District Director

The Office of U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) seeks a District Director position for the Representative’s Seattle District office.

Pramila Jayapal is the U.S. Representative for Washington’s 7th Congressional District and a national progressive leader on issues including Medicare for All, immigrant rights, working families, climate justice, and an inclusive democracy. 

We are seeking an experienced, senior-level District Director to lead the Congresswoman’s work and operations throughout her home district. The District Director will play a central leadership role in advancing the Congresswoman’s mission, strengthening her presence and relationships across the district, and connecting her work in Washington, DC, to the priorities and needs of her constituents.

We are looking for a politically astute, creative, and collaborative team leader with a deep commitment to constituent service and a strong understanding of how to build relationships, mobilize communities, drive meaningful engagement and support a principal. The ideal candidate will bring an organizing mindset and a commitment to an integrated inside/outside strategy that connects the work of the congressional office with community partners, local leaders, and constituents to advance shared priorities.

BACKGROUND:

The District Director is essential to leading the strategy, direction, and implementation of the Member’s vision in the district in partnership with the legislative and communications teams in both the District and DC offices. This position is responsible for overseeing the effective delivery of immediate and long-term constituent services, outreach development, grants delivery, and stakeholder engagement. The District Director represents the Member at events and meetings across the district and serves as a liaison to federal, state, and local government entities as well as community stakeholders. This position oversees the district office operations, member district schedule, assignment of responsibilities, staff performance,and manages a team of up to eight staff members. 

The position requires personnel and project management experience, excellent interpersonal skills, creative organizing strategy, coalition building and community engagement skills, and oral and written communication skills. The District Director serves as the Member’s senior staffer in the district office, reports to the Chief of Staff, and works closely with the Legislative Director and Communications Director. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Leads and manages district team to carry out the Member’s vision and priorities
• Represents the Member and meets with groups and stakeholders on Member’s behalf
• Collaborates with D.C. staff to ensure district priorities, needs, and relevant updates inform the Member’s legislative and communication strategy
• Serves as lead to Washington Congressional Delegation offices as well as other federal, state, and local government partners for joint local efforts
• Acts as liaison to stakeholders, coalitions, constituents, and government agencies to develop and maintain effective, positive relations
• Interviews, selects, and trains employees of district offices to ensure the offices are appropriately staffed and the team is successful
• Manages district office staff, including planning, assigning, directing, and evaluating their work
• Develops strategic outreach plan to positively maximize Member’s exposure and community engagement efforts
• Guides the Constituent Services team to secure timely and accessible resources and services
• Works in partnership with Legislative Team to guide community-based policy development and facilitate information sharing across offices
• Partners with the Congresswoman’s communications team to plan district-based media and press events
• Builds schedule for the Congresswoman when she is in district, including prioritizing key events, constituent meetings and press opportunities
• Oversees scheduling requests, stakeholder invites, office purchases, security plans, and district operations
• Plans annual staff retreat in partnership with Chief of Staff and Senior Tea
• Ensures that district office strategies and operating plans align with the Congresswoman’s strategic vision and goals
• Serves as the primary representative for the Congresswoman at events in the district
• Builds and maintains relationships with constituents and key community leaders
• Other duties or tasks may be assigned as needed

KEY SKILLS:

• Leadership and Staff Management
• Strategic Planning and Coordination
• Constituent Services and Community Engagement
• Coalition Building and Stakeholder Relations
• Decision-Making and Problem-Solving
• Political Instincts and Sound Judgment
• Strong Written and Verbal Communication, with excellent attention to detail
• Congressional Operations and House Knowledge
• Strong understanding of progressive political landscapes, movement-building, and issue advocacy
• Deep knowledge and experience in the District

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

At least five years of leadership, staff management or supervisory roles in government, civic engagement, campaigns, non-profit, policy or community outreach. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Duties require work during regular office hours and some nights and weekends, with constant availability according to Member’s schedule and current events. 
• Employee must be able to drive and hold a valid driver's license (driving self and member as needed).
• This job is Seattle based and is mostly in person with some virtual flexibility. 

COMPENSATION:
$110,000 - $120,000 commensurate with experience.

Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, new Americans, people with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

TO APPLY:

The preferred application deadline is Monday, December 7, 2026. NRG Consulting Group is supporting this search. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.