Archive for December 8th, 2010

Democratic Senator looking for Staff Assistant and Driver. Candidates need to be reliable, take initiative when necessary, and possess a clean driving record. Additional responsibilities include front office duties and other administrative tasks. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211227 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Congressman Ted Poe (TX-02) has an opening for a Staff Assistant in the Washington, DC office.  This position assists in managing office functions, maintains office equipment, furniture, supplies, and filing systems. Assists with speech preparation, website maintenance, generates EORs, and works with graphics department.  Processes large volume of tour and flag requests; staffs the front reception area, greets visitors and answers telephones; oversees Intern program.  Applicant must be extremely organized, a proficient editor, able to multi-task and is a self-motivated problem solver.  Previous Hill experience is necessary, must have a positive attitude and Texas ties preferred.  Email your resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  No calls or drop-ins please.

Northeast House GOP Freshman seeks candidates to fill Legislative Correspondent position.  Responsibilities include managing incoming constituent correspondence, researching and drafting responses, and assisting with legislative activity.  Potential to handle modest legislative issue portfolio.  Candidate must have good judgment, political instincts and be willing to work long hours in a fast-paced environment.  Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary.  Please send resume, cover letter, and up to three writing samples to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  Include “Legislative Correspondent” in subject line.

The Office of Congressman Ted Poe (R-TX) is seeking a proactive Legislative Assistant to whose primary focus will be administration of the Victims Rights Caucus.  In addition, a successful candidate will be responsible for Small Business, House Administration, Consumer Protection, and Government Reform. Responsibilities of this position will include writing legislative mail, briefing the Congressman on relevant policy developments, formulating legislative proposals, interacting with bi-partisan caucus and staffing the Member on all of the responsibilities related to the Victims Rights Caucus.  Strong writing and interpersonal skills are a must.  The ideal candidate will have several years of Hill experience, able to manage multiple projects at the same time and perform well under tight deadlines. Strong writing, analytical skills and a proven legislative track record of implementing legislative initiatives and building coalitions are a must. Texas ties a plus.  Please email resume, cover letter, and a writing sample letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required, with subject line: Attn: LA – VRC Position. No calls, drop-ins, or faxes, please.

Northeast House GOP Freshman seeks candidates to fill Legislative Assistant position.  Responsibilities include preparing Member for committee hearings/briefings/mark-ups and floor activities, developing and managing legislative initiatives, assisting with constituent correspondence, and representing the Member in meetings.  Candidate must have good judgment, political instincts, and be willing to work long hours in a fast-paced environment.  Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary.  Please send resume, cover letter, and up to three writing samples to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  Include “Legislative Assistant” in subject line.

Communications-driven Republican seeks an experienced  Press Secretary to implement DC media strategy.  The successful candidate must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, political acumen and be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously with an emphasis on delivering earned media.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: drafting/distributing press releases; writing a weekly op-ed; letters to the editor as needed;  regular updating and improving the website; preparation of talking points and speeches; establishing and maintaining strong relations with local and DC media and executing an aggressive earned local media campaign.  New media skills are a must, including knowledge of video, audio and/or photography and editing in those mediums.  Energetic, pro-active, can-do attitude essential. Please send cover letter, resume, references and two writing samples to email hidden; JavaScript is required.