Legislative Aide - District 2 - Unclassified (Open)

This recruitment is Open. Anyone may apply. 

The selection process for this position will consist of an application screening and a panel interview, which may include a pre-interview exercise. 

Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application documents.  

All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Only the most highly qualified candidates, as determined by the initial screening process, will be invited to participate in the interview selection process.

Those selected to participate in the interview process will be notified of the date, time and place of the subsequent phases of the selection process. Interviews will be conducted in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

To apply for this opportunity, please submit the following materials online at https://jobs.smcgov.org or by clicking the Apply button. Email submissions will not be accepted.

• A Resume
• A detailed Cover Letter that includes responses to each of the following questions: 
  • Describe how your education and experience qualify you for this position. Include any experience working for business, governmental, political, or legislative organizations specifically focused on housing initiatives.
  • Describe a significant work project or program you have managed. Discuss its objectives, the steps you took to accomplish it, the challenges you faced, and the outcome.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline
Final Closing Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026, by 11:59 PM PST
Screening: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of August 10, 2026

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.

If you have questions regarding this position, please email Ximena Burns at xburns@smcgov.org.