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Founded in 1933, the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, which provides a wide array of legislative, training, and other services to all cities and towns in the state of Washington. Membership is voluntary, however, AWC consistently maintains 100% participation from Washington’s 281 cities and towns.

AWC employees create the environment in which we work. We embody these core values as the guiding principles of our actions, behaviors, and interactions.

• Collaboration – We work together within departments and across the organization to create excellence, while embracing each employee’s unique abilities. We build purposeful relationships and partnerships through the deliberate inclusion of multiple perspectives.
• Equity – We foster a workplace culture where individuals feel that they belong and are offered fair and equitable access to opportunities and resources to meet their differing needs. By acknowledging the intrinsic value of each person, we create a compassionate environment free of prejudice and discrimination.
• Innovation – We are creative problem-solvers who believe strongly in what we do. We keep an open mind as we create resourceful solutions through consistent improvements. We set high standards while exhibiting flexibility, adaptability, and resilience.
• Integrity – We listen with intent, are ethical and reliable, and hold ourselves accountable. We strive for transparency and clarity in our communication and value the contributions of all.
• Respect – We act with kindness, grace, and compassion. We value the unique views, experiences, expertise, and potential of all staff. We encourage and support others in taking risks and advocating for growth.

AWC employees enjoy exceptional benefits in a family-friendly environment, including paid holidays and time off, health insurance, continued education opportunities, free parking and a retirement plan.

AWC continuously strives to increase its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff. The city and town officials and staff that we serve come from a wide variety of backgrounds. As such, we strongly encourage members of historically minoritized groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals, or members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply for positions with AWC to help meet the needs of our organization.

If accommodations are needed for the application process, please email recruiting@awcnet.org for confidential assistance.

Check here to find any open recruitments, or visit AWC JobNet to explore career opportunities in Washington’s cities and towns, other local governments, and more. Sign up for job alerts for new AWC positions at AWC JobNet.

 Tips for applying

• When completing the application, there will be a space to provide three professional references. We strongly encourage you to submit references from supervisors and other organizational leaders who have overseen your work.
• If applying from a job board other than AWC’s website, make sure your personal email address is easily identifiable.

Check your email or voicemail often. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond with AWC’s current needs will be contacted via email or by phone to schedule an interview.

AWC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values inclusion diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Federal and Washington labor laws