Posts Tagged ‘Senior Legislative Assistant’

Progressive member of the Democratic Caucus seeks experienced, detail-oriented person to fill a Senior Legislative Assistant or Policy Advisor position. This is not an entry level job.  Prior Senate Legislative Assistant experience and a strong understanding of Senate procedure and legislative process is required. Responsibilities include the constant monitoring of the floor and legislative developments, formulating long and short-term plans for advancing legislation and amendments, among other legislative duties.  Qualified candidates will have strong analytical, negotiation, organizational, and communication skills.   A varied legislative portfolio could include Agriculture, Telecom, Small Business, Commerce, Defense, Homeland and Foreign Affairs.   Vermont Ties and an advanced degree strongly preferred.  Please email resume and cover letter detailing procedural experience to Senate Employment Office at email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Democratic Senator seeks aide to manage an active appropriations and budget agenda.  Related experience in Executive Branch or Congressional budget/appropriations office highly preferred.  Strong understanding of the federal budget process required.  Please email cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Senior Democratic West Coast Senator seeks Senior Legislative Assistant to handle Defense issues. Extensive Capitol Hill experience is preferred. Veterans and individuals with military backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Please email cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Texas Democrat seeks a hard-working, highly organized, energetic, detail-oriented and experienced healthcare legislative staffer. Must be able to manage and complete multiple challenging tasks on a regular basis. Substantive experience in working with the Affordable Care Act, and collaborating with local hospitals and health-based organizations required. Potential candidates should have excellent writing and verbal skills coupled with some knowledge of social media. A bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years 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 email hidden; JavaScript is required. No phone calls or walk-ins please.

Senior Legislative Assistant needed for Moderate Democrat. Managerial experience and ability required. Savviness an absolute must. This is not an entry-level position, but a very senior position. If you do not have Hill experience, do not apply. Please e-mail Cover Letter and Resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Rep. Michele Bachmann (MN-06) seeks highly-motivated self-starter for Senior Legislative Assistant position.  Responsibilities include proactively developing and implementing legislative initiatives and policy positions, monitoring House floor activities, serving as a policy expert on a broad range of issues; briefing the Member on issues in assigned areas; overseeing legislative research and responses to constituent inquiries; and representing the Member in DC or district meetings.  Qualified candidates should have at least three years of legislative experience in the House or Senate, thorough knowledge of the legislative process and House rules and procedures, and a proven record of legislative accomplishments. Must be a team player with strong verbal and written communication skills. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with “Senior Legislative Assistant Position” in the subject line.  No calls or drop-bys please.

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-Elect John Delaney (MD-06) is seeking an experienced Senior Legislative Assistant for his Capitol Hill office.  The Senior Legislative Assistant should should possess in-depth knowledge of the legislative process in the House; have excellent writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills; pay close attention to detail; be passionate about policy; and thrive in a team-oriented environment.  Previous experience as a Legislative Assistant on the Hill is required.  Maryland ties are a plus. Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required and include “Senior Legislative Assistant” in the subject line.  Please no phone calls; applications by email only.

Senior Democratic Member of the Financial Services Committee has opening for staffer to handle housing issues.  Candidates should have full understanding of federal housing programs and experience in hearing preparation.  Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus.  Please send resume, cover letter and two writing samples to: email hidden; JavaScript is required.

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Member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee seeks a Senior Legislative Assistant to handle all issues before the Committee in addition to several non-committee issues.  Ideal candidate has an advanced degree with 3-5 years of Hill experience, excellent writing skills, solid analytical abilities, and strong political instincts.  This is not an entry-level position.  Please email cover letter, resume, two writing samples (maximum of two-pages each), and salary requirements to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  An on-site writing test will be required of all candidates.  Resumes accepted until COB on Friday, November 18.  No phone calls or drop bys, please.

Member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee seeks a Senior Legislative Assistant to handle all issues before the Committee in addition to several non-committee issues.  Ideal candidate has an advanced degree with 3-5 years of Hill experience, excellent writing skills, solid analytical abilities, and strong political instincts.  This is not an entry-level position.  Please email cover letter, resume, two writing samples (maximum of two-pages each), and salary requirements to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  An on-site writing test will be required of all candidates.  Resumes accepted until COB on Friday, November 18.  No phone calls or drop bys, please.

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A Conservative House Member Office seeking a Senior Legislative Assistant for his Washington, DC office. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing the Member’s issue portfolio on the House Judiciary Committee, preparing the Member for committee hearings/briefings/mark-ups and floor activities, developing and managing legislative initiatives, writing constituent correspondence and representing the Member in meetings. The ideal candidate have approximately two years of prior Hill experience as a Legislative Assistant and a J.D. Candidates must have an ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects at the same time and possess strong written and oral communications skills. Please send resume and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

House Member seeks highly-motivated self-starter for Senior Legislative Assistant position.  Responsibilities include proactively developing and implementing legislative initiatives and policy positions in coordination with the LD; monitoring House floor activities; managing the Member’s House Oversight and Government Reform Committee activities; serving as a policy expert on a broad range of issues; briefing the Member on issues in assigned areas; overseeing legislative research and responses to constituent inquiries; and representing the Member in DC or district meetings/activities.

Qualified candidates should have at least 5-7 years of legislative experience; a proven record as an enterprising, detail- and results-oriented team player; thorough knowledge of the legislative process and House rules and procedures; excellent 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: email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Progressive Maryland Democrat seeks Senior Legislative Assistant to be responsible for handling various legislative issues. Candidates should have excellent written and oral communication skill including writing constituent mail, floor statements, and talking points.  Applicants should have at least three years of Capitol Hill legislative experience. Applicants with a JD and ties to the 4th Congressional District of MD are very strongly preferred. Please send resume, cover letter, and three short writing samples to email hidden; JavaScript is required with the subject line “Senior LA”.  No calls or drop by’s please.

Southern Republican member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee seeks an experienced senior Legislative Assistant to handle energy, environment, transportation, and agriculture issues and all committee work. Candidates must have excellent research and writing skills. An advanced degree/law degree and hill experience is preferred, but not required. A successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of water policy, wildlife programs, federal transportation and environmental programs, the natural resource industry, and national energy policies. Other attributes include the ability to initiate and lead aggressive legislative opportunities, possess excellent interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse group of constituents, and the ability to function in a dynamic, fast-paced office. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 211278 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Senior California Democrat seeks Senior Legislative Assistant to handle work on the Financial Services Committee, and other issues. Candidates should have at least 2-3 years of Hill legislative experience, preferably handling Financial Services issues. The successful applicant will possess strong writing and oral communication skills, work well with others, be comfortable in a fast-paced environment, and understand the legislative process.  Salary commensurate with experience.  To apply, please e-mail a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  No phone calls or drop-ins please.

Senior Progressive Ways and Means member is seeking a Senior Legislative Assistant/Counsel to work in fast-paced office on Foreign Policy and National Security issues with a focus on Central Asia. This is not an entry level position. Position requires an advanced degree, work experience in the military, intelligence services or foreign service, experience traveling and living abroad, and/or substantial hill experience working on foreign policy and national security legislation. JD desired but not required. Portfolio will also include veterans and other issues. The successful candidate will have experience working effectively in large organizations, be a team player, a creative thinker, have a record of building relationships and coalitions, and have a demonstrated ability to develop and lead new initiatives. Interested applicants should email a cover letter, résumé and a relevant brief writing sample (500-1000 words) to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Congressman Tom Latham (IA-4)  seeks an experienced Senior Legislative Assistant to handle his small business, regulation, education, labor, welfare, budget and tax portfolio.  Responsibilities will include advancing the Congressman’s agenda, crafting legislation, and monitoring relevant authorizing and appropriations committee and legislative activity.  The ideal candidate will possess several years of legislative experience on Capitol Hill in the relevant issue areas with a great deal of focus on small business issues and regulation reform.  Candidate should have a proven record of implementing legislative initiatives and building bipartisan advocacy coalitions, and strong communications, analytical, and interpersonal skills.  Iowa-Midwest ties and small business background are a plus.  Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  Phone calls, faxes, or drop-ins will not be accepted.

Moderate Democratic member seeks responsible, highly-organized, and energetic individual for a Senior Legislative Assistant position in a fast-paced office. Legislative responsibilities to be determined but could include health, housing/community development, financial services, and small business. Candidate must be willing to work a flexible schedule including long hours and some late nights. Capitol Hill experience required. California ties and legislative experience with the above issues preferred. This is not an entry-level position. Salary commensurate with experience. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to: email hidden; JavaScript is required.