Progressive CA member seeks an excellent writer with knowledge of Windows operating system, website/html and database development skills, familiarity with desktop publishing software, and experience with IQ for combined LC/ Systems position in fast-paced, team-oriented, and productive office. Spanish skills and Mac OS knowledge preferred, but not required. Deadline is September 28, 2007. Email cover letter and resume to lee.resumes@mail.house.gov.
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Congresswoman Ellen Tauscher, a senior Member of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, seeks Legislative Assistant to manage active transportation and infrastructure legislative portfolio. In addition, this LA will handle labor, environment, housing, and education issues. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 to 3 years of legislative policy experience on the Hill or related professional experience and should have a strong understanding of federal and state transportation policy. Duties include, but are not limited to, attending hearings, preparing briefing memoranda, and crafting amendments and stand alone legislation. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. California connections are a plus. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Interested applicants should email their cover letter in the body of an e-mail with resume and a brief policy-oriented writing sample attached to Jobs.Tauscher@mail.house.gov. No phone calls please.
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Active Freshman New England Democrat seeks energetic, organized, and savvy Scheduler. Duties include developing and managing the Member’s daily schedule and travel arrangements; organizing Member’s daily briefing materials, drafting Member’s personal correspondence, and shaping overall office operations. Applicants must have superior organizational skills, strong people skills, poise, multitasking ability, patience, and humor.
Previous Capitol Hill experience highly valued; previous scheduling experience in a legislative or political setting highly desired. Connecticut ties a plus. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Representative Artur Davis (D-AL), member of the House Ways and Means Committee, seeks Senior Legislative Assistant to manage Member’s tax and trade legislative portfolio before the Committee. In addition, individual will handle financial services and defense issues. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 to 4 years of Hill or related professional experience. Duties include, but are not limited to, attending hearings, preparing briefing memoranda, and crafting amendments and stand alone legislation. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. In addition, candidate must be able to exercise independent judgment and work well under pressure in a busy team oriented environment. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Interested applicants should email a resume, cover letter, and brief policy oriented writing sample to dana.gresham@mail.house.gov. No phone calls please.
Congressman Albio Sires seeks a Legislative Assistant to handle the Congressman’s Vice Chairmanship of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere. Other responsibilities include being the liaison to the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and handling legislative issues that include judiciary, tax, budget, labor, small business, and telecommunications. Position requires fluency in Spanish and excellent writing skills. Please submit cover letter, resume, and one writing sample to: nj13job@gmail.com. No drop-bys, phone calls, or faxes accepted.
Moderate Texas Democrat looking for someone with good writing and organizational skills to assist the legislative staff and manage constituent mail. Good computer skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are a must. Texas ties and Spanish language skills preferred. Please send resumes to connie.humphrey@mail.house.gov. No phone calls or drop bys, please.
Congressman Harry Mitchell (D-AZ) seeks a Legislative Assistant to focus primarily on veterans’ issues. Candidate should have an understanding of veterans’ issues, the Veterans’ Administration, and the legislative process. Military background a plus. Candidate must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, a strong work ethic, and an ability to work well in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume, as well as a one-page writing sample, to azresumes@gmail.com. No phone calls please.
Active House Committee press office seeks talented team player to assist with communications strategy and media operations. Job duties include building and maintaining relationships with national and regional reporters and news outlets, assisting in the development and execution of communications initiatives, drafting op-eds and talking points, and working closely with press and legislative staff to organize hearings. Hill or campaign press experience is REQUIRED.
Candidate must also:
* Have 3+ year prior media experience;
* Be extremely comfortable fielding and responding to press calls;
* Possess advanced writing skills; and
* Have a thorough understanding of the legislative process and be able to handle multiple tasks effectively while meeting tight deadlines.
Salary based on skill and experience level. Please email resume and cover letter to committeejob@gmail.com
Congressman Brian Baird seeks a Staff Assistant. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, be comfortable talking to constituents on the phone and be able to juggle and prioritize a variety of projects, including some legislative correspondent duties. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, answering telephones, greeting guests, opening and sorting mail, and constituent services such as tours and flag requests. Northwest ties required. Please send cover letter and resume to: Lisa Austin, Chief of Staff at: BairdResume@mail.house.gov
Freshman Democrat office seeking temporary Legislative Correspondent to assist in mail operations. Responsibilities will include writing, managing, entering and editing incoming constituent mail. Qualified applicants will posses excellent writing skills, attention to detail, self motivation, and previous Hill experience. Tremendous opportunity to gain experience and understanding of Congressional office. All applicants must send resume, 2 writing samples and references to
joblistingacct@gmail.com.