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Chief of Staff – Congressman-elect Steven Horsford (D-NV)
SUMMARY: Nevada’s new 4th Congressional District covers 7 counties and 51,266 square miles. The District’s residents represent the full extent of Nevada’s geographic and demographic diversity. We aim to build a staff committed to Congressman-elect Horsford’s vision of providing excellent constituent representation to this unique, new district.
The Chief of Staff will act as the Member’s chief policy advisor. This position develops and implements all policy objectives, strategies and operating plans for the Member’s offices and manages and directs all activities and staff of the Member’s Washington D.C. and district office(s), as well as coordinates the activities of the Member with Leadership and committee office(s).
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
-Directly supervises the function and staff of the Washington, DC office and coordinates supervision of the district office staff. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performances; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems;
-Manages the day-to-day functioning of the Washington, D.C. office and coordination with the district director in the district office;
-Sets and oversees the administration of office goals, policies and procedures and has oversight responsibility for all personnel matters including hiring, salary, and disciplinary decisions;
-Manages long-term legislative plan of the Member;
-Approves strategies and tactics on legislative issues;
-Acts as the Member’s principal liaison and responds to office visits and telephone inquiries from constituents and various interest groups;
-Maintains a good working relationship with the Member, staff, and constituents;
-Speaks to local groups when the Member is unavailable;
-Oversees the office budget;
-Accepts performance-based criticism and direction;
-Works well under pressure and handles stress;
-Works a flexible schedule including long hours, nights and weekends; and
-Performs other duties as assigned by the Member.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in political science or related field, including strong academic credentials is preferred. Alternatively, five years of related experience or training in management and/or legislation or equivalent experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
-Thorough knowledge of legislative process and of House organization and procedures;
-Thorough knowledge of local, state and federal agencies and departments;
-Thorough knowledge of the Members’ Congressional Handbook and House Rules;
-Thorough knowledge of the district’s demographics, key issues, and priorities;
-An understanding of the district and federal political process;
-Provides necessary organization, supervisory leadership, and motivation to manage a House office;
-Ability to maintain a good working relationship with the Congressman, staff and constituents;
-Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others;
-Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner;
-Responsive to constituent requests and request made by others to the Members’ office;
-A commitment to a service-oriented, proactive approach to creating a standard of excellence in the Member’s office;
-Commitment to see projects and action plans through to completion with attention to details of follow-up plans;
-Excellent oral and written communication skills;
-Knowledge of the office policies, practices, and procedures;
-Knowledge of office computer applications.
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The Chief of Staff acts as the Member’s chief operational officer in an ever-changing political environment. This position develops and implements strategic vision, communication objectives, and operating plans for the Member’s offices. The Chief of Staff directs all activities and staff for the Member’s Washington, D.C. and district offices. This is highly entrepreneurial congressional office, requiring unique leadership skills, commitment to philosophy and mission, and significant communications and managerial experience. Requirements: Masters degree preferred; the ideal candidate will have a minimum of a bachelor’s of arts degree, including strong academic credentials and extensive educational background; candidates should have five years of significant supervisory experience of office operations and personnel; candidates must have significant experience in developing communications plans and implementation skill, including working knowledge of new media; and a three to five year commitment to office expected. Please submit resumes and cover letters to email hidden; JavaScript is required.
Chief of Staff – House Democrat
Democratic legislative leader seeks experienced individual to serve as Chief of Staff. Primary responsibilities include management of leader’s office during legislative sessions, providing policy and campaign strategic advice, managing legislative and campaign staff, communications with local press, and serving a primary liaison to other Democratic Party bodies including the State Party, legislative caucuses and local committees.
The qualified candidate should have at minimum a bachelor’s degree and 5-7 years of senior level campaign and/or legislative experience. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please submit cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.
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Chief of Staff – California House Democrat
Progressive California Democrat seeks Chief of Staff to manage Washington office and coordinate with District. Member represents an active, diverse urban constituency with multi-layered local dynamics. Previous Chief of Staff experience required. Please submit resume, references and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required.
Chief of Staff – California House Democrat
Progressive California Democrat seeks experienced Chief of Staff to manage Washington office and coordinate with District. Member represents an active, diverse urban constituency with multi-layered local dynamics. Please submit resume, references and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required.
Chief of Staff – Congressman Steve Rothman (D-NJ)
Senior Democratic House Appropriator seeks professional Chief of Staff with good character, outstanding leadership qualities, extensive House or Senate senior staff experience and great ability. Must be likeable, possess excellent political instincts, a keen understanding of the media, be an effective manager, and have some familiarity with the appropriations process.
Needs to be innovative, considerate person with the highest personal integrity, with excellent management, organizational and interpersonal skills to effectively coordinate and lead established, outstanding DC and NJ team. Campaign and fundraising knowledge important. Understanding of local, state and federal agencies needed. Knowledge of New Jersey preferred. Willing to work as partner with Member, and have ability to serve as his primary policy and political advisor. Excellent salary and work environment. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to Acting Chief of Staff, Marc Cevasco at email hidden; JavaScript is required.
Multiple Positions – Congressman-elect Chip Cravaack (R-MN)
Congressman-elect Chip Cravaack seeks well-rounded candidates for various positions. A minimum of 1 year experience on Capitol Hill is required for staff positions – no Hill experience required for intern positions. Candidates must be confident, organized, highly motivated, self-directed, and possess excellent people skills. The office environment is fast paced, and will be very demanding – this requires someone used to working under pressure and managing multiple assignments simultaneously. Applicants should submit a 1-page resume detailing experience and specifically list desired position. One page cover letter should also be included addressing applicant’s skills, experience on Capitol Hill, and ties to Minnesota. Ties to Northern Minnesota a significant plus. Resumes should be sent to email hidden; JavaScript is required with applicants first and last name in the subject line as well as the position Please no calls.
Chief of Staff – New York City House Democrat
Chief of Staff – US Congress
Organization: US Congress
Date Posted: 1/27/2010
Listing Expires: 2/26/2010
Date Needed: 2/1/2010
City: Washington
Location: District of Columbia
Country: United States
Primary Category: Chief of Staff
Type of Position: Full-Time
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s
Experience Requirement: 5 – 10 Years
Description & Details
Job Title: Chief of Staff to Democratic Member of Congress
Organization: US Congress
Location: Washington, DC and New York, NY
Job Description
The Chief of Staff is responsible for managing and directing all staff and activities in the Washington DC and District offices, including coordination with leadership and committee offices. This person is the chief policy advisor to the member, and is responsible for directing office operations, legislation, intergovernmental relations, constituent services, communications and any other responsibilities as assigned by the Member. Responsibilities also include:
§ Overseeing the administration of office goals, policies and procedures and oversight responsibility for all personnel matters including hiring, salary, and disciplinary decisions.
§ Managing long-term legislative plan of the Member.
§ Conducting staff meetings.
§ Approving strategies and tactics on legislative issues.
§ Having oversight and giving direction on the members schedule.
§ Acting as the Member’s principal liaison and responding to office visits and telephone inquiries from constituents and various interest groups.
§ Maintaining a good working relationship with the Member, staff, and constituents.
§ Speaking to local groups when the Member is unavailable.
§ Travel between Washington DC and the District office.
§ Overseeing the office budget.
Job Requirements
§ A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in political science or related field.
§ Minimum five years Capitol Hill experience
§ Ability to manage all staff in both the DC and District offices, including interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performances; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.
§ Ability to work well under pressure and handle stress.
§ Ability to handle a flexible schedule including long hours, nights and weekends.
§ Knowledge of the legislative process and of House organization and procedures.
§ Knowledge of local, state and federal agencies and departments.
§ Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a professional manner and maintain a good working relationship with the Member, staff and constituents.
§ Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
§ Ability to accept performance-based criticism and direction.
§ Experience and/or familiarity with a diverse constituent base.
§ Ability to effectively consult with and communicate with the Member.
How to Apply / Contact
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Chief of Staff – West Coast House Democrat
West Coast Democrat seeking an experienced chief of staff to manage the day-to-day operations of the office and to handle member’s politics in DC and in the district. Candidate must have political and management experience, sound judgment and decision making, and have excellent leadership abilities. Capitol Hill experience is a must. All interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and three references to email hidden; JavaScript is required.
Chief of Staff – California Democrat
Senior Democrat/subcommittee chair seeks Chief of Staff. The position serves as the Member’s chief policy advisor and manages D.C. personnel
and office finances. He/she supervises a D.C. staff of nine, interacts closely with the subcommittee staff and coordinates with a district office staff of seven.
Position requires excellent management skills, ability to delegate and the capacity to keep track of and follow-up on dozens of tasks. Ability to manage busy staff to ensure a smooth running office is critical. Prefer a candidate who has been a Chief of Staff or Legislative Director for a Member of Congress or a senior aide to a U.S. Senator. Candidate must be willing to work long hours and in pressure situations.
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