Archive for June, 2011

Democratic Senator seeks qualified individual for Legislative Clerk position. The Legislative Clerk is responsible for, but not limited to: compiling and formatting Senator’s daily briefing books, act as personal assistant and driver for events in DC and occasionally in WV, maintain legislative records. Backup support to scheduling and legislative staff as needed. Open, sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail. Assist in maintaining mailroom. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211431 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Senate Select Committee on Ethics seeks staff counsel with significant investigative or trial experience. Candidates must possess superior analytic and oral/written communication skills and should have at least five years of experience. Salary commensurate with experience. Fax resume to 202-224-7416 or email email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Ranking Member of Senate Subcommittee is seeking attorney with domestic policy background and oversight experience. Responsibilities include investigations, drafting legislation, developing and staffing hearings, preparing memoranda, statements and speeches, and serving as senior counsel for subcommittee. Capitol Hill and/or regulatory experience preferred but not necessary. Must have excellent references and five years of experience since receiving law degree. Please email resume to: email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Senate Committee seeks a senior-level staffer to serve as Deputy Staff Director. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, oversight of Legislative Branch agencies including Architect of the Capitol, Secretary of the Senate, Senate Commission on Art, Senate Sergeant at Arms, and U.S. Capitol Police. Specific responsibilities include oversight of operations, project completion, new policy initiatives, and review of certain agency contracts. Position oversees interagency coordination for security, communications, and continuity programs. This position involves substantial administrative policy development related to rules and regulations of the Senate. Deputy Staff Director serves as Acting Staff Director in the absence of the Staff Director, and provides a wide range of advice and guidance to the Committee’s activities and decisions. The Deputy Staff Director has a high degree of autonomy and decision making authority. Qualified candidates must possess at least 6 years total Congressional experience, with personal office Senate experience mandatory; knowledge and appreciation of Senate history, rules, and institutional practices; ability to identify and analyze programmatic or agency deficiencies; and financial, budgetary and management experience. Individuals must be U.S. Citizens and have, or be able to obtain, a Top Secret clearance. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211427 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Midwestern Democratic Senator is seeking a Staff Assistant for an office that is very focused on constituent services. The successful applicant will have excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and oral and written communication skills. Duties may include greeting visitors to the office, answering phones, sorting and entering constituent mail, and other administrative tasks. Experience in customer or constituent service is a plus, as well as connections to the Midwest. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211428 as the job referral number in the subject line.

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Moderate Democrat seeking a qualified Director of Operations for DC office. Applicants should have at least two years of Senate experience either as an office manager or other type of management position. Responsibilities include but are not limited to managing the office budget, paying bills, ensuring the day to day office operations are running smoothly and acting as a contact person for the office with various departments within the Senate and Capitol complex. Knowledge of Senate Ethics, Rules, Budget and Finance procedures are a must.  Please e-mail cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211429 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Congressman Tom Petri (R-Wisconsin) is seeking an Executive Assistant in his DC office.  Responsibilities include handling the Member’s Washington schedule and preparing expense vouchers.  This is an entry level position.  Intern or other relevant background useful.  Organizational ability and communications skills are essential.  Job requires much interaction with the Congressman and the public so people skills are important.  Wisconsin connection a definite plus. Fax resume and cover letter to 202-225-2356.

Democratic Senator seeks a Systems Administrator, based in the D.C. office, to oversee computer systems in the D.C. and state offices. Major responsibilities include IT support and management of the computer network, hardware, and software; maintaining, supporting and troubleshooting hardware and software problems related to the computer network, desktop units, and other office equipment such as Blackberries, printers, DVRs, etc. Experience with a Constituent Services Systems, Apple/Mac products, Microsoft Office, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows server 2003 and server software strongly preferred. Qualified candidates should be well-organized, able to balance multiple-tasks, maintain composure under pressure, and be dependable, friendly and flexible. Applicants must also demonstrate a strong aptitude and patience for training/supporting staff on computer applications, and have strong oral and written communication skills. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211426 as the job referral number in the subject line.

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Northeast Democrat seeks a Financial Services Committee Legislative Assistant to cover all aspects of Financial Services Committee.   Individual should have a strong background in economic policy, the Dodd-Frank Act, securities issues and housing policy.  This individual is also responsible for taxes, budget, small business and trade issues.  Qualified applicants should have strong writing, communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to handle multiple issues and a demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment.  A JD or advanced degree is required.  Hill and Legislative experience preferred.   Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required. No phone calls or drop-ins.

Ranking Member of Senate Subcommittee is seeking attorney with domestic policy background and oversight experience. Responsibilities include investigations, drafting legislation, developing and staffing hearings, preparing memoranda, statements and speeches, and serving as senior counsel for subcommittee. Capitol Hill and/or regulatory experience preferred but not necessary. Must have excellent references and five years of experience since receiving law degree. Please email resume to: email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Midwestern progressive Democratic Senate Judiciary Committee member seeks a Counsel who will be responsible for preparing for hearings, drafting bills and amendments, planning legislative strategy, and writing memos, speeches and talking points. Applicants should be highly motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and must possess excellent legal, writing, and interpersonal skills. J.D. required. Several years of legal practice and prior Hill experience strongly preferred. This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, national origin, or disability. Please email cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Senior Democratic Senator seeks Legislative Correspondent for an active mail program, with specific issues areas yet to be decided. Individual will be responsible for drafting all constituent correspondence in their assigned issue areas and providing direct policy support to the Legislative Assistants. Candidate should have excellent writing ability, superior researching skills, and understanding of the legislative process in order to provide thoughtful and substantive responses to constituent correspondence. Hill background, experience with Intranet Quorum, and West Virginia ties a plus. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211423 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Moderate Democratic Senator seeks a dependable, outgoing and professional Staff Assistant for a very busy front office in Washington, DC. Duties include, but are not limited to: answering phones, greeting visitors, arranging tours and distributing faxes. Applicants must have excellent interpersonal skill and be able to work in a team environment. Must have Senate experience as an intern and West Virginia ties preferred. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211422 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Texas Republican Member of Congress seeks a staff assistant/legislative correspondent (dual position). Responsibilities include managing all constituent correspondence, including greeting visitors in the front office. Daily tasks include writing letters, researching legislation, answering telephones, organizing tours, processing flag requests, assisting a busy legislative and communications staff, and serving as intern coordinator. Applicants should be detail-oriented professionals with strong organizational skills and writing abilities, positive attitudes and pride in work product. Hill is experience is required and Texas ties strongly preferred. Please email cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required. No phone calls, emails or walk-ins, please.

Southern moderate Democratic Senator seeks Press Assistant for a very active communications office. Specific responsibilities include assembling daily press clips; drafting grant announcements, booking and preparing event advisories and audio/video notices; maintaining contact lists; and fielding all press requests. Must have the ability work closely with members of the communications team to write and distribute materials on tight deadlines. Strong writing skills essential. Also must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task. Prior Hill experience preferred, but not necessary. Please e-mail a resume, writing sample, and letter of interest to email hidden; JavaScript is required by close of business Friday, July 8th.

The Office of Congressman John Culberson (R-TX) is looking for a Staff Assistant for the Washington, DC office.  Successful applicants will be able to handle multiple projects at once and combine a positive attitude with a proactive approach.  The Staff Assistant will be responsible for DC tours, flags, managing incoming phone calls and visitors, coordinating interns, and working with the Legislative Correspondent on the constituent mail program, among other duties.  TX ties are preferred, Houston ties are a plus.  Please send your resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  No phone calls or drop ins please.

Maryland Democratic Senator seeks Press Secretary for busy media office. Duties will include, but are not limited to, writing press releases and other media deliverables, staffing events, pitching and developing relationships with members of the press and generally supporting the Senator’s press operations. Previous hill OR outside communications experience a must. Degree in communications or journalism and Maryland ties preferred. Please e-mail resume, cover letter and two brief writing to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211417 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Texas Democrat seeks a hard-working, highly organized, energetic, detail-oriented and experienced legislative staffer. Must be able to manage and complete multiple challenging tasks on a regular basis. Potential candidates should have excellent writing and verbal skills coupled with some knowledge of social media. A bachelor’s degree with at least one year of office experience and at least one year working in a congressional office is preferred. The ideal candidate will have experience working under pressure, working as a team player, a sense of humor and the ability to work flexible hours.    Experience with Microsoft, Word, Excel and Intranet Quorum is a plus. Please send cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required. No phone calls or walk-ins please.

Midwestern Freshman Republican seeks exceptional writer to manage all aspects of constituent correspondence. Duties include sorting incoming letters and emails, tracking and assigning mail through constituent management software, drafting and sending timely responses, managing approval process, and preparing weekly mail reports. Candidates must demonstrate exceptional writing ability and attention to detail, and possess excellent research and organizational skills. Candidates must also be hardworking team players who can excel in a fast-paced environment. Hill experience, software proficiency, and/or ties to Illinois a plus. To be considered, interested applicants should email: 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume; and 3) a brief writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required by Friday, June 24, 2011. No walk-ins or phone calls please.

Southern moderate Democratic Senator seeks Legislative Correspondent for Energy, Agriculture, and Environment. Also takes lead on Rural Development, the Arts, and Historical Sites/Preservation. Duties include responding to constituents’ letters on energy, agriculture, environment and related issues; attending meetings on behalf of the Senator as directed by the Legislative Assistant; providing policy research and administrative support to the Legislative Assistant; and drafting supporting memos for the Legislative Assistant. Strong writing skills essential. Prior Hill experience preferred but not necessary. Please e-mail resume and letter of interest to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211416 as the job referral number in the subject line by close of business June 27, 2011.

West Coast Progressive democrat seeks Legislative Director to manage all aspects of a forward-thinking and dynamic legislative agenda. Issues portfolio may include tax and economics. Successful applicants work well under pressure, possess excellent written and oral communications skills, have a good sense of humor. Prior Hill experience is required. Please submit cover letter, resume, and list of references to email hidden; JavaScript is required. No drop-bys or phone calls.

Democratic Senator seeks a Systems Administrator to oversee computer systems in DC and State offices. Responsibilities include determining hardware, software and system requirements to meet the IT needs of the office, maintaining and troubleshooting hardware and software problems related to the network, desktop devices, and other office equipment, and providing blackberry support. Knowledge of Intranet Quorum and Enterprise is recommended. Candidates should be well-organized, dependable and flexible, and able to balance multiple-tasks as well as maintain composure under pressure. Applicants must also demonstrate a strong aptitude for training staff on computer applications and have strong oral and written communication skills. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please email cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211412 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Senior Democratic Member seeking qualified candidates for scheduler and office manager job in his Washington DC office. Job duties include: managing comprehensive scheduling system; making Member’s travel arrangements; processing executive correspondence. Office manager duties include vouchering; budget management; maintaining office supplies and other tasks as assigned by the Chief of Staff. This is a very demanding position that requires someone used to working under pressure and managing multiple assignments simultaneously. Prior full-time executive assistant experience (or equivalent) is required. Preference will be given to applicants with Hill scheduling experience. California ties are a plus. Please email a resume and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required. No phone calls or drop-ins please.

The Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT), is seeking a Staff Assistant to monitor all aspects of the front office, including greeting visitors and answering incoming telephone calls. Candidates should have a college degree or equivalent work experience; strong research and communications skills; and availability to work long hours, if necessary. Preference will be given to Vermont candidates. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211411 as the job referral number in the subject line.

The Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT), is seeking a Nominations Clerk to assist with all aspects of office operations as they relate to the confirmation process of executive and judicial nominations as well as federal courts issues. Strong organizational and writing skills are essential. Also required are advanced research skills, the ability to work well under pressure, and ability to work long hours. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211410 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Congressman Scott Garrett (R-NJ) is looking for a Staff Assistant for the Washington, DC office. Successful applicants will have a conservative philosophy, be able to handle multiple projects at one time and have a proactive attitude.  The Staff Assistant will be responsible for the DC tour program, managing incoming phone traffic and visitors, and working with the Legislative Correspondent on the constituent mail program, among other duties.  NJ ties are preferred, but not required.  Please send your resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required copied into the body of the email in addition to attaching a copy by June 15th.

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Dynamic, pro-active freshman Republican seeks an experienced Communications Director to develop and oversee all aspects of an integrated press and new media strategy, in order to drive the Congressman’s legislative agenda and in-district messaging.  A successful candidate must possess excellent written and oral communications skills, political acumen and an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with an emphasis on delivering earned media in the district.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: drafting/distributing press releases; writing/overseeing a weekly op-ed; letters to the editor as needed; implementing an aggressive 499 plan; regularly updating and improving the website; preparing talking points and speeches; and establishing and maintaining strong relations with a wide variety of local media in a largely rural district.  New and social media skills are a must, including knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, video, audio and/or photography and editing in those mediums.

Candidates must have at least 2 years of press experience on Capitol Hill.  Being a team player, energetic, pro-active, and having a can-do attitude is essential.  Political experience and familiarity with western issues is a plus. Please send cover letter, resume, references and two writing samples to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  No calls, faxes, or drop-ins please. Will stop receiving resumes after June 24.

Conservative California member has an opening for a new media/legislative assistant.  Responsibilities include constituent correspondence, website update, constituent outreach through new media, e-newsletter and mass mailings.  Applicant must have strong writing skills and show great initiative.  Hill experience required and knowledge  of budget, banking and tax issues a plus.  California ties also a plus.  Email resume & one writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

The House Armed Services Committee seeks a Communications Director.  Responsibilities include developing and implementing comprehensive strategic communications plan for the committee and its subcommittees; working with Chairman Howard P. “Buck” McKeon (R-Calif.), committee member offices, committee staff, Republican leadership, and outside organizations to highlight key national security and defense issues; and serving as the primary on-the-record spokesperson for the committee.  Candidate should have experience managing a robust communications office, a working knowledge of national security policy and programs, an ability to multitask, significant on-the-record experience and strong writing skills.  Ideal candidate has 5 years communications experience on the Hill or in the defense community.  Candidate must be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.  Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  No phone calls or drop bys.

Democratic Member seeks experienced Legislative Director to handle committee duties and manage legislative staff. 1 to 2 years prior experience as a legislative director or equivalent Hill position is required. Candidates must be creative and forward
thinking, while also able to work with the Communications Director to quickly distill complex policy positions. To apply, please direct all resumes to email hidden; JavaScript is required. No phone calls or drop-ins, please.

Senior Democratic Member on Appropriations Committee seeks Legislative Assistant to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented Washington, D.C. office. Responsibilities will include Energy, Environment, Housing, Judiciary, Small Business, and related appropriations areas.  Applicants should be detail-oriented professionals with strong organizational skills, writing abilities, and interpersonal skills.  Previous appropriations experience and LA experience preferred.  Sense of humor welcomed. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  No phone calls or walk-ins, please.

Moderate Texas Democrat seeks Press Secretary to handle media operations. Duties include, but are not limited to, managing the Member’s external communications, scheduling interviews, coordinating messaging with legislative staff, maintaining website and social media, and drafting press materials–speeches, op-eds, letters to the editor, press releases, e-newsletters, talking points, etc. Spanish fluency, Hill experience and Texas ties preferred. Please send cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to email hidden; JavaScript is required. No phone calls or walk-ins, please.

Southern moderate Democratic Senator seeks experienced Communications Director to lead media and public outreach efforts in a fast-paced communications office. Working directly with the Senator and other members of the management team, the Communications Director is responsible for the development and implementation of integrated strategies to achieve the Senator’s policy and communications goals. This includes outreach plans for the media, key stakeholders, and the general public. Duties include managing activities of a six-member communications team, including communicating the Senator’s committee work; supervising and help writing communications collateral, including press releases, op-eds, letters to the editor, talking points, and speeches; leading communications team to identify and plan media events in Washington D.C. and in the state; cultivating and maintaining meaningful relationships with members of the state and national media; working with third party validators, stakeholders and surrogates to ensure that there is an echo chamber of the Senator’s key messages; supervising new media communications, including website, Facebook, and You Tube activities; and providing input to the legislative team’s response to constituent mail. Ideal candidates for this Washington D.C.-based position have a minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant experience; political and extensive on-the-record experience preferred. Experience as reporter and/or producer a plus. Excellent writing skills, media contacts, and knowledge of new media tools are a must. Please e-mail resume, letter of interest and three writing samples to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211408 as the job referral number in the subject line. Application deadline is close of business Thursday, June 16th.

Western Democratic Senator is seeking a Staff Assistant. Applicants must be detail oriented, well organized, able to handle a fast-paced work environment, work well in a team environment, and have exceptional interpersonal skills. Candidates should be personable, dependable and professional to support a very busy front office, and have excellent oral and written communication skills. Duties include, but are not limited to, answering phones, greeting visitors, sorting mail, and other administrative duties as assigned, as well as providing support to scheduling, press, and legislative staff as needed. Western ties a plus. Please email a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required indicating “Staff Assistant” in the subject line.

Moderate Democratic Senator seeks fellowship candidates who demonstrate expertise with both education and health policy. Duties would include interacting with relevant stakeholders, summarizing reports, hearings, & regulations, and aiding in the drafting of memos and legislation. The candidate would need to be able to juggle multiple assignments and meetings in a fast-paced Senate office. Knowledge of relevant federal statutes, including ESEA/NCLB, and ACA, and familiarity with the Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services is a plus. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211407 as the job referral number in the subject line.