SENIOR LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT — Senior Democratic member of the House Science and Technology Committee seeks an energetic and proactive senior legislative assistant to manage committee responsibilities and a broad portfolio of other legislative issues. Substantive knowledge and previous experience with S&T committee issues, including energy and environment issues, is a plus. Candidates should have prior Hill experience, have impeccable writing and analytical skills, be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and possess a strong knowledge of the legislative process. The candidate will be responsible for developing legislative initiatives, tracking legislation, drafting correspondence and floor/committee statements, drafting press releases, and representing the member in meetings. The successful candidate will be a results-oriented problem solver, a motivated self-starter, and possess a demonstrated ability to work independently as a policy entrepreneur. This is NOT an entry-level position. To apply, please e-mail a cover letter, resume and three writing samples with the words “Senior Legislative Assistant” in the subject line to il_staff_jobs@yahoo.com.
ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT/EDITORIAL QUALITY CONTROL — BulletinNews produces the daily White House News Summary for the Executive Office of the President and additional customized news briefings for governmental and Fortune 500 leaders nationwide. We’re expanding the product management team, reflecting the rapid growth of our business. The successful candidate will be pivotal, serving as (a) the face of the company to clients, each of which pays six figures annually for their daily service; (b) the “voice of the client” internally, ensuring that our editorial workers understand client needs; and (c) a driver of our quality-control management system. Ideal candidate will have strong account management skills combined with experience working as a journalist, editor or similar news generation/monitoring position. Apply to BusOps@BulletinNews.com. EEOC.
COMMUNICATION DIRECTOR— Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, seeks a communication director. Hill experience is strongly preferred. Please submit cover letter, resume by fax ONLY to 202-225-3073, no telephone calls, please.
INTERNS —Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-N.Y., chairman of the subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties, is seeking unpaid interns for the rest of the spring semester, with a preference given to those that can start immediately. Interns will assist in the preparation of constituent responses, press releases, floor statements, speeches, bills, and amendments, and perform research at the Library of Congress, respond to information requests from constituents. They will also attend briefings, hearings, and special events where they may have the opportunity to meet with members of Congress, members of the Cabinet, and leaders of industry and the press and gain valuable Hill experience and learn about the federal legislative process. Interns are also responsible for assisting in sorting incoming mail, greeting visitors, and answering the telephone. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to the Intern Coordinator at Intern3.NY08@mail.house.gov. Deadline for applications is March 5 although we are looking to fill the position as early as possible.
ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT — Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, seeks an environmental legislative assistant to provide legislative advice on a variety of issues, including the economy. Hill experience is a plus. Excellent writing and research skills required. Please submit cover letter, resume and one-page writing sample by fax ONLY to 202-225-3073 (no telephone calls please).
INTERNS — Freshman House democratic office is seeking full time summer interns for the Washington , D.C. , office. Duties include, but are not limited to, answering phones, sorting mail, attending hearings, leading capitol tours, writing letters to constituents, and assisting legislative staff with research and other projects. Preference will be given to individuals with Illinois ties. Please send a cover letter, resume, and a short (1 page or less) writing sample to IL.internships@gmail.com.
SENIOR LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL — Senior Democratic member of the House Committee on Homeland Security seeks an energetic and proactive senior legislative counsel to manage committee responsibilities and a broad portfolio of other legislative issues. Substantive knowledge and previous experience with homeland security issues as well as other issues including energy and environment, budget and tax, and housing is a plus. Candidates should have prior Hill experience, have impeccable writing and analytical skills, be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and possess a strong knowledge of the legislative process. The candidate will be responsible for developing legislative initiatives, tracking legislation, drafting correspondence and floor/committee statements, drafting press releases, and representing the member in meetings. The successful candidate will be a results-oriented problem solver, a motivated self-starter, and possess a demonstrated ability to work independently as a policy entrepreneur. This is NOT an entry-level position and we are not looking for recent law or business school graduates. A law or business degree is required. To apply, please e-mail a cover letter, resume and three writing samples with the words “Senior Legislative Counsel” in the subject line to: TX18resume@mail.house.gov.
LEGISLATIVE AIDE — Rep. Jim McDermott, D-Wash., a Pacific Northwest Progressive Democrat with a national focus on health care reform in America , seeks an experienced legislative aide who will manage a portfolio that includes health care as its primary focus. Qualifications include: a working knowledge of the Hill, the legislative process and an in-depth knowledge of health care issues. Excellent writing and communications skills are required. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of turning policy into progress and will join a fast-paced, team-oriented office with an emphasis on making a difference in the national debate. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Position open until filled. No telephone calls or drop ins. Please send your credentials to: nwresumes@mail.house.gov.
