Legislative Assistant/Counsel - Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (Democrat)
Missouri member seeks a legislative assistant/counsel with excellent writing and organizational skills; and ability to meet deadlines and perform under pressure. Candidate will be responsible for drafting statements, talking points, opinion pieces, constituent mail, and will handle a slate of issues that include Judiciary issues (including crime/drugs, first amendment issues, and tort reform); Campaign Finance & Election Reform (527s); Homeland Security, Terrorism & Intelligence; Pensions & Social Security; Medicare/Medicaid; and Healthcare. Law degree required. Having Capitol Hill experience is a plus but not required. E-mail resume, cover letter, and brief writing sample to healthla.opening@mail.house.gov No phone calls or walk-ins, please.
