Person · Senate
Melinda D.
Linquist
CHIEF OF STAFF — Office of Senator Patty Murray
Works forDPatty Murray · Democratic · Washington
Chief of Staff for U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) since April 2019, promoted from State Director. Based in Seattle, Washington. Prior experience includes roles at Fred Hutch, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, and People for Patty Murray campaign.
Last year's salary
Calendar year 2025
Career tenure
2 roles tracked
Sponsored trips
$617 total
Career earnings
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Compensation Timeline
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Employment History
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Earlier career
Prior roles per public sources. May overlap with employment records based on salary filings above.
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Sponsored Travel
1 trip · $617 combined disclosed value.