Archive for June 22nd, 2011

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.