Executive Assistant / Government Affairs Coordinator

K Street Consulting

Sacramento, CA  •  $25–$35/hour  •  Full-Time, In-Office  •  Expected Start Date: Month of July or August

ABOUT K STREET CONSULTING

K Street Consulting is a Sacramento-based government relations and public affairs firm representing clients across California’s most consequential policy arenas — including tribal gaming, healthcare, conservation, and education. We develop tailored advocacy strategies, build relationships with decision-makers at every level of government, and help our clients navigate the California Legislature with clarity and purpose.

We are a fast-moving, high-stakes environment where attention to detail, political instinct, and professionalism aren’t just valued — they’re essential.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for an Executive Assistant / Government Affairs Coordinator who is sharp, proactive, and genuinely excited about California politics. This is not a background role. You will work directly alongside Managing Partner Pamela Lopez, one of California’s most respected political strategists and lobbyists, supporting her work across over a dozen active client accounts.

If you love politics, enjoy being in the mix, and take pride in making things run smoothly — this role is for you.

The right candidate does not wait to be told what needs to happen. They observe, think critically, and act. In government relations, the ball is never in the other person’s court — follow-up is everything, and every interaction with a client, legislator, or stakeholder is an opportunity to make someone feel seen, heard, and well-served.

This role is approximately 75% executive support to Pamela Lopez and 25% support to the broader policy team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Executive & Administrative Support

•     Manage Partner Pamela Lopez’s calendar, scheduling, and correspondence with precision and urgency

•     Coordinate meeting requests with legislators, legislative staff, agency officials, and clients — always projecting professionalism and follow-through

•     Draft and proofread correspondence, agendas, briefing documents, meeting summaries, and client communications

•     Maintain contact lists, filing systems, and internal tracking tools to keep fast-moving work organized

Client-Facing Support

•     Ensure clients feel like VIPs — well-prepared, well-informed, and well taken care of at every touchpoint

•     When clients come to Sacramento, build full schedules: coordinate logistics, prepare agendas, gather and organize policy documents, and brief clients on who they’re meeting and what to expect

•     Pull relevant materials from past meetings, compile background on legislators and officials, and help clients walk into every room ready

•     Act as a trusted partner and first point of contact — responsive, discreet, and professional at all times

Legislative & Policy Coordination

•     Track legislative, regulatory, and budget developments relevant to client priorities using CapitolTrack and other tools

•     Help synthesize policy conversations to support meeting requests, client strategy, and advocacy positioning

•     Assist with coalition coordination, event logistics, and public affairs activities as needed

Office & Operations Support

•     Support invoicing, contracts, and correspondence with the firm’s accountant using QuickBooks

•     Maintain productivity using tools like Google Calendar

•     Handle day-to-day office needs: scheduling lunches, booking reservations, managing receipts, and keeping the office running smoothly

•     Dress in business formal at all times

WHO YOU ARE

•      Proactive. You notice what needs to happen and do it — without being asked twice.

•      Politically curious. You think it’s genuinely exciting to be part of California’s political mix, and you want to learn.

•      Detail-oriented. You catch errors, flag gaps, and take pride in materials that are professional.

•     A strong communicator. Your emails are clear, your follow-up is timely, and you represent the firm well in every interaction.

•      Discreet and trustworthy. You handle sensitive client and political information with good judgment and confidentiality.

•      Confident and critical. You don’t just complete tasks — you understand why they matter and how they connect to the bigger mission.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

•     Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

•     Interest in California gover…