Posts Tagged ‘Legislative Assistant’
Legislative Assistant – Texas House Democrat
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 legislative experience on the Hill is required. 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 iConstituent is a plus, but not required. Please send cover letter and resume to TXResumeInbox@mail.house.gov. No phone calls or walk-ins please.
Legislative Assistant – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC)
Responsibilities include managing and handling issues that include but are not limited to Federal-District of Columbia issues, Federal Workforce, U.S. Postal Service and Labor policy. Other responsibilities include preparation of materials for hearings and amendments; assisting in the drafting of legislation, floor statements, statements for the congressional record, questions for witnesses; researching and analyzing issues; and answering constituent mail. This is a fast-paced office where the legislative assistant works with the Legislative Director and Chief of Staff to develop and implement the Member’s legislative strategy in his/her issue area. The ideal candidate will be a highly energetic, motivated and organized individual with strong interpersonal abilities who can manage multiple tasks, and work well under pressure. Required qualifications include a law degree; excellent writing, analytical and advocacy skills and the ability to work well under pressure are essential. Candidate must be a resident of the District of Columbia or be willing to move to DC. A letter of interest, resume and two brief writing samples should be submitted to: (202) 225-1129 (FAX) or DC00NortonResume@mail.house.gov.
Capitol Hill Jobs
Legislative Assistant – Illinois House Republican
Republican House member seeks an experienced legislative assistant to handle Education and Workforce Committee work, along with healthcare, foreign affairs, immigration and other issues. Strong writing skills, creativity, and minimum two years legislative experience required. Relevant committee experience, an advanced degree, or Illinois ties a plus. Email resume and writing samples to: midwestgopla@gmail.com.
Legislative Assistant – Senate Democrat
Democratic Senator seeks highly motivated and energetic individual for Legislative Assistant position handling health care and other issues. Qualified candidates will have deep knowledge of health care issues, and 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 senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 221728 as the job referral number in the subject line.
Legislative Assistant – Midwestern Democrat
Midwestern Democrat is seeking a Legislative Assistant to handle a number of domestic policy issues, including Veterans Affairs Committee, Health Care, Labor, Energy, and Environment. Candidates should have a knowledge and skill base that shows a record of accomplishment. Successful candidates will have strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability work in a cohesive, team environment. This is not an entry level position; candidates should have at least 2 years of substantive legislative experience. To apply please email cover letter, resume, and references to midwestlaposition@gmail.com
Legislative Assistant (health) – Senate Democrat
Progressive Senate office has an opening for a Legislative Assistant covering health issues. Ideal candidate works well in a team setting, can create strategies for advancing an agenda, writes well and has some legislative branch experience. Please e-mail a resume and two short writing samples to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 221697 as the job referral number in the subject line.
Legislative Assistant – Missouri Senate Democrat
Senator Claire McCaskill seeks experienced, energetic individual for open Legislative Assistant position. Issues will include healthcare, education, and labor and pensions. Portfolio may also handle judiciary matters. Responsibilities include managing and completing all legislative work in assigned issue areas, preparing materials for meetings, briefings, and hearings (focus on Special Committee on Aging), drafting legislation, advising the Senator on substantive information related to legislation and key issues within responsible policy areas, representing the Senator at events and in constituent meetings, and working with the Legislative Director and Chief of Staff to strategically accomplish the Senator’s goals. Qualified candidates should be experienced in the issue areas assigned, be well-organized, resourceful, and be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Prior Hill experience preferred. Send resume and cover letter to employment@mccaskill.senate.gov. No phone calls please.
Legislative Assistant – Texas House Democrat
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 legislative experience on the Hill is required. 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 iConstituent is a plus, but not required. Please send cover letter and resume to TXResumeInbox@mail.house.gov. No phone calls or walk-ins please.
Legislative Assistant – New England Senate Democrat
Progressive freshman New England Senator is seeking experienced Legislative Assistant to manage a broad economic portfolio including issues of taxes, trade, housing/GSEs, financial regulation, banking, insurance, pensions, and Social Security. Successful applicants will have a demonstrated ability to identify new opportunities for the Senator to capitalize on and experience building relationships with stakeholders, including employers in the state. This position requires excellent written and verbal communications skills, attention to detail, a commitment to follow-through, and comfort operating in a fast-paced office on multiple projects. A sense of humor is a plus. Equal opportunity employer. Please send cover letters and resumes to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 221658 as the job referral number in the subject line.
Legislative Assistant (trade/foreign affairs) – Senate Republican
Republican Senator seeks legislative assistant to serve as principal advisor on trade issues/foreign affairs. Responsibilities include serving as Senator’s representative with constituents and other offices, analyzing and formulating legislation. Successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years Hill experience as an LA or committee staffer in the issues, excellent writing skills, and the ability to exercise independent judgment. Email resume and two writing samples to Chief of Staff at senforeignaffairs@yahoo.com.
Capitol Hill Jobs
Legislative Assistant (energy & environmental issues) – Senate Republican
Senior Republican Senator seeking experienced Legislative Assistant for energy and environment work. Candidates must have at least three years of experience in Senate or House office with demonstrated background in the issues. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 221640 as the job referral number in the subject line.
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.
Legislative Assistant – Vermont House Democrat
Representative Peter Welch (D-VT) has an opening for a legislative assistant to handle various issues that may include financial services, business, tax and budget issues. If you are an outstanding writer, have a track record of entrepreneurial and strategic thinking in the legislative arena, and know the difference between Grade A and Grade B Vermont maple syrup, this may be the job for you. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of Hill experience (ideally in these issue areas), is a self-starter, highly organized and team oriented. Vermont ties are preferred. This is not an entry-level position.
Please send a resume, cover letter and writing sample to VTLAjob@gmail.com.
And, in the first test of the screening process, we will not accept phone calls, faxes or drop bys.
Legislative Assistant – New Jersey House Republican
Representative Scott Garrett is looking for a conservative junior Legislative Assistant to lead efforts on social and life issues and handle the following portfolio—defense/veterans, foreign affairs, homeland security, agriculture, science, telecommunications, and health care. Candidate must have strong written and verbal communication skills, work independently, be able to develop and advance creative ideas, and to work collaboratively with our press team. This is NOT an entry level position—successful candidates will have a minimum of several years of paid work experience. Hill experience is not required, however previous legislative or advocacy experience is strongly preferred. Please submit your resume to nj05.jobs@mail.house.gov by January 27, 2012. All submissions will be kept confidential.
Legislative Assistant – New York House Democrat
Congresswoman Nita Lowey (NY18), senior House Appropriations Subcommittee Member, seeks experienced and hard-working legislative assistant to handle transportation, environment, energy, housing, agriculture, census, and corresponding appropriations issues. Duties include handling legislative, mail, and proactive outreach responsibilities. Candidate must possess excellent writing skills, knowledge of the appropriations process, and an understanding of policy in relevant areas. Position will often demand long hours, ability to work under pressure is critical, and Hill or other legislative experience is required. Transportation experience and New York ties are pluses. Please email resume, two 1-2 page writing samples, and references to lowey.opening@mail.house.gov no later than Monday, January 16, with a subject line “LA Application.” No calls or stop-bys.
Legislative Assistant – Moderate Senate Democrat
Moderate Democrat Senator seeks Legislative Assistant to handle Energy and Natural Resources Committee issues, as well as Agriculture, and Labor issues. Applicants must have relevant policy experience. The ideal candidate would possess strong writing and communication skills and be able to think creatively and innovatively on policy matters. Hill experience on Energy policy required. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 221608 as the job referral number in the subject line.
Legislative Assistant – Moderate House Democrat
Moderate Democratic member in fast-paced office is seeking Legislative Assistant. Candidate should be able to work with little supervision and possess a working knowledge of House procedures and the parliamentary process. 2-3 years of previous Hill experience preferred, but not required. More importance will be placed on the candidate’s ability to communicate effectively with constituents and professional contacts alike. Possible core legislative portfolio to include Energy, Health Care, Financial Services, and Small Business. This is not an entry level position. Interested candidates should send resume and writing sample to dc.hill.staff@gmail.com. Please no calls or walk-ins.
Legislative Assistant – Senior California House Democrat
Senior California Democrat seeks a mid-level Legislative Assistant to handle a variety of domestic issues. The successful candidate will have strong research, writing and interpersonal skills. This position will involve significant amounts of legislative research. The Legislative Assistant will be responsible for covering committees on which the Member does not serve, and for providing analysis and updates on assigned issue areas. The LA will also be responsible for representing the Member in meetings with constituents and advocacy organizations. This position is not entry-level and requires at least two years previous Hill experience. To apply, send cover letter and resume to CADemLAPosition@yahoo.com.
Legislative Assistant – Southern Senate Republican
Southern Republican Senator seeks Legislative Assistant to handle Energy, Environment, Transportation and Agriculture issues. Applicants must have relevant policy experience beyond internships. The ideal candidate would possess strong writing and communication skills and be able to think creatively and innovatively on policy matters. Hill experience on Energy policy a plus. This office is an equal opportunity employer. Please email cover letter and resume to leg.openings@gmail.com indicating “Legislative Assistant” in the subject line.
Energy & Environment Legislative Assistant – Northeastern Senate Democrat
Northeastern Democratic Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee seeks an aide with a minimum of four years Capitol Hill experience to handle committee business. This Legislative Assistant will bring strong policy connections and political sensibilities to a very active and creative office. A successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong analytical skills, and an enjoyment of fast-paced work in a team-oriented environment. Salary commensurate with experience. Office is an equal opportunity employer. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to energyjob2011@gmail.com.
Legislative Assistant – Southern Senate Democrat
Moderate Southern Democratic Senator is seeking a Legislative Assistant for fast paced office to handle foreign affairs (non-military), global women’s issues, child welfare issues (domestic and international) and related appropriations. Prefer candidates with strong child welfare and/or appropriations experience. Ideal candidate must be a team player with strong oral and written communication skills, good judgment, be flexible, analytical and work well under pressure on multiple tasks simultaneously. Also, candidate should be a creative and a committed advocate on behalf of the Senator’s initiatives. Advanced degree and Capitol Hill experience preferred. Please send cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 221585 as the job referral number in the subject line.
Legislative Assistant – Senate Democrat
Senior Democratic Senator seeks Legislative Assistant to handle education, economic development, housing/homelessness, welfare, nutrition and other issues. Hill experience is preferred; significant relevant experience is required. Candidates must be self-starters, strong writers and team players. Please send resume and brief, 1-3 page writing sample to senate.legislative.assistant@gmail.com.
Legislative Assistant – Northeastern Senate Democrat
Progressive Northeastern member seeks a Legislative Assistant. Law degree and Hill experience preferable. Demonstrated commitment to a progressive agenda essential. The successful candidate will have the ability to produce quality work under pressure and in an extremely fast-paced environment, the capacity to think creatively on a range of issues, and outstanding communication and writing skills. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 211562 as the job referral number in the subject line.
Legislative Assistant – Northeast Senate Democrat
Northeast Progressive Democratic Senator, a member of the Commerce Committee, seeks a Legislative Assistant for judiciary and telecom issues. Other issues in the portfolio include gun safety, immigration and labor. This is not an entry-level position and previous Capitol Hill experience is strongly preferred. The candidate should be proactive and efficient, have strong communication skills, and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 211561 as the job referral number in the subject line.
Legislative Assistant – Senior Democrat
Senior Democratic Member seeks an experienced legislative assistant to handle a broad range of issues. Candidates should have a full understanding of the legislative process and strong writing skills. Salary commensurate with experience. Bi-lingual: English/Spanish a plus. Please send resume, cover letter and two writing samples to: vacancy_employment@yahoo.com.
Legislative Assistant – Northwest House Republican
Senior Western Republican House Member seeks proactive legislative staffer to take lead responsibility for natural resources and other legislative issues. Candidates must demonstrate superb writing skills, solid communication skills, sound judgment, and attention to detail. Northwest ties or prior experience with resources issues a plus. Please email resume and cover letter to ResourcesResumes@mail.house.gov. No calls or drop-bys please.
Legislative Assistant – New York House Democrat
New York Democrat active on Science, Space, and Technology Committee seeks Legislative Assistant to manage Member’s committee work and an aggressive energy/environment agenda. Candidate will also work on transportation and agriculture, along with other issues. Responsibilities include staffing the Member on the Science Committee; developing and advancing the Member’s legislative agenda; providing detailed updates and analysis on relevant issues; representing the Member in meetings with constituents; and conducting outreach to interested groups. Position requires individual initiative and the ability to prioritize and produce quality deliverables on a deadline. Applicants must have excellent verbal and written communications skills with a minimum of two years of legislative experience or demonstrated policy expertise in the relevant issues. Science or Energy Committee experience and New York ties are a plus. Salary will be commensurate with experience. To apply send cover letter and resume to ny21jobs@mail.house.gov. Please no phone calls or drop-ins. Posting will close October 28 at 5pm.
Legislative Assistant – Senior House Democrat
Senior House Democrat seeks Legislative Assistant to handle a portfolio that includes transportation and infrastructure committee issues, budget, taxes and appropriations. Responsibilities include developing legislative initiatives, tracking legislative developments, writing briefing materials, floor statements, and constituent correspondence. Candidates must have excellent verbal and written communications skills. Prefer two years of Hill related experience. Salary commensurate with experience. To apply, e-mail resume and cover letter to demoffice@yahoo.com.
Legislative Assistant – House Republican
House Member seeks energetic, outgoing individual for Legislative Assistant position. Responsibilities include working with the Senior LA and LD to implement legislative initiatives and policy positions; tracking House floor activities; working with the Senior LA on House Oversight and Government Reform Committee activities; handling a variety of issues; conducting legislative research; providing input on responses to constituent inquiries/mail; and representing the Member in meetings.
Qualified candidates should have at least 3-4 years of legislative experience on Capitol Hill; a proven record as an enterprising, detail- and results-oriented team player; a solid understanding of the legislative process; good political skills and judgment; sharp research skills; and strong verbal and written communications skills. Interested candidates should send a resume, references, and a writing sample to: Hilljobs4C4@gmail.com.
Legislative Assistant – House Democrat
House Democrat seeks LA to handle diverse portfolio which includes Defense, Veterans, Military retirement/pensions, Judiciary, Foreign Affairs, Homeland Security and Intelligence. Reports to the Legislative Director. Responsibilities include developing and advancing the Member’s legislative agenda; providing detailed updates and analysis on relevant issue areas; representing the Member in meetings with constituents; and outreach to interested groups. Successful candidates should have a talent for communicating complex issues in a concise manner, both verbally and in writing. Problem solving skills are essential. At least two years of Hill/legislative experience, especially working on Defense issues, is preferred. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Resumes964@gmail.com.
Please no drop-bys or unsolicited emails.
Core Responsibilities:
To develop and plan legislative initiatives
To monitor legislative developments within Committees and on the House floor
To draft constituent correspondence for the Member; and
To meet with constituents and special interest groups on behalf of the Member.
Qualifications:
Strong academic credentials
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Thorough knowledge of the legislative process
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the formulation and recommendation of policy positions for the Member
Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others
Ability to work well under pressure
Thoroughness and careful attention to detail
Availability to work long hours and at night


