Legislative Assistant – Missouri Senate Democrat
Senator McCaskill seeks an experienced, energetic individual to handle telecom, technology, transportation, consumer product safety, patent and copyright reform and auto portfolio. Additional issues may be added. Responsibilities include staffing the Senator in the Commerce Committee as well as managing and completing all legislative work in the assigned issue areas; preparing materials for meetings, briefings, and hearings; drafting legislation; advising the Senator on information related to legislation and key issues within responsible policy areas; representing the Senator at official events and in constituent meetings; and working with the Legislative Director and Chief of Staff to strategically accomplish the Senator’s goals. Qualified candidates will also have strong management, writing, analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills; the ability to perform well under pressure while juggling multiple tasks; and sound judgment. Additionally, qualified candidates should be experienced in the issue areas assigned, be organized and resourceful, and be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment. Prior Hill experience is strongly preferred. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to employment@mccaskill.senate.gov with 221628 as the job referral number in the subject line. No phone calls please.

