Archive for July, 2011

Senior Midwestern Republican seeks a highly motivated individual with exceptional writing and organizational skills and multitasking ability to serve as a Legislative Correspondent in their Washington, DC office.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, drafting correspondence, monitoring floor activity, and coordinating intern schedules/activities. In addition, the candidate will assist legislative staff with research and the development of various policy initiatives.  Strong research and writing skills are required for this position as the Congressman places a high priority on accurate, substantive and timely correspondence.  Prior Capitol Hill experience is a plus, Midwest ties are also preferred, but not required.  Please e-mail your resume, cover letter, references, and a writing sample to: email hidden; JavaScript is required.  No calls or drop-ins please.

Northwestern Democratic Senator seeks a personable, dependable and professional Staff Assistant for one of her busy district offices. Responsibilities will include answering phones, greeting visitors, distributing faxes and assisting with casework correspondence. The ideal candidate will have excellent oral and written communications skills, the ability to efficiently multi-task, and be able to function effectively in a fast-paced environment.  Please email cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211469 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Senate Committee seeks an organized and detail oriented individual to serve as Chief Clerk. This position is Non-Designated and supports both the Majority and Minority staff. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: developing and managing the Committee budget, processing vouchers for payment of Committee expenses, handling all payroll transactions, managing all administrative preparations and operations of committee hearings/mark-ups/meetings, assisting with distribution of materials for Nominations, maintaining personnel files, developing and enforcing administrative and emergency preparedness procedures, managing office moves, and overseeing various general administrative functions for the Committee. The Chief Clerk will supervise 5 non-designated staff; therefore, proven management experience is preferred. Position requires discretion and confidentiality. Ideal applicant will possess strong verbal and written skills, have the ability to multi-task, and work well in a team setting. Long hours may be necessary at times. Hill experience – preferably for a committee — is strongly encouraged. College degree required. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211470 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Democratic Member of Congress seeks a staff assistant. Responsibilities include: office management, staffing the front desk, driving the Representative, answering phone calls, sorting and processing mail, assisting the legislative staff, coordinating interns, scheduling and leading tours, processing flag requests, and providing other constituent services. Applicants should be detail-oriented, expect to work long hours, have a sense of humor, and possess strong organizational skills and writing abilities. Applicants should also have a valid driver license, a clean driving record, and a reliable car. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

The Senate Committee on Armed Services is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, well-organized individual for the immediate position of Staff Assistant. Primary responsibilities include reception duties, to include answering telephones, receiving visitors, and opening, sorting and electronic processing of the mail. To qualify, an incumbent should be a college graduate; have at least 6 months of previous office experience; be detail-oriented; and possess effective oral communication and writing skills. Additionally, the candidate must have fast and accurate typing skills and possess well-rounded computer experience, to include an absolute knowledge of and previous experience with the Microsoft Office Access and Excel programs. An ability to work with minimum supervision, handle multiple tasks simultaneously and operate in a fast-paced environment is also required. Senate experience is preferable, but not essential. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and there is an opportunity for advancement. We are an equal opportunity employer. Please email a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211466 as the job referral number in the subject line. Please note that the Committee will not accept any phone calls, e-mails or walk-ins with respect to this announcement.

Active Bay Area California Democratic Member of Congress seeks a staff assistant. Responsibilities include managing the front desk and greeting visitors. Daily tasks include answering telephones, conducting and organizing tours, processing flag requests, assisting a busy legislative 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. It is required that this staffer have a car. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required. Absolutely no phone calls, e-mails or walk-ins, please.

Senate Conservative Republican seeks full-time, paid intern for fall semester. Responsibilities include answering phones and explaining the Senator’s position on current legislation, reading and sorting through constituent mail, undergoing the Congressional Research Service training, leading U.S. Capitol tours, interacting with constituents in the front office, assisting staff with various projects, and attending committee hearings and other educational events. Please email cover letter, resume, transcript(s) and writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211465 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Democratic Senator seeking proactive, resourceful, detail-oriented person with strong writing skills to fill Deputy Scheduler position. The DS works closely with the Executive Assistant/Scheduler as well as legislative, press and state staff members. DS will assist in maintaining the Senator’s daily and long-range schedules, including organizing invitations for the Senator, seeking staff recommendations on meeting requests and invitations for the Senator, and following up with timely RSVPs or regrets. DS is responsible for scheduling all constituent meetings in Washington for legislative staff members and overseeing room reservations for events and meetings. DS also assists in collecting, organizing, and delivering Senator’s daily briefing materials, as well as coordinating the Senator’s travel. DS prepares, edits, and tracks Senator’s outgoing written correspondence and assists with Senator’s phone calls as needed. Ideal candidate will have minimum of 1 year experience in an administrative or other similar role, preferably on Capitol Hill. Candidate must also have excellent organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to think and react quickly to challenging situations. Flexible work hours required when Senate is in session. Ability to occasionally drive Senator to local events in DC a requirement. Please email resumes to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

CA37 seeks an experienced and organized person to serve as Executive Assistant and Scheduler for the Washington DC office. Responsibilities include leading the management of the Member’s active Washington schedule, while coordinating daily with the Chief of Staff and the District office. Successful candidate will possess strong political  instincts, sharp interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to prioritize, multitask and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.  Previous Hill experience preferred.  Qualified applicants can submit a resume, cover letter and references to email hidden; JavaScript is required with the word “SCHEDULER” in the subject line.

Senate Committee seeks experienced Systems Administrator to oversee computer operations for Majority and Minority offices. Responsibilities include administration and maintenance of LAN and physical networks; determining system requirements to meet the IT needs of the office; troubleshooting hardware and software problems related to the network, desktop devices, and other office equipment; providing blackberry and ipad support; setting up new user accounts; ensuring Committee systems integrity through continual monitoring of critical updates and virus definitions; researching new technologies; and maintaining office equipment inventory. Experience with Windows, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Symantec Antivirus required; knowledge of ADMA Enterprise and Photoshop helpful. Candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, maintain composure under pressure, and be able to prioritize and balance multiple projects. Salary commensurate with experience. Please email cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211462 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Senate Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs Subcommittee on Contracting Oversight (Democratic staff) seeks law student or recent graduate to help staff with investigations, research, hearings, and administrative tasks. Fellowship is unpaid. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211459 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Democratic Senator seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, quick thinking person with strong writing skills to fill Assistant to the Chief of Staff position. The Assistant to the Chief of Staff is responsible for overseeing all activities of the Chief of Staff, including managing his correspondence, travel, reimbursements, meetings, phone calls, and schedule. The Assistant is also responsible for managing the Washington, DC internship program and working closely with the Scheduling team. Assistant is in charge of organizing all annual staff events. Candidate must be extremely organized, be able to exercise discretion, and possess the ability to think and react quickly to challenging situations. Flexible work hours required when Senate is in session. At least one year of Hill experience preferred. Ability to occasionally drive the Chief of Staff and/or Senator to local events in DC a requirement. Please send resume and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

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North Carolina Democrat seeks experienced, proactive, detail-oriented individual with outstanding writing skills and sound political judgment to serve as Communications Director in Washington DC office.  Applicants must demonstrate proven success in designing and implementing strategic communications plans, developing and maintaining strong relationships with reporters, producing high-quality written materials, and serving as an on-the-record spokesperson.  Major responsibilities include the following:

·         Drafting press releases, media advisories, op-eds, letters to the editor, talking points, speeches and other written materials for the Congressman

·         Pitching stories to various media outlets

·         Developing and implementing new media strategies

·         Managing and maintaining website

·         Compiling and distributing newsletters and other mass email communications

·         Organizing daily news clips

·         Working with legislative and district staff integrate press operation and policy objectives

·         Overseeing constituent correspondence process and member outreach

·         Managing a small portfolio of legislative issues, as assigned

THIS IS NOT AN ENTRY LEVEL POSITION.

The ideal candidate would have North Carolina ties, at least 3 – 4 years of professional communications experience (campaign or Hill), working knowledge of issues facing rural communities, and a strategic understanding of issues within the jurisdiction of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, three writing samples and three references to email hidden; JavaScript is required with the Subject Line: Communications Director Vacancy.   No phone calls, faxes or drop-in, please.

Congressman Steve King is looking to fill openings for a paid internship positions in his Washington, DC.  The internships begin in September 2011 and end in December 2011.  Applicants should be committed, pro-life conservatives with strong writing skills. Ideal candidates should be personable self-starters able to multi-task and work well under pressure. Iowa ties are a plus. Duties include answering phones, sorting mail, leading capitol tours, drafting constituent mail, and helping legislative staff with research and writing projects. Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter (explaining their interest in working for Rep. King) to email hidden; JavaScript is required with “Fall Internship” in the subject line. For more information please see the internship application form http://www.steveking.house.gov/images/stories/Intern_Application.pdf.

Democratic Senator and Member of Energy and Natural Resources Committee seeks Legislative Assistant to handle energy and natural resource issues. This position will cover energy and electricity policy, natural resources, public lands, ocean policy and related issues. Qualified candidates will also have strong writing, analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills; the ability to perform well under pressure while juggling multiple tasks; and sound political judgment. The Legislative Assistant will be expected to handle relevant committee work and related constituent matters. Equal opportunity employer. Please email cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211457 as the job referral number in the subject line. Position closes Wednesday, July 27, 2011.

Democratic Veteran Affairs Committee member is seeking a Legislative Assistant to handle committee work and other policy issues. Candidates should have strong writing and communication skills and be able to think analytically and innovatively on policy matters. The successful candidate will also have a strong commitment to public service and be proactive, resourceful, well-organized, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment. Experience with veterans and/or military issues preferred but not required. Hill experience a plus. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211453 as the job referral number in the subject line.

The office of Senator Robert P. Casey, Jr. (D-PA) is looking for a Foreign Policy Fellow beginning October 2011. The Fellow will work closely with the Senator’s primary foreign policy advisor in supporting Senator Casey in his work on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, specifically his role as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Near Eastern and South Central Asian Affairs. The Fellow will be responsible for: preparing background materials and suggested questions for Committee Hearings; assisting with planning of Subcommittee Hearings chaired by Senator Casey; and support the Senator’s legislative and policy initiatives emerging from his work on the Foreign Relations Committee. The Fellow will also regularly meet with Pennsylvania constituents, outside advocacy groups, and NGO’s to share perspectives and exchange information on key foreign policy issues. The ideal candidate will possess a substantive knowledge of global affairs and have a strong understanding of the role Congress plays in the formulation of U.S. foreign policy. Preference will be provided to those with a strong regional expertise in the Middle East and South Asia. Successful applicant will also possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must be in an established fellowship program and able to commit to a six-month rotation with the office, with preference given to those candidates able to commit to a longer duration. To apply, interested parties should e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with the subject line “Foreign Policy Fellow.”

Western Democratic Senator and Member of Finance Committee seeks Legislative Assistant to handle tax and finance issues. This position will cover tax, budget, stimulus, banking/finance (financing, access to capital, financial markets), economic development, small business, pensions, and housing. Qualified candidates will also have strong writing, analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills; the ability to perform well under pressure while juggling multiple tasks; and sound political judgment. The Legislative Assistant will be expected to handle relevant committee work and related constituent matters. Equal opportunity employer. Please email cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211451 as the job referral number in the subject line. Position closes Tuesday, July 26, 2011.

Progressive TX member seeks highly pro-active, experienced Communications Director to handle busy press operation.  Responsibilities will include handling press inquiries; drafting press releases, media advisories, statements, website content and talking points; working closely with the staff of CBC members; attending Member and staff meetings; and, assisting Legislative Director with legislative initiatives. Candidates must have excellent writing and editing skills including speech writing and the ability to quickly produce press material.  Capitol Hill experience and established relationships with members of the national press, particularly Spanish media, are a plus. Candidate must work closely with legislative staff to develop and implement strategic media plan in a fast-paced and results -driven environment.  Must have proven track-record with national media, and ability to manage website and social media tools.  Strategic understanding of key policy areas such as: energy, healthcare, global peace and transportation security is desired. This is NOT an entry level position. Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and one writing sample (press release or op-ed) to email hidden; JavaScript is required. No calls or drop-bys, please.

Republican Senator seeks a Legislative Aide to respond to constituent mail as well as handle military and veterans’ health care, welfare, and potentially other issue areas. This position is primarily responsible for drafting correspondence for constituent responses, in addition to monitoring pending legislation, meeting with constituents when the Health Legislative Assistant is unavailable, and preparing briefing materials for the Senator for floor presentations and state events. Qualified candidates will have at least one year of Hill experience, preferably as a Legislative Correspondent, and an understanding of health reform. Strong writing and organizational skills are essential. Applicants should be highly motivated and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with Intranet Quorum computer system is preferred. Salary commensurate with experience.  Please paste a cover letter and resume into the body of the email message window to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211450 as the job referral number in the subject line. DO NOT SEND ATTACHMENTS.

Republican Senator has an immediate opening for a Correspondence Director. This position will be responsible for managing and processing of incoming and outgoing communications, working closely with the Legislative team in helping to expedite appropriate timely responses, and managing special and routine projects for the Senator. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing editorial guidance to Legislative Correspondents; proofreading and editing outgoing correspondence; compiling weekly reports on mail volume; managing letter sign off for constituent mail; and developing plans to respond to mail surges. Applicants should have strong writing skills, attention to detail, interpersonal skills, broad-ranging interest in the workings of Congress. Previous experience as a Legislative Correspondent and knowledge of IQ is preferred. Please paste a cover letter and resume into the body of the email message window to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211452 as the job referral number in the subject line. DO NOT SEND ATTACHMENTS.

Western Democratic Senator seeks Legislative Assistant to handle defense and foreign affairs issues. This position will cover defense, terrorism, foreign affairs, veteran’s affairs, immigration, FEMA/disaster assistance, first responders, maritime (shipping, ports, port security, Coast Guard), and surface transportation (roads, rail, pipelines). Qualified candidates will also have strong writing, analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills; the ability to perform well under pressure while juggling multiple tasks; and sound political judgment. The Legislative Assistant will be expected to handle relevant committee work and related constituent matters. Equal opportunity employer. Please email cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211449 as the job referral number in the subject line. Position closes Tuesday, July 26, 2011.

Southern Republican seeks staff assistant to handle front desk responsibilities.  Flags, phones, tours, special projects, etc.  Applicants should be detail-oriented professionals with strong organizational skills and writing abilities, positive attitudes and pride in work product.  Hill experience and southern ties a plus.  Send resumes to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  No phone calls, faxes, or drop-ins please.

Senior Democratic Senator seeks a Correspondence Assistant/Driver for Washington DC office. Applicant must possess knowledge of current events and issues in which the Senator is involved, excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment while exercising discretion and maintaining the confidentiality of information. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: managing large constituent paper mail operation, archiving office documents, maintaining office storage facilities, and driving the Senator in and around DC. Individual must have his/her own car and be available to work long hours, if necessary. Hill experience and Northeast ties a plus. Cover letter and resume should be e-mailed to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Northeastern Democratic Senator is seeking a Legal Counsel. The Counsel would be a member of the Senior staff, work with the legislative staff to research and draft legislation, serve as the office’s Ethics advisor and handle Judiciary Committee issues for the Senator. A successful candidate would have excellent communication skills, strong legal research and writing ability, and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment. Law degree required and Capitol Hill experience strongly preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. Office is an equal opportunity employer. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211446 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Democratic Senator seeks a temporary Legislative Correspondent to draft quality constituent letters within a deadline-driven system. This position requires excellent communications and analytical skills. The portfolio of issues is to be determined. Qualified candidates should be motivated self-starters, well organized, able to multitask and eager to thrive in fast-paced environment. Hill background, relevant experience with Intranet Quorum and Washington state connections preferred but not required. Applicants should have strong writing skills, attention to detail, interpersonal skills, broad-ranging interest in the workings of Congress and knowledge of public policy debates. Please email cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211444 as the job referral number in the subject line. Office is an equal opportunity employer.

Democratic Senator seeks Correspondence Manager to serve as a member of the legislative team. The position will be responsible for managing and processing large flow of incoming and outgoing communications, working closely with the Legislative Correspondents, Legislative Assistants, and Legislative Director in helping to expedite appropriate timely responses, and managing special and routine projects for the Legislative Director. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, sorting and distributing incoming communications; data-entry into the Correspondence Management System (experience with IQ preferred); managing mailing projects; producing regular mail reports for LD and Chief of Staff; managing letter sign off for both constituent mail and executive correspondence; developing plans to respond to mail surges; maintaining an organized archive of constituent mail, working with CMS vendor to troubleshoot database problems; and other projects as assigned by the LD. Applicants should have strong writing skills, attention to detail, interpersonal skills, broad-ranging interest in the workings of Congress and knowledge of public policy debates. Note that this position reports directly to the LD and will be an LC-equivalent. Office is an equal opportunity employer. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211443 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Democratic Senator, prominent in health care issues, seeks health LA for proactive office. Extensive experience, preferably with Finance Committee, and familiarity with new health reform law essential. This is not an entry level position. Successful candidate must be able to juggle multiple tasks, generate ideas, and possess strong writing skills. Equal opportunity employer. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211445 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Senior Democrat seeks an experienced, well organized Executive Assistant/Scheduler for the Washington, DC Congressional Office. Primary duties include, but are not limited to: managing the Member’s DC schedule; taking care of all logistics associated with the Member’s travel to and from DC and out of state; ensuring compliance with all financial and travel disclosure rules; maintaining the Member’s contact list, records and files. The ideal candidate should have a professional demeanor, possess strong organizational skills, be detail oriented, and demonstrate the ability to multi-task under pressure. In addition to having strong verbal and written communication skills, a minimum of two years prior scheduling experience is preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please send cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Democratic Senator seeks motivated and energetic individual for Legislative Assistant position handling taxes, budget, judiciary, telecommunications, and other issues. Qualified candidates will have deep knowledge of these issues as well as strong writing and analytical skills. The successful candidate will also have a strong commitment to public service and be proactive, resourceful, well-organized, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment. Prior Hill experience is strongly preferred. We are an equal opportunity employer. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211436 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) seeks Legislative Correspondent for DC office. Spanish skills a plus. Fax only to 202.225.3073 (no calls or walk ins please).

Fast-paced California office is looking for a Legislative Assistant with good knowledge of transportation and infrastructure issues, telecommunications, energy and environment, trade, budget, taxes, small business and monetary policy matters. Legislative experience in Congress is a plus. Successful candidates will have strong political instincts, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to prioritize and multi-task. Interested parties should forward their resumes, two writing samples and a list of references to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee is seeking a non-partisan Staff Editor for a non-partisan Staff Editor position. Specific responsibilities may include: draft and edit committee reports and other Committee documents; provide writing and editing support to Chair/Ranking Member and Committee staff as needed; supervise the work of one detailee from the Government Printing Office; edit all Committee transcripts, maintain a working knowledge of issues and business before the Committee, including the Committee’s legislative calendar and staff phone lists; carefully review reports, press releases, and other documents and publications drafted by Committee staff, for grammar and factual accuracy; and compile all documents submitted for the hearing record. Hill experience is preferred, but not required. Candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required with the subject line “Staff Editor Job Referral”.

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 Midwest Democrat seeks a Communications Director to manage press and communication operations.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, responding to press inquiries; drafting press releases; managing and updating official website and social media accounts; creating and distributing e-newsletters, franked mailings and questionnaires; planning in-district events; and developing and implementing media, communications, and public relations strategies.  Candidate must be highly dependable, flexible, able to travel on a regular basis, and able to form close working relationships with co-workers and individuals outside the office.  The selected applicant will have superior organizational and management skills.  Knowledge of the appropriations process and Indiana ties a plus.  Please send a cover letter, resume, and two short writing samples to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  No calls, faxes, or drop-ins please.

Moderate Texas Democrat seeks personable, experienced, knowledgeable and politically savvy staffer to serve as his legislative assistant for health care, energy, agriculture, tax and other tax issues. Responsibilities include advising the Member, drafting bills and amendments, writing speeches, statements, talking points, and preparing analyses or memos for the Member on relevant legislation and meeting with constituents and other stakeholders. Applicants should have previous Hill legislative experience. Texas ties and Spanish language skills preferred. Applicants for this position are requested to provide a cover letter, resume, three writing samples, and four references to email hidden; JavaScript is required. No phone calls or drop ins, please.

Senate Democrat seeks experienced New Media Press Secretary to develop and manage social media and online communications strategies. The New Media press secretary is responsible for increasing the Senator’s digital presence while expanding a network of online supporters through the creative use of Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, the Senator’s official website, targeted email campaigns and blogger outreach. The ideal candidate for the position will offer several years of communications experience — campaign, government or private sector — that focuses on social media and online grassroots organizing. Applicants must also be able to demonstrate proven success in working in highly integrated environments that include communications, policy and political staff. Some traditional press secretary responsibilities round out the portfolio. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211434 as the job referral number in the subject line.

The U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Majority Oversight & Investigations Office is seeking two full-time, unpaid Law Clerks for fall 2011. The position offers law students the opportunity to gain substantive experience while participating in the legislative process. Law Clerks will assist Committee staff in conducting document review, policy and legal research, drafting memoranda, contributing to reports and preparing for hearings. Qualifications: Applicants must be current law students or recent graduates who demonstrate outstanding research abilities, work well in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Previous experience in government is not required, but candidates should have a general understanding of the legislative process. Applicants should be available full-time throughout the fall. Interested applicants should apply for this position by emailing a cover letter, resume and writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required by Friday, July 29. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.