position Title:
Staff Assistant
Office/Company:
Hon. Pramila Jayapal
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
WA-07
Job Number:
HoR-252-26-HC
Reports To:
Location:
Seattle, WA
Contact:
jobs.pramila@mail.house.gov
Salary:
$60,000 - $62,000
Primary Role
Staff Assistant
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full-time
Description:
The Office of U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal seeks a Staff Assistant in her Seattle, WA office.
Responsibilities:
Front Office: Greet and screen visitors, answer and screen telephone calls for the Congresswoman and District Office staff members, taking messages when appropriate; Assist with processing of constituent mail and franked mail; Respond to constituent requests for information; Administrative and clerical duties involved with managing the front office; Oversee the District Office internship program. Other responsibilities: Work with DC staff assistant on letter writing and constituent correspondence; Manage congressional competitions such as the High School Art & App Competitions; Handle casework for passports, state inquiries, housing, and local referrals, and assist with federal casework as needed; Participate in select outreach efforts such as mobile office hours and the Congresswoman's Town Halls.
Qualifications:
Excellent organizational, proofreading and time management skills; Professional and courteous manner; Strong writing skills and attention to detail; Ability to work cooperatively and courteously under pressure; Strong self-care abilities, and the vulnerability to ask for help when needed.
Instructions:
Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to jobs.pramila@mail.house.gov. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis. No calls or drop-ins please.
Other:
Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, new Americans, people with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. State and/or district ties are a plus. Bilingual candidates are preferred.
