Midwest Democrat looking for a dynamic and experienced individual to serve as Legislative Director focusing on Health Care, Global Health, Mental Health, Social Security, Medicare/Medicaid, Seniors, and Veterans. Three plus years of Hill experience a requirement; professional degree (MBA, JD, et cetera), appropriations and authorizing committee experience are a plus. In depth knowledge and understanding of legislative process, Midwestern connections, and excellent writing ability is required. Please email cover letter, resume, references, salary requirements, and a brief writing sample to Midwestern.resume@mail.house.gov. No calls, drop-ins, or faxes please.
Ohio Democrat seeks Staff Assistant. Job responsibilities will include, greeting visitors, answering phones, sorting mail, flag requests, tour scheduling and helping staff with various projects. Applicants should be self-motivated, able to multi-task and have exceptional organizational skills. Capitol Hill experience, knowledge of Internet Quorum, as well as Ohio ties are a plus. Please send cover letter and resume by email to oh17resumes@mail.house.gov .
The Save Darfur Coalition, www.SaveDarfur.org, an alliance of 181 human rights, faith-based, and civil society organizations working to raise public awareness and mobilize an effective response to the genocide in Darfur, seeks a Government Relations Associate to play a central role in Save Darfur’s efforts to expand our U.S. congressional, administration, and coalition member outreach.
The Government Relations Associate will work as a member of the Save Darfur Policy and Government Relations team, reporting to the Director of Government Relations. Responsibilities include assisting with overall legislative outreach efforts, serving as primary point of contact for select congressional offices, committees, and administration offices, and drafting regular legislative policy updates for internal and external audiences. The Government Relations Associate will also attend hearings and briefings, meet/communicate regularly with NGOs and activist organizations, and help craft Save Darfur’s legislative strategy.
Candidates should have at least 2 – 4 years congressional, lobbying, or applicable administration experience, including work on foreign policy issues. Advocacy or campaign experience a plus. Prior knowledge of Darfur/Sudan issues a plus.
Interested candidates should email resume, references, and two short writing samples to colleen@savedarfur.org with the subject line “ATTN: Government Relations Associate.” The Save Darfur Coalition is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Maryland Senator Barbara Mikulski seeks a Press Assistant for busy media office. Duties will include, but are not limited to, researching and compiling daily news clips, managing website and drafting web materials, writing press releases and monthly staff newsletter, answering press line and generally supporting the Senator’s press operations. Degree in communications or journalism and Maryland ties preferred. Please fax resume, cover letter and two brief writing samples to 202-224-3892. E-mail submissions will not be accepted. No phone calls please.
Southern Democratic House office seeks Staff Assistant. Duties include answering phones, greeting visitors, processing flag requests, conducting constituent tours, legislative responsibilities and assisting other staffers with general office duties. Some driving required. Applicants should be well organized, motivated, detail-oriented, and willing to occasionally work long hours. Ties to Arkansas are preferred, but not required. Seeking to fill position ASAP. No calls or drop-bys please. E-mail cover letter, resume, and references to chad.causey@mail.house.gov
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.
Principal duties include organizing town hall meetings and other public events, building relationships with New Hampshire organizations and municipalities, and developing innovative ways to better serve the residents of New Hampshire’s First Congressional District. The individual will work closely with the District Manager, the Press Secretary and the Chief of Staff to coordinate a wide range of events, including issue roundtables, field hearings, and meetings with veterans’ organizations, municipalities, citizens’ groups, and the business community. He or she will develop an intimate knowledge of the state of New Hampshire, state and local issues, community events, and important news stories.
A successful applicant will have excellent communications skills and an ability to represent the Congressional office in a variety of situations. He or she must be able to handle multiple projects at the same time, maintaining superb attention to detail. Excellent writing skills are essential. Experience organizing events, working with community groups, and knowledge of New Hampshire are strongly preferred.
This is not an entry-level position. Starting salary will depend on the experience and skills of the applicant. Working hours vary, with some evening and weekend time required. Interested individuals should email a resume and cover letter with the words “Senior Outreach Coordinator” in the subject line to: NH01jobs@mail.house.gov
Active Democratic Texas Member seeks Press Secretary for Washington, DC office. Candidates should have previous press/communications experience, have excellent writing and verbal skills, and should be comfortable in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include handling all incoming press requests, drafting and sending press releases, writing columns and newsletters, and a variety of other communications for the office. This position will require a significant amount of outreach to district media outlets. Preferred candidate will be bilingual in Spanish and have previous hill/campaign experience. Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume and two brief writing samples to txpressjob08@gmail.com or fax to (202) 225-2237 Attn: Press Secretary Opening. NO CALLS OR DROP-INS PLEASE!
Senior Member of House Democratic Leadership, seeks applicant with interest in both technology and politics to work with Leadership and Congressional Office. Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, organized, have excellent communication skills and work well in a fast-paced and demanding environment. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including long hours and some late nights. Responsibilities will include: website administration/development, network administration, desktop support, and constituent database administration/development. Salary commensurate with experience. Cover Letter, Resume and References should be e-mailed to resume.inbox@mail.house.gov.
Office of the Speaker of the House seeks experienced Advance staffer. Candidates must have advance experience with high level principles and have executed events on the road. Candidates should be well-organized, hard-working, creative and detail-oriented. High degree of professionalism required, as well as an ability to work a flexible schedule, including long hours and extensive travel. Salary commensurate with experience. Email cover letter, resume and references to speakeradvance@gmail.com
Office of the Speaker of the House seeks experienced Advance staffer. Candidates must have advance experience with high level principles and have executed events on the road. Candidates should be well-organized, hard-working, creative and detail-oriented. High degree of professionalism required, as well as an ability to work a flexible schedule, including long hours and extensive travel. Salary commensurate with experience. Email cover letter, resume and references to