062301 COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
- Progressive Northeastern Democratic Senator seeks an
excellent writer, skilled manager, and experienced communications professional to serve as
Communications Director, based in the Washington, D.C. office. The ideal applicant will have
several years of experience and a proven track record of speaking on the record; writing and
editing speeches, press releases, op-eds, letters, etc. quickly and well; executing innovative,
successful earned media events; building strong relationships with media; working with
multimedia and new media resources; juggling multiple tasks; responding to breaking or fastmoving
news; and developing staff.
Please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample to
062302 SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
- Progressive Northeastern Democrat seeks Systems
Administrator to manage office IT infrastructure in a mixed PC/Mac environment. Applicants
must have experience troubleshooting both hardware and software and be comfortable working
in Microsoft XP and Mac OSX. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Active Directory,
Microsoft Exchange 2007, Microsoft Server 2007 a must. Duties will also include managing a
constituent mail database. Ideal candidate should be a creative problem solver with strong
interpersonal skills. Graphic Design, InterTrac and HTML experience a plus.
Please send
resume, cover letter, and writing sample to demsysadmin@gmail.com.
061901 EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT -
Midwestern Democratic Senator is seeking an experienced
individual to act as Executive Assistant. Individual must be highly organized, detail-oriented
and have excellent communication skills. Duties include handling personal correspondence and
phone calls. Candidates must have the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced
environment with discretion. Hill experience preferred, but not required
. Candidates should email
a resume and cover letter to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job
referral number in the subject line.
061902 PRESS SECRETARY/SPEECHWRITER –
Western Democratic Senator seeks experienced,
energetic, media-savvy professional to serve as Press Secretary/Speechwriter. Position requires
strong verbal and written communications skills, previous on-the-record experience, an interest
in public policy issues and the ability to work with a large, diverse staff on a variety of topics.
Duties will include media contact, drafting news releases, advisories, op-eds and implementing
press strategies. Individual will also be responsible for writing all speeches and presentations
from the Senator as well as coordinating speech preparation. Hill and/or journalism experience
strongly preferred. Western ties a plus.
For consideration, send cover letter, resume and
writing samples to western.press.speech@gmail.com.
061903 PHYSICAL LABOR TECHNICIAN
– U.S. Senate is seeking a Physical Labor Technician for
the Day Shift (shift work, some weekend and/or holiday work required). Work includes:
conference room set-ups; furniture moves; office moves; route cleaning; floor maintenance; and
operating, cleaning & moving equipment. Starting salary is $38K. Free parking/metro +federal
benefits. Submit cover letter and resume to resumes@saa.senate.gov. (WORD DOCUMENTS
or PDF’s ONLY).
When applying use job code PLT. DEADLINE:7/6/09.
061802 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT —
Progressive Democrat serving on the Commerce Committee
seeks staffer to handle telecommunications, technology and business-related issues.
Responsibilities will include developing legislation and advising the Senator on policy matters.
Interested candidates should be proactive and efficient, have strong communication and
analytical skills, and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Previous Hill
experience preferred. This is not an entry-level position.
Please send cover letter and resume
061803 RESEARCH ASSISTANT
- Midwestern Democratic Senator has an immediate opening for a
Research Assistant. Candidates should be detail-oriented, have strong written and verbal
communication skills, and be familiar with the legislative process. Knowledge of agriculture,
trade, and nutrition issues is desirable. Hill experience is a plus.
Please e-mail cover letter,
resume, and brief writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job
referral number in the subject line.
061804 LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL
- Republican Senator seeks individual for a junior Legislative
Counsel position. The Counsel will handle the Senator’s trade, judiciary issues, and some
Commerce Committee issues – specifically maritime and fishing. Ideal candidate would have
Hill or relevant lobbying experience and possess strong writing, analytical and communication
skills.
Please e-mail resume, references and brief writing samples to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
061702 FALL INTERNS
- Senator Jon Tester’s office seeks full-time Interns for his Washington D.C.
office. Intern responsibilities include, but are not limited to: researching legislative issues,
attending hearings, preparing follow-up memos, assisting with constituent services, and
administrative duties. Applicants must be motivated, hard-working, and have good
communication skills. These unpaid internships are a great introduction to Capitol Hill.
To
apply, please submit a completed application form (available on tester.senate.gov), a cover
letter, current resume, three letters of recommendation and a writing sample via fax to
(202) 224-8594.
061601 EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/SCHEDULER
- Republican Senator is seeking an experienced
Executive Assistant/Scheduler to handle the Senator’s Washington, DC schedule. Candidates
must be extremely organized, detail-oriented, have a “can-do” attitude, and have the ability to
work under deadlines in a fast-paced office. Capitol Hill experience is highly preferred, but
knowledge of the Washington, DC area, and Capitol Hill process and protocol is a must.
Please
e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job
referral number in the subject line. No phone calls please.
061603 DEPUTY PRESS SECRETARY
- Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-Michigan) seeks a talented
Deputy Press Secretary to serve in a busy communications shop with work focused both on
Michigan and Washington, DC. Candidates should be familiar with the state and the Senator’s
work. This position serves under the Communications Director, and with the Press Secretary, to
field a majority of the incoming requests from state, Hill and national media. It is important that
the incumbent be prepared to pitch and book with network bookers and producers, reporters, and
assignment desk editors. The person hired must be a good writer as he or she will be responsible
for drafting certain news releases, event advisories and writing press background memos. The
Deputy Press Secretary will support the execution of press events and at times staff the Senator.
This is not an entry level position. This staffer should be comfortable working with the
Speechwriter, Systems Administrator, Legislative and State staff, other Congressional offices
and constituent organizations on a variety of issues. The Deputy Press Secretary must be
organized, successful with meeting deadlines and adept at maintaining records. Among the
Deputy Press Secretary’s other important duties are updating press content on the Senator’s
website, compiling daily news clips, and supervising Communications interns. He or she must
be willing to communicate with media bookers during some non-office hours. The ability to
participate as team member, prioritize responsibilities, pay attention to detail and manage both
short and long-term assignments are required in this role. The best candidates will demonstrate
grace, wit and focus.
Please send cover letter and resume to
pressjobs@stabenow.senate.gov. No phone calls please
061501 LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT –
Democratic Senator seeks a Legislative
Correspondent to answer constituent mail on a variety of issues; topics may include, but are not
limited to, defense, homeland security, and transportation. Duties may also include assisting in
appropriations work. Position requires excellent writing and communication skills, as well as the
ability to work independently, stay organized, handle multiple tasks, learn quickly and contribute
as a team player. Oregon ties and Capitol Hill experience a strong plus. Please send resume and
cover letter.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov
indicating job referral number in the subject line.
061201 TRANSPORTATION BUDGET ANALYST –
Chairman of Senate committee seeks Budget
analyst to handle a variety of budget issues related to banking, SBA, housing credit and
transportation. Applicants should be highly motivated and must possess strong quantitative and
analytic skills, the ability to meet tight deadlines, excellent written and oral communications
skills and initiative. Budget experience at the federal, state or local levels, and a background in
banking, SBA, housing or transportation issues are ideal. Congressional experience also a plus.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job
referral number in the subject line.
061101 SPEECHWRITER
– Northeastern Democratic Senator is seeking an experienced and
innovative Speechwriter to work in the Washington, D.C. office. Successful applicant will be
responsible for drafting speeches through coordination with the Senator, legislative and
communications staff. Duties also include writing floor remarks, op-eds, correspondence and
other written material. Successful applicant will work closely with staff both in Washington,
DC, and in the state. Successful applicant will have seasoned speechwriting ability, policy
and/or advocacy work experience, good political instincts and Hill or other speechwriting
experience. Proven ability and interest in working in a fast-paced office setting is a must. Salary
commensurate with experience.
Please submit a cover letter, resume and writing samples to
061102 HSGAC DEPUTY CLERK –
Very busy Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Committee seeks a Deputy Clerk to assist non-designated staff, especially Chief Clerk and
Systems Administrator. Duties include but are not limited to assisting with set-up and recordkeeping
for all full committee hearings, proofing hearings for print, posting documents on
committee web sites (public and internal), and assisting systems administrator with setting up
computer accounts for new employees.
Please fax resume and cover letter to 202-228-3792,
attention: Trina, or email senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating CLERK in the
subject line.
061002 RESEARCH ASSISTANT/SENATE BUDGET COMMITTEE
– The Senate Budget
Committee is seeking a Research Assistant with interests in fiscal and economic policy. The
ideal candidate will have a BA degree in economics (or closely related discipline) and strong
quantitative skills, as demonstrated by performance in relevant undergraduate coursework and
proficiency in numerical computer skills. To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, and
unofficial academic transcripts to
Senate_Employment@saa.senate.gov or fax to 202 228-
2007.
060901 DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC PLANNING -
Senate Committee (Majority) seeks Director of
Strategic Planning to work on a variety of budget issues. Applicants should have experience
with budget issues and strong networking skills. The candidate should have the ability to meet
tight deadlines, have excellent written and oral communications skills and initiative and be ready
to step in and handle projects at a moment’s notice. Press experience a plus, Budget or Hill
experience preferred.
Send resumes to Senate_Employment@saa.senate.gov or fax to 202
228-2007.
060401 SCHEDULER/STAFF ASSISTANT
-Nonpartisan office seeks someone who will serve as a
Scheduler and Staff Assistant. Responsibilities include responding to scheduling requests, project
assistance, preparation of briefing materials and general office duties. Applicants must be detail
oriented, have strong organizational skills and work well under pressure. Economics or finance
backgrounds a plus. Excellent written and oral communications skills are required.
Please email
cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral
number in the subject line.
060402 PRESS INTERNS
- The office of U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) seeks press interns for
fast-paced, aggressive communications office. Press interns will work closely with
Communications Director, Press Secretary, and Press Assistant on a variety of tasks.
Responsibilities include answering the press line and fielding calls from reporters, working with
communications office and legislative staff to compile reports and other documents for media
distribution, working with Press Assistant to compile daily press clips for Senator’s review,
coordinating daily update of reporter contact lists, and work with communications office on new
media projects. Position requires a keen attention to detail, the ability to multitask and meet tight
deadlines, and the ability to demonstrate professionalism and discretion at all times. Strong
writing and grammar skills and proficiency of Microsoft Office applications required.
Journalism/communications background and Ohio ties a plus.
To apply, please submit cover
letter, resume, and two writing samples to Haley_Morris@brown.senate.gov.
060403 DEPUTY CLERK
– Busy Committee seeks a professional administrator to assist as a Deputy
Clerk. This position is non-designated, therefore will support the Majority and Minority Staff.
Responsibilities are varied and will include oversight of administrative operations and
management of logistics related to committee hearings, mark-ups and official meetings.
Additional responsibilities include management of office accounts, staff accounts, timesheets and
leave, oversight of staff education and training, and ensuring that office policies and procedures
are followed. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are needed.
Please e-mail cover
letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in
the subject line.
060301 DEPUTY PRESS SECRETARY
—Senior Northeast Democrat with active committee
assignments seeks an experienced Deputy Press Secretary to join a busy press operation. Primary
responsibilities will include managing large volume of media inquiries; attending meetings and
hearings; drafting press releases, advisories, talking points and statements; working closely with
the other members of the Communications team, as well as legislative and committee staff; and
actively pitching the Senator’s actions and initiatives to national and state press. Candidates must
have excellent writing, editing, organizational and communication skills and the ability to meet
deadlines in a fast paced environment. Previous Hill and/or communications experience and a
fluency in Spanish are preferred.
Qualified candidates should email cover letter and resume
060201 EDUCATION POLICY STAFF -
Republican Health, Education, Labor and Pensions
Committee seeks an individual with experience and interest in education policy to support the
Education Policy Director in working on a variety of education and national service issues.
Individual should possess four or more years of Capitol Hill or education policy work
experience. Responsibilities include: informing the Committee’s legislative agenda on
postsecondary education, high school reform, and national service. Responsibilities also include:
briefing members and staff on policy matters; assisting with research and drafting legislation;
and preparing background materials for the Ranking Member. Strong research and writing
skills, and sense of initiative, are essential, and a Bachelors degree or higher is required.
Successful candidate should be team oriented and have experience working well collaboratively.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job
referral number in the subject line.
060202 PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER
– Democratic Senator seeks a Professional Staff
Member to handle small business, labor, finance and banking issues. Significant knowledge of
finance, economics, labor relations and business strongly preferred. Ideal candidate would also
have an advanced degree and Hill experience. Responsibilities will include developing and
negotiating legislation and advising the Senator on policy matters. This is a key staff position
and requires a candidate who is proactive and politically savvy, can handle many projects at
once, has good follow-through, is a good, fast and succinct writer, whether it is a memo or
statement, and works well with others.
Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
052603 SCHEDULER –
Democratic Senator seeks experienced individual to oversee DC
and in-state scheduling duties. Applicant will prepare daily, weekly and long-term schedules,
arrange travel itineraries, coordinate arrival and departure of meeting participants, and actively
interact with the Senator on all aspects of workday. Individual will work in tandem with the
Senator’s Executive Assistant in a very fast-paced environment. Excellent oral and writing skills
a must. Candidates will need to be very hard working, organized, discreet, and detail-oriented.
Previous scheduling experience preferred; Hill background is a plus. Pay commensurate with
experience.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov
indicating job referral number in the subject line.
052101 MAIL MANAGER
- Democratic Senator seeks qualified individual for Mail Manager position.
The Mail Manager is responsible for, but not limited to: reading, sorting, and scanning incoming
constituent mail for distribution to legislative staff; data-entry and preparing weekly mail reports.
Ideal candidates should possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills and be detailoriented.
Experience with IQ mail system a plus.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
051803 CONGRESSIONAL LIAISON COORDINATOR
- Congressional advisory body has
immediate opening for a Congressional Liaison Coordinator. The position is the principal point
of contact for communication between the Commission and Members of Congress and their
staff. The position is responsible for: maintaining an awareness of the interests of Members of
Congress and their staff in matters within the statutory mandate of the Commission; identifying
and tracking action on legislation addressing or affecting matters within the statutory mandate of
the Commission; receiving and relaying to the appropriate Commission members and staff
inquiries for information; and arranging for meetings and briefings on issues associated with the
work of the Commission. Organization, writing, oral communication and interpersonal skills are
expected. The position is a full-time position; One-year Term Appointment renewable at
Commission’s option, with presumed renewal if performance is satisfactory. The base salary
level range is $70,000 to $92,000 (plus benefits) commensurate with experience. Incumbent
must be a U.S. citizen, and complete an application for and be able to pass a National Agency
check/Intelligence Dossier (NAC-1) background check at Secret level.
Please submit a resume,
cover letter, a writing sample and two references to dfehrer@uscc.gov. Applicants must
meet the mandatory requirements stated in the vacancy announcement posted to the
Commission’s website at www.uscc.gov.
051804 EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
- Congressional advisory body has
immediate opening for an Executive Administrative Assistant. The assistant is the principal
point of contact and oversees the function of the front office reception area, greets employees
and visitors, answers telephones, and reviews and routes incoming mail. Participates as a key
member of the Commission’s administrative and operational management team. Provides
administrative support and assistance to the designated technical team leaders on a full range of
management duties and responsibilities in the areas of budget, accounting, personnel, travel and
contracting. Organizational, oral communication and interpersonal skills are expected. The
position is a full-time position; One-year Term Appointment renewable at Commission’s option,
with presumed renewal if performance is satisfactory. The base salary level range is $35,000 to
$50,000 (plus benefits) commensurate with experience. Incumbent must be a U.S. citizen.
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and two references to dfehrer@uscc.gov. Applicants
must meet the mandatory requirements stated in the vacancy announcement posted to the
Commission’s website at www.uscc.gov.
051503 PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER
– Majority staff of Senate Subcommittee seeks
experienced person to handle pension and retirement security issues. Responsibilities will
include implementing a comprehensive legislative and oversight agenda. Must have substantial
experience related to the issue areas, work well under pressure, and have strong writing,
analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Capitol Hill experience and an advanced
degree preferred. Equal opportunity employer.
To apply, please e-mail a cover letter and
resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the
subject line.
051404 COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
– Moderate East Coast Democratic Senator with active
committee assignments seeks an experienced Communications Director to be part of senior
management team. Successful candidate will serve as primary on record spokesperson and show
a demonstrated ability to work quickly to communicate complex issues to multiple audiences on
behalf of the Senator. Must be an exceptional writer and editor able to quickly produce press
releases, web entries, speeches, talking points, and necessary briefing material as needed. Will be
expected to develop and implement national communication strategy, integrated with and
supportive of home-state media efforts. Will be expected to mentor others in press department
and delegate tasks to press and legislative staff as required. Strong strategic planning,
management, and organizational skills required. Candidates must have ability to monitor
Senator’s legislative activity and grasp complex policy concepts and implications, proactively
communicating them as required. Candidates should have a track record of speaking on the
record, pitching reporters on story ideas, op-eds, and other media opportunities. Established
relationships with members of the national press a plus. Hill experience (3+ years) required.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Please send resume and cover letter to
051304 COMMITTEE LABOR COUNSEL/POLICY ADVISOR
- Senator Kennedy’s Labor Policy
Office is seeking a Counsel or Policy Advisor for the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
Committee. Responsibilities include drafting legislation, planning legislative strategy, building
coalitions, preparing for hearings, and writing memos, speeches, and talking points. Interested
applicants must be strong writers, independent self-starters who work well in a fast-paced
environment. Applicants must have a background in labor, economic, and/or retirement security
issues. Capitol Hill or other political experience a plus. Those with strong backgrounds in
economics who are comfortable with quantitative analysis are especially encouraged to apply.
We are seeking applicants at the Counsel/Advisor level (2-3 years experience). Our office is an
equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.
To apply, please send a
cover letter, resume and one or two brief writing samples to (202) 228-2311 (fax) or
kennedylaborjob@gmail.com indicating LABOR COUNSEL/POLICY ADVISOR in the
subject line.
050701 PROCUREMENT/CONTRACTING COUNSEL/SPECIALIST
- Republican office seeks
Contracting and Procurement Specialist and/or Counsel with a strong background in
procurement policy, military contracting issues, federal loans and grants. Experience with
government agencies including: defense, homeland security, energy, commerce, GSA, and small
business programs helpful. Applicants must be self-starters with excellent writing, investigative,
and oversight experience.
Please send a cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and two
writing samples to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in
the subject line.
050501 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT
– Democratic Senator seeks a Legislative Assistant to handle
business, finance, budget, and tax issues. Law degree and previous Hill experience strongly
preferred. Responsibilities will include developing legislation and advising the Senator on
policy matters. Interested candidates should be proactive and efficient, have strong
communication and analytical skills, and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Please send cover letter and resume to: budgetla@gmail.com.
043001 SENIOR DEFENSE BUDGET ANALYST
– Chairman of Senate Committee seeks Senior
Budget Analyst to handle defense issues and a variety of budget issues and analyses related to
defense and national security. Applicants must possess strong quantitative skills, the ability to
meet tight deadlines, excellent written and oral communication skills and initiative. Candidates
should have significant budgeting experience at the federal, state or local levels and a strong
background in defense policy issues.
Please e-mail resume and writing sample to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line, or
fax to 202.228.2007.
042101 COUNSEL/PROFESSIONAL STAFF
– Majority staff of Senate Subcommittee seeks
experienced professional staff member to handle federal workforce issues. The Subcommittee
handles the full range of federal workforce issues. Highly qualified candidates will have
experience with Title 5, including federal pay and benefits, hiring, and training. Responsibilities
will include drafting, reviewing, and promoting legislation; conducting oversight of federal
agencies; and planning hearings. Must have substantial experience related to the issue areas, as
well as strong writing, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Capitol Hill
experience and an advanced degree preferred. Executive branch experience a plus. Equal
opportunity employer.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and short writing
sample to OGMHiring@gmail.com.
042102 ONLINE COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR –
Western Democratic Senator seeks
Online Communications Coordinator to develop and maintain Senator’s web-based initiatives.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, design and maintenance of website,
constituency list building, blog posting and outreach, email newsletters and implementation of
new media technology. Previous tech/online outreach and web development is preferred.
To
apply, send cover letter and resume, including all relevant program and application skills,
to WesternDemCommTeam@gmail.com.
040701 CHIEF ECONOMIST
– Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs majority
staff is looking for a senior, experienced Chief Economist who is comfortable in a fast-paced
work environment. The position requires a detailed understanding of monetary policy, financial
markets and bank regulation, fiscal policy and general economics. Substantial legislative
experience, including work on Capitol Hill or in the Administration interacting with Congress, is
desired. Candidates should also have working knowledge of, or be willing to learn, the US
housing market, including mortgage finance as well as general questions of funding formulas,
and econometric and numerical analysis. Background in economics of federal transit policy,
including funding formulas, also helpful. Sense of humor, flexibility, and being comfortable
working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment with senior staff important. Salary
commensurate with experience.
Send resumes and brief letters of inquiry to
040301 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT/COUNSEL
- Western Democrat seeks LA/Counsel for fastpaced
office. In addition to covering Judiciary, Homeland Security, Immigration, and Election
Reform portfolios, including related appropriations work, the candidate also will advise the
Senator and staff regarding ethics compliance and general government oversight issues, as well
as coordinate judicial nominations. Applicants should be highly motivated team players and
creative problem-solvers. Must possess strong analytical skills, be able to meet tight deadlines
and demonstrate excellent written and oral communications skills, including legal research and
writing. JD required, Hill experience preferred, and Spanish language skills helpful.
Please
submit resume and cover letter to westerndemcounsel@gmail.com.
033101 STAFF ASSISTANT/WEB DESIGNER –
Senate Committee majority staff seeks experienced
Web Designer to maintain and update Committee and personal websites. Candidate will also
work with outside vendor site. Candidate will be responsible for drafting website copy and
ensuring site stays up-to-date. Design and implement new web as well as Thorough
understanding of HTML, Cold Fusion and Adobe Dreamweaver required. Ideal candidate will
have experience working with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Experience with
Senate websites preferred. Candidate will also assist the staff when necessary to prepare for
hearings, etc.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov
indicating job referral number in the subject line.
033102 MILITARY LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT
- Democratic Senator on the Armed Services
Committee seeks a senior Legislative Assistant to handle military, foreign affairs, related
appropriations and other issues. Applicants should have direct expertise in these issues areas.
Four years of Hill experience is preferred, as well as experience working on or with the Senate
Armed Services or Appropriations Committees. Qualified candidates will also have strong
writing, analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills; the ability to perform well under
pressure while juggling multiple tasks; and sound political judgment.
Please e-mail cover letter
and resume to senateposition@gmail.com. No phone calls please.
032301 PRESS SECRETARY
– Chairman of major Senate Committee seeks an experienced Press
Secretary to contribute to busy press operation. Primary responsibilities will include managing
large volume of media inquiries, attending hearings, writing press releases and statements, and
actively pitching Committee’s actions and initiatives. Candidates must have ability to grasp
complex policy concepts and implications, excellent writing and editing skills, organizational
skills, and ability to think strategically. Two years Hill experience required; Committee
experience a plus.
Please send resume and cover letter to senatecdjob1@gmail.com.
032302 COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
– Chairman of major Senate Committee seeks an
experienced Communications Director to manage busy press office in a fast-paced, dynamic
environment. Primary responsibility will be to develop and execute multifaceted national
communications strategy to amplify and build public support for Committee initiatives.
Candidates must have ability to grasp complex policy concepts and implications; excellent
writing and editing skills, and strategic planning, management and organizational skills.
Candidates must have extensive on-the-record experience and know how to effectively pitch
stories, columns, op-eds and other initiatives. Candidates must have strong, established
relationships with members of the national press – contacts within financial media a plus. Hill
experience (5+ years) required; Committee experience preferred. Salary commensurate with
experience.
Please send resume and cover letter to ussen.comm.pressjob@gmail.com.
031101 PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER
- Senator Thomas R. Carper is seeking a Professional
Staff Member for his Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Subcommittee
on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International
Security. This position includes responsibility for agency financial management and efforts to
combat waste, fraud, and abuse in federal programs. Ideal candidates would have an extensive
background in government oversight work.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
031001 TRADE SPECIALIST/PROFESSIONAL STAFF
– Senior Member of the Senate Finance
Committee seeks experienced counsel or professional staffer to serve as Staff Director of Trade
Subcommittee, and to staff other personal office issues yet to be determined. Responsibilities
include conducting oversight and investigation of trade and competitiveness issues, as well as
developing, drafting and promoting legislation. Successful candidates will have extensive
experience in the field, and significant Congressional experience a strong plus. Excellent
opportunities for professional growth. Equal opportunity employer.
No telephone inquiries.
Send resume and cover letter to TDPosition@yahoo.com.
022301 STAFF DIRECTOR OF THE BANKING SECURITIES SUBCOMMITTEE
- Democratic
Senator on the Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee seeks a senior banking/financial
services policy advisor to serve as Staff Director of the Subcommittee on Securities, Insurance,
and Investment as well as handle tax and related matters. Applicants should have expertise in
banking and securities law and the regulatory structure of the financial system. At least four
years of Hill experience is required and experience working on or with the Banking Committee
is strongly preferred. Qualified candidates will also have strong writing, analytical, negotiation,
and organizational skills; the ability to perform well under pressure and while juggling multiple
tasks; and sound political judgment. The senior policy advisor will also be expected to handle
occasional constituent matters.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to
senateposition@gmail.com. No phone calls please.
013001 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT
- Moderate Democrat seeks highly qualified staffer to cover
primarily financial services and housing issues. The Senator plans to be very active on these
issues. Candidates should be highly motivated, experienced, with excellent written and oral
communication skills
. Send resume to bankingstaffer@gmail.com.
123003 INVESTIGATIVE COUNSEL/INVESTIGATIVE STAFF
- Seeking experienced attorneys
or otherwise qualified professionals to work on the bipartisan Congressional Oversight Panel
created by the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 to oversee the implementation of
the Troubled Assets Relief Program (TARP). Familiarity with financial services regulation, the
mortgage crisis, and the financial crisis is required. Investigative counsel and staff will work
with a team of attorneys and in conjunction with finance experts and economists to investigate
all aspects of the U.S. Department of Treasury’s TARP activities, including the use of TARP
funds, the impact of TARP on financial institutions and markets, the transparency and fairness of
the Treasury Department’s administration of TARP, and the effectiveness of foreclosure
mitigation efforts. Job responsibilities will include preparing for hearings on TARP operations,
staffing Panel members, reviewing administrative agency information, conducting interviews
with agency personnel, consultation with policy experts, and preparation of reports.
Please
email cover letter and resume to oversightpanel@gmail.com.
123004 POLICY ADVISOR
- Seeking experienced policy analysts to work on the bipartisan
Congressional Oversight Panel (COP) created by the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of
2008 to: 1) oversee the implementation of the Troubled Assets Relief Program (TARP) and 2)
make recommendations on regulatory reform to the next Congress and Administration.
Experience in the fields of economics, finance and banking, financial services regulation,
consumer protection, or housing policy is necessary. Job responsibilities will include research,
analysis of Working Group policy papers, preparation of briefing materials for Panel Members,
drafting report language, and offering substantive recommendations on regulatory reform to
Panel members.
Please email cover letter and resume to oversightpanel@gmail.com.
112109 ECONOMISTS
- The Democratic Staff of the Joint Economic Committee of the U.S. Congress
seeks staff economists with a serious interest in public policy research. Subject areas of interest
include macroeconomics, the Federal budget and tax policy, health care policy, energy markets,
the U.S. labor market and work-life issues. Successful candidates will have strong
communication skills. The position requires independent research as well as working closely
with other economists on the staff, in the federal government, and academics throughout the
country. A full-time, professional staff position is being offered, but single-year appointments
will be considered. A Ph.D. in economics or a related field, or commensurate work experience,
is required. Capitol Hill experience is also a plus. The Joint Economic Committee’s mission is
to review economic conditions and make recommendations to Congress about a broad range of
policy issues. The Committee holds hearings, conducts original research and analysis, and
advises Members of Congress on economic policy. For more information on the work of the
Democratic staff of the Committee, please visit our website at http://jec.senate.gov/democrats.
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