Posts Tagged ‘Legislative Counsel’

Western Republican House Member is seeking a qualified, capable, and conservative individual to join his hard-working, fast-paced legislative team.   The positions primary focus will be primarily concerning the Members Assignment on the House Judiciary Committee and health care; however it will also include additional policy issue areas. Applicants should have two to three years of Hill experience and/or experience with judiciary committee issues and health policy.  Responsibilities will include crafting legislation and amendments, advising and staffing the Congressman on assigned issues, and developing constituent outreach initiatives.  Strong writing and interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task on short-term needs while meeting long-term project deadlines is essential.  Qualified applicants should send a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Congressman Michael C. Burgess, MD (TX-26) is seeking a legislative counsel to oversee a legislative portfolio which includes: Oversight & Investigations (E&C Committee), Joint Economic Committee, tax, budget, transportation, judiciary and education.  The ideal candidate will have a strong background in research and economic policy and be prepared to work in a very active legislative shop.  Candidate must be well organized, able to multi-task and have excellent writing skills.  Salary will be commensurate with experience.  No drop-bys or phone calls, please. Please email a resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

House Republican seeks Legislative Counsel to handle a diverse portfolio of issues including Healthcare, Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, Small Business, assisting w/ Judiciary Committee issues and other legislative issues as assigned.  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 staffing Judiciary Committee hearings with full bill analysis.  Successful candidates should have a talent for communicating complex issues in a concise manner, both verbally and in writing.  Experience staffing a Member on Judiciary issues is a plus.  Previous Hill experience or in a position relating to the substance of one of the major issues in the portfolio is also preferred.  To apply, send cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Democratic Senator serving on the Environment and Public Works Committee seeks an experienced advisor with a range of knowledge/skills/experience with clean water, climate, oceans, wildlife and coastal zone management issues. A law degree, Capitol Hill experience and collaborative problem solving skills will be highly valued in assessing candidates. Qualified candidates must have excellent writing and communication skills. Equal opportunity employer. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211296 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Senior Democratic member of the Judiciary Committee seeks a Counsel to handle immigration and other issues as assigned. SIGNIFICANT IMMIGRATION EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. JD required. Significant Hill/political experience strongly preferred. Must be a team player, a strong writer, and able to work under time pressure in a fast-paced environment, while still maintaining a positive attitude. This is not an entry-level position– please no recent graduates. Please e-mail resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Legislative Counsel or Legislative Assistant – Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-Kansas) is seeking a Legislative Counsel or Legislative Assistant to handle tax issues.  The Congresswoman is a Certified Public Accountant and a newly appointed member of the House Committee on Ways and Means.  Candidates must have a thorough knowledge of the Federal Tax code, strong attention to detail and strong writing, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Capitol Hill experience is preferred but not required if the candidate can exhibit an in depth knowledge of the issue area. This is not an entry level position. Kansas ties are a plus but not mandatory.  Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to: email hidden; JavaScript is required. No calls please.

Senator Lieberman’s office is looking for a lawyer to handle the following issues – the economy, taxes, the federal budget, and trade. Candidates must have at least 3 years of professional experience in any or all of the relevant issues , excellent research and writing skills and the ability to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines. Capitol Hill experience – especially Senate experience – strongly preferred. Please send resume and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

The office of Congressman Jim Gerlach is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for a Legislative Counsel to handle Ways and Means Committee policy areas, including tax, health care and trade.  Responsibilities include preparing Member for Committee hearings/briefings/mark-ups and floor activities, developing and analyzing legislative initiatives, drafting constituent correspondence for issue areas, representing the Member in meetings, and other duties as assigned.  Qualified applicants will have excellent oral and written communication skills, an ability to multitask and be innovative, and be able to work well in an extremely fast-paced office under tight deadlines.  JD and Hill experience is required.  Please email a resume, cover letter and salary requirements to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  Include “Legislative Counsel” in subject line.  No phone calls or drop-ins.

Ohio Democratic member on the Education and Labor, and Science and Technology Committees, is seeking a legislative counsel to handle a diverse legislative portfolio. Relevant prior Hill experience required. Candidates must demonstrate an especially strong writing ability, and be comfortable with policy development. Strong candidates will also possess an ability to work independently and identify specific policy goals and strategies for the Member. An advanced degree as well as Ohio ties, are a plus. Email resumes to email hidden; JavaScript is required. No calls or walk-ins please.