District Director

Initial Posting Date:

08/19/2025

Application Deadline:

09/02/2025

Agency:

Legislative Assembly

Salary Range:

$5,646 - $8,469

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

District Director

Job Description:

Representative Ben Bowman of House District 25 is recruiting for a District Director (position LA4).  This position will require a well-versed political strategist to assist the Representative in moving his policy priorities forward and manage his district communications.  It will also require an experienced staff supervisor.

This is a hybrid role that will involve attending meetings in Tigard and working in Salem during the legislative session as well as other meetings as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Policy Guidance

• Serve as the point of contact on all bills where fellow legislators or advocacy groups want Rep Bowman’s sponsorship.
• Ensure Rep Bowman is prepped and available to testify on legislation.
• Track legislation in Rep Bowman’s priority areas and provide the necessary information so he is able to advocate. 

Communications

• Draft regular newsletter covering Rep Bowman’s activities and priorities. Example here.
• Create and execute a social media strategy to elevate Rep Bowman’s presence and audience on those platforms.
• Draft Press Releases on Rep Bowman’s personal priorities.
• Draft official letters and communications to agency officials, constituents, local governments, and other entities. 

Constituent Services

• Help HD-25 constituents navigate and access state services.
• Respond to constituent questions and comments about legislation.
• Track major constituent events (graduations, dean’s list, etc.) and draft personal letters from Rep Bowman.

Staffing + Office Management

• Onboard and supervise legislative assistants and interns.
• Ensure legislative assistants and interns have clear policy areas and responsibilities.
• Manage HD-25 budget (in partnership with HMO Operations Director).

District Management

• Maintain close communications and relationships with district leaders (Tigard, Beaverton, and Washington County)
• Coordinate with the City of Tigard, City of Beaverton, Washington County, Tigard Tualatin School District, and other local partners on their priorities at the state legislative level

The work history and experience of the ideal candidate will include:

Knowledge of:

• Legislative processes and practices
• Existing legislation and its ramifications
• Historical context of policies
• Current bills in process