U.S. Senate Employment Bulletin

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071301 DEFENSE INTERN — Florida senior senator seeks full-time, unpaid intern for up to six months
to assist busy national security staff. In addition to general administrative duties, intern will help
staff prepare the Senator for hearings, meetings and travel, track legislation and budget requests,
and follow-up with Department of Defense agencies and academic and industry groups.
Qualified candidates should have excellent skills in research, attention to detail, and oral and
written communication. Candidates with previous work experience, military experience and/or
students studying national security policy, public administration, or international relations are
preferred. This internship is designed to be an opportunity for those seeking congressional staff
experience in aspiration of paid staff employment in national security affairs on Capitol Hill.
Please submit cover letter, resume, and 3-5 page writing sample via email at:
FloridaDefenseIntern@gmail.com. Applications are due by close of business on Thursday,
July 16, 2009. No calls please.

071302 FALL INTERNS – Democratic staff of the Senate Subcommittee on Oversight of Government
Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia is seeking unpaid fall
Interns. Graduate students, law students, and college juniors or seniors are invited to apply. The
jurisdiction of the Subcommittee includes federal workforce issues, including hiring, benefits,
rights, and protections; management and efficiency of federal programs; national security
staffing; the District of Columbia; and other issues. Interns will attend hearings and briefings,
conduct research, track news articles related to the Subcommittee’s work, draft memoranda, and
provide administrative support. Interns will have the opportunity to learn Senate procedure,
including the committee process. Successful applicants must write well, be reliable, have the
ability to multi-task, and have strong interpersonal skills. Background or interest in labor law,
government management, or other topics related to the Subcommittee’s work is preferred.
Although internships are unpaid, college/graduate school credit can be arranged if your
institution allows or requires. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and short
writing sample (less than 5 pages) to OGMintern@gmail.com.

071303 HEALTH LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT – Democratic Senator on the Health, Education,
Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee seeks a senior Legislative Assistant to handle health,
aging, and Social Security. Applicants should have direct expertise in current health care issues
including health reform, Medicare, Medicaid, SCHIP, mental health, prescription drugs,
children’s health, and appropriations. At least three years of Hill experience is required and
experience working on or with the Senate or House Health Committees and/or with the Labor,
Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Subcommittee is strongly preferred
as are Rhode Island ties. 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. The Legislative Assistant will be expected to
handle relevant committee work and related constituent matters. Please e-mail cover letter and
resume to senateposition@gmail.com. No phone calls please.

071304 FALL INTERNS – Senator Jeff Merkley of Oregon seeks full and part-time interns for his
Washington, D.C. office. Interns will be paired with legislative staff or press based on their
interests and experience. In addition to researching legislative issues, interns will also have the
opportunity to attend hearings, prepare memos, and draft correspondence. Interns are expected to
assist with constituent services and administrative duties. Preference will be given to applicants
from Oregon. All internships are unpaid. If your institution allows or requires college credit, that
can be arranged. To apply, please submit a resume, a cover letter, a short essay describing
what you hope to gain from this internship, a letter of recommendation and two additional
references by email to DC_intern@merkley.senate.gov. Please direct questions to the
Intern Coordinator at (202) 224 3997.

071001 SENATE INVESTIGATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE UNPAID FALL INTERNSHIP – The
Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI), of the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs, is looking for undergraduate and law students to work closely with the
Subcommittee’s Democratic staff on investigative and legislative issues, cover Congressional
hearings and briefings, and assist in office administration beginning in September. Requires
ability to operate in fast-paced environment with minimal supervision, excellent research skills,
and willingness to perform clerical and telephone duties. Minimum of 20 hours per week; full
time given preference. Please e-mail a brief cover letter, including the time commitment you
are able to make, a resume, and an unofficial transcript to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov.

070901 LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT – Democratic Senator seeks Legislative Correspondent
to answer constituent mail in a variety of issue areas. The successful candidate will possess
excellent writing skills, firm command of grammar and usage, the ability to conduct research and
assist in hearing preparations in a fast-paced environment, and be eager to work as part of a
legislative team. Hill experience strongly preferred. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to:
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
070902 FALL INTERNS – A western Republican Senator is seeking college students and recent college
graduates for full and part-time internships this fall term. Responsibilities to include front office
support, mailroom duty, assisting leg staff with research, administrative tasks, and assisting with
special projects. Applicants must be proactive, hard-working, and have the ability to
communicate well. No phone calls please. Please e-mail (as separate attachments) cover
letter, resume, and one letter of recommendation to intern_coordinator@ensign.senate.gov,
or fax to (202) 228-1699, indicating ’09 Fall Internship in the subject line.

070903 SCHEDULER – Senior Democratic Senator seeks highly motivated and organized individual to
oversee DC and state scheduling duties. Applicant will be responsible for preparing daily,
weekly and long-term schedules, arranging travel itineraries, coordinating arrival and departure
of Senator’s meeting participants, and interacting with the Senator on all aspects of the workday.
Individual will work in tandem with the Senator’s Executive Assistant and Deputy Scheduler in a
very fast-paced environment. Candidates will need to be very hard working, detail-oriented and
able to maintain discretion. Previous scheduling experience preferred. Pay commensurate with
experience. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to dcscheduler@yahoo.com.
070802 PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND BUDGETING SPECIALIST – Senate
Committee (Majority) seeks an expert in performance-based management and budgeting to assist
it in conducting oversight and assessing government-wide performance. Relevant experience
may include work in the private sector or with state and local governments, although knowledge
of the federal budget is a plus. The candidate must be able to conduct complex and cross-cutting
research and analysis and present the results of such work in a clear, precise, and persuasive
manner. Thoroughness and careful attention to detail, and strong oral and written
communication skills, is a must. In addition, the candidate should be able to manage multiple
tasks and projects, think creatively, and exercise sound discretion and judgment. Please send
resumes to Senate_Employment@saa.senate.gov or fax to 202 228-2007.

070803 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.

070804 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.

070805 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.

070701 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT—Democratic Member on Senate Foreign Relations Committee
seeks an experienced Legislative Assistant/PRM to handle a host of issues, including but not
limited to, foreign relations, defense, intelligence, and homeland security. Individual will be
responsible for: staffing the Senator’s active work on the Committee, including the Senator’s
Chairmanship of the Subcommittee on Near Eastern and South and Central Asian Affairs;
monitoring pending legislation in assigned issue areas; drafting amendments and bills; meeting
with constituents and preparing briefing materials for the Senator. Hill experience desired;
experience working with the Senate Foreign Relations Committee preferred. This is not an
entry-level position. Qualified candidates will also have strong writing, analytical, negotiation,
and organizational skills, as well as the ability to operate effectively under pressure while
juggling multiple tasks. All applicants should be eligible to hold a Top Secret security
clearance. Pennsylvania ties a plus. Interested applicants should e-mail a resume, cover
letter and two short writing samples to open_positions@casey.senate.gov with the subject
“Legislative Assistant.” Incomplete applications will not be considered. Absolutely no
calls or drop-bys please. This office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national
origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation.

070201 FALL LAW CLERKS – Senior Democratic Senator is seeking candidates for unpaid, full- or
part-time fall law clerkships in Senate Judiciary office. Judiciary staff advises the Senator in
areas related to terrorism, criminal and civil law, civil rights, privacy, intellectual property, and
immigration, as well as judicial nominations. Law clerks assist staff with legislative and
oversight responsibilities and engage in a range of activities, including, but not limited to,
attending hearings, conducting legal research, and drafting briefing memos for the Senator.
Some general office support is also required. Clerkship is for law students only. Ideal candidates
are 2L or 3L law students interested in government and public interest law, learning about the
legislative process, have excellent writing and research skills, and the ability to work
independently as well as part of a team. Strong written and oral communication skills and a
good sense of humor are musts. Please e-mail resume, cover letter including availability, and
a short legal writing sample for consideration to jud.law.clerk@gmail.com.

070203 PART-TIME HAIR STYLIST – US Senate seeks a Part-time Hair Stylist for full service salon.
Candidate must be experienced in styling, coloring, & cutting techniques for women, men & all
textures & lengths of hair. Barber or cosmetology license required & 3-5 years exp desired.
Salary: $8,944 base plus 45% commission. 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 HS. DEADLINE:7/20/09.

063001 APPROPRIATIONS DIRECTOR – Democrat seeks staffer to oversee appropriations and
special projects. Prior Hill and appropriations experience required. Qualified candidates must
possess strong knowledge of appropriations process. Salary commensurate with experience.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job
referral number in the subject line.
063002 FALL INTERNS – US Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship (Republican
office) is seeking college students and recent college graduates for unpaid, part-time internships
for the fall 2009 term. Responsibilities to include supporting staff with legislative research,
drafting correspondence, administrative duties, assisting with hearings and briefings, compiling
daily press clips and assisting with special projects. The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced
environment is also appreciated. Applicants should have strong written and verbal skills as well
as an interest or background in business and economic development. No phone calls please.
Please e-mail (as separate attachments) cover letter, resume and writing sample to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

062901 SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR – Democratic Senator seeks a Systems Administrator to
oversee computer systems in D.C. and State offices. Major responsibilities include determining
hardware, software and system functionality; maintaining and troubleshooting hardware and
software problems related to the computer network, desktop units, and other office equipment
such as blackberries, printers, video cameras; processing constituent mail; and maintaining
constituent mail database. Ability to troubleshoot (network, hardware, and software), plus
knowledge of Internet Quorum, Microsoft Office 2007, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows
server 2003, and SharePoint 2007 server software strongly recommended. Qualified candidates
should be well-organized, able to balance multiple-tasks, maintain composure under pressure,
dependable and flexible. Applicants must also demonstrate a strong aptitude for training staff on
computer applications, and have strong oral and written communication skills. Salary is
commensurate with experience. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to
ussenatejobs@gmail.com.

062601 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT – Republican Senator seeks an experienced Legislative Assistant
to handle a host of issues including, but not limited to, banking, Social Security, budget, taxes,
economic development, small business, and pensions. Individual will be responsible for
monitoring pending legislation in their assigned issue areas, drafting amendments and bills,
meeting with constituents and preparing briefing materials for the Senator. Knowledge of Senate
floor procedures and Hill experience required. Qualified applicants must have excellent oral and
written communication skills, as well as an ability to function effectively in a fast-paced
environment. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov
indicating job referral number in the subject line.

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.

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
to senate_job@yahoo.com.

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.

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
to demdeputypress@gmail.com.

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.

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.
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
sencommdir2009@gmail.com.

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.

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
sbc.chiefecon@gmail.com.

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.

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. If
interested, please submit a resume, references, and two writing samples to:
JOBS@jec.senate.gov. The Joint Economic Committee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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