Congresswoman Grace F. Napolitano (D-CA), Co-Chair of the Mental Health Caucus, seeks a Legislative Assistant to primarily handle healthcare, mental health, and veterans’ issues. Preferred candidates should have a background in mental health policy and a solid understanding of the legislative process. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparing briefing memoranda, promoting and guiding legislative priorities of the Congressional Mental Health Caucus, drafting dear colleagues, tracking assigned issue areas in Congress, responding to constituent correspondence, and maintaining proactive working relationships with mental health advocacy groups. Ideal candidate must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, a strong work ethic, and an ability to perform well under pressure. Spanish language fluency is preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Interested applicants should email a resume, one page writing sample and cover letter to Daniel.Chao@mail.house.gov. No phone calls please.
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Senior Conservative Democrat from Texas seeks organized, energetic, creative, workhorse writer to: write press releases, opinion pieces and speeches; develop and maintain relationships with local, national and international reporters; organize media events; pitch stories; respond to reporters’ inquires; oversee website content; produce newsletters and e-newsletters, and think outside the box. This is a fast-paced office. Excellent research and writing skills are essential. Current relationships with media much preferred. Candidates should have: sense of humor, minimum one year experience as reporter, or with press job on Capitol Hill. Texas ties and Spanish speakers are preferred, but not required. Salary is commensurate with experience. Direct resumes to: horpress@gmail.com.
The office of Rep. John Salazar (D-CO) seeks entry level Staff Assistant to join the DC office. Candidates should be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to juggle a variety of projects. The congressman is looking for a reliable individual that is good with people. Interpersonal skills are critical as the Staff Assistant is the face of the office. Bilingual applicants are desired but not required. Responsibilities include: general office management, answering constituent calls, member/staff support, greeting guests, coordinating and conducting tours and writing congressional tributes. Special projects will be assigned from time to time. Please send resume with cover letter to alfonso.lopez@mail.house.gov No phone calls, please.
LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOR: Active Northeast member, with a specific interest in building a long-term profile on health issues, seeks Legislative Director. Applicant must have a willingness to work in a fast-paced and ever-shifting environment and the ability to think creatively to formulate legislative ideas. Responsibilities include overseeing development and implementation of the legislative agenda and legislative proposals, overseeing the constituent mail program, appropriations, and maintaining contact with district and national interest groups. Applicants should have five years of legislative experience, Hill experience a must. Experience in health care policy a plus. Email resumes to legdirsearch@yahoo.com.
The Democratic staff of the House Education and Labor Committee is looking for an unpaid press intern to work with an active and busy press shop. The internship is available immediately – ideally the candidate will be able to start as soon as possible. Primary duties will include assembling daily news clips, helping draft talking points and press releases, assisting with press conferences, hearings and other public events, maintaining the website, and updating press lists. This is a great opportunity for students or recent graduates with an interest in media and politics. Please e-mail resumes and one writing sample to danielle.lee@mail.house.gov.
Senior Moderate Democratic House Member (and subcommittee chair) seeks a Press Secretary responsible for implementing a comprehensive communications strategy at the local and national levels. This includes, but is not limited to, writing press releases, opinion columns, and newsletters; maintaining relations with local and national press, including nontraditional media outlets; and managing the Member’s official website. The ideal candidate is articulate, politically savvy, and able to translate complex issues into understandable language. Working press experience and/or campaign experience highly valued. The ability to keep a cool head and a sense of humor during periods of stress even more highly valued.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Please e-mail résumé, writing sample, and cover letter with salary requirements to jobs@mail.house.gov.
No calls please.
Senior Democratic Member of the Energy and Commerce Committee seeks energetic, experienced Legislative Assistant to cover energy and environmental issues, particularly issues related to global climate change and energy independence as well as related appropriations. Qualified candidates should have a demonstrated expertise in energy or environmental issues and at least two years of legislative experience. Strong writing, analytical and organizational skills are essential, as well as pride in work product and attention to detail. Salary is commensurate with experience. Send résumé, cover letter, and two writing samples to dcstaffer@mail.house.gov or fax to (202) 225-8890. No phone calls please.
Mid-west Democrat has opportunity for individual seeking experience as a staff assistant in the D.C. Congressional office. High level of personal energy, strong work ethic, and a sense of humor are essential. Education or experience in healthcare related matters may prove helpful. Send resume to DCStaffAssistant@gmail.com