Senate Employment Bulletin for August 3, 2009

080601 LEGISLATIVE INTERNSHIPS – Senator Schumer’s Washington, D.C. office seeks full-time,
unpaid interns for the fall semester (August/September through December). Part-time interns will
also be considered but candidates with full-time availability will be given preference.
Responsibilities include a range of legislative and administrative work, including answering
phones, managing incoming and outgoing mail, attending hearings and briefings, and writing
research memos for LCs and LAs. Applicants must work well under pressure, have excellent
written and oral communications skills, and a strong work-ethic. Preference will be given to New
Yorkers or those with New York ties. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to
SchumerLegIntern@gmail.com.

080602 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT—Senator Casey seeks an experienced Legislative Assistant to
handle a host of issues, including but not limited to, agriculture, energy and environment.
Individual will be responsible for: staffing the Senator’s active work on the Agriculture,
Nutrition and Forestry Committee, including the Senator’s Chairmanship of the Subcommittee
on Production, Income Protection and Price Support; monitoring pending legislation in assigned
issue areas; drafting amendments and bills; meeting with constituents and preparing briefing
materials for the Senator. Hill experience strongly preferred; Pennsylvania ties a plus. 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. Interested applicants should e-mail a resume, cover letter and two
*short* writing samples to open_positions@casey.senate.gov with the subject “Ag LA.”
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.

080501 STAFF ASSISTANT/MAIL MANAGER – Republican Senator’s office is in the market for a
Staff Assistant/Mail Manager. Responsibilities include mail management and data entry,
telephone support, and front office duties. Excellent writing skills are required. Candidates
should e-mail a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
080502 EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT – Republican Senator’s office is seeking an Executive Assistant to
assist with scheduling duties and administrative support, including routine computer
maintenance. The individual selected for the position will also have opportunities to assist with
press and legislative correspondence. Excellent writing and organizational skills, as well as a
minimum of one year of prior professional experience, are required (Capitol Hill experience
preferred). Candidates should e-mail a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
080401 HEALTH LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT – Western Democratic Senator on the Finance
Committee seeks a senior Legislative Assistant to handle health, aging, and education issues.
Applicants should have direct expertise in current health care issues including health reform,
Medicare, Medicaid, SCHIP, mental health, prescription drugs, and children’s health. At least
three years of Hill experience is required and experience with relevant Congressional health
committees is a must. Experience with education policy and related Congressional committees is
strongly preferred. 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 RainierLA@gmail.com.

080301 PRESS INTERN – Senator Rockefeller’s press office is currently seeking a full-time press
intern for the fall semester (starting in early September). Part-time interns will also be considered
but candidates with full-time availability will be given preference. Responsibilities include
compiling press clips, conducting research and assisting the press office with day-to-day
operations. Applicants must work well under pressure; have excellent written and oral
communications skills; and, have a desire to learn. Previous experience in politics and press are
not required but candidates should have a strong interest in communications. This is an unpaid
position, but college credit may be earned subject to the individual’s school requirements. If
interested, please send cover letter, resume, and writing samples to
press@rockefeller.senate.gov by September 4, 2009.

080302 SENIOR ENERGY ANALYST – Chairman of Senate Committee seeks Senior Budget Analyst
to handle energy and environment issues. Applicants should be highly motivated and must
possess strong quantitative and analytic skills, and the ability to meet tight deadline, excellent
written and oral communications skills and initiative. Budget experience at the federal, state or
local levels, and a background in energy and environment as well as policy expertise is ideal.
Congressional experience also a plus. Send resume and writing sample to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov or 202-228-2007.

080303 CORRESPONDENCE ASSISTANT – Democratic Senator has an immediate opening for a
Correspondence Assistant in the mailroom of Washington, DC office. Individual will be
responsible for managing large constituent electronic mail operation, archiving office documents,
maintaining office storage facilities, and assisting the Mailroom Director with other projects as
needed. Applicants must possess strong communication and technical skills, and the ability to
work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Northeast ties and knowledge of
InterTrac Constituent Management System a plus. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to
senatejobs@gmail.com with ATTN: Correspondence Assistant in the subject line.

080304 INTERNS – The Democratic Staff of the Senate Small Business & Entrepreneurship Committee
is currently seeking interns for fall semester (starting in mid August) Responsibilities include a
range of administrative and legislative work, including answering phones, attending hearings and
briefings, performing research, and helping staff members when needed. This is a stipend
internship. Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter and resume to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

073101 DEPUTY PRESS SECRETARY – Midwest Democratic Senator seeks Deputy Press Secretary
for fast-paced communications office. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparing daily
clips, drafting press releases and talking points, assisting with media events, tracking media
coverage, maintaining the office’s archiving process, and performing general press office
support. Candidates must be able to work quickly, accurately and creatively in an active
environment, under tight deadlines. Candidates must also possess excellent writing and editing
skills and a team mentality. Prior Hill or campaign press experience is a plus. Please email cover
letter, resume, and two writing samples to: demsenatepress@gmail.com.

073102 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT – Northeast Democratic Senator seeks a Legislative Assistant to
cover defense, veterans, foreign affairs, trade and homeland security issues. The Senator serves
on the Appropriations subcommittees on foreign operations and homeland security. Previous
Capitol Hill experience strongly preferred. The candidate must be able to initiate and implement
multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced office atmosphere, and have strong
communication and writing skills. Please send cover letter and resume to
Senate_job@yahoo.com. No phone calls please.

073103 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.

073001 INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY – Junior Democratic Senator seeks applications for full-time
internship positions in the Washington, DC personal office. Duties will include, but are not
limited to the following: archiving office files, transcribing press mentions, conducting research,
drafting memos, data management, assisting with mailing projects, sorting mail, distributing
newspapers, and corresponding with constituents via telephone, mail and facsimile. A strong
applicant will have solid written and oral communication skills, a high propensity for academic
achievement, and the ability to work diligently and upon instruction in a fast-paced work
environment. Applicants should be available for a minimum of 4 weeks beginning immediately
and preference will be given to those able to devote a substantial amount of hours during the 5-
day work week (excepting federal holidays). Those in externship programs are especially
encouraged to apply. This is an unpaid internship, but it is a fantastic opportunity for individuals
who are interested in pursuing careers related to public policy on or off Capitol Hill. Please
email your cover letter, resume, and one 2 to 3 page writing sample to
ssfw.internsearch@gmail.com. Applicants must note not only a date range but days of
availability in their cover letters. If one is available to intern beyond the fall, note this as
well.

073002 STAFF ASSISTANT – Democratic Senator seeks a personable, dependable and professional
Staff Assistant for a front office/ mailroom position. Applicants must be able to work well in a
team environment and should have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Responsibilities include greeting visitors, answering multi-line phones, responding to constituent
requests for various tours, supervising interns, sorting incoming mail and data entry. A Montana
connection is required. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

072901 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT – Democratic Senator seeks Legislative Assistant to handle
transportation, infrastructure, homeland security and labor issues. Applicants should have
experience with the appropriations process, particularly with respect to transportation. Qualified
candidates will have experience and familiarity with transportation policies, regulations and
funding mechanisms. Experience working on a surface transportation authorization bill is a
plus. Successful applicants must be clear and concise writers and possess the ability to analyze
legislative policies independently in a fast-paced environment. 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.
072902 PRESS INTERN – Democratic Senator seeking enthusiastic, professional college student or
recent college grad with interest in politics and media for unpaid internship for fall semester.
Work would include compiling press clips, media monitoring, writing press releases and
supporting the daily running of the press office. Pennsylvania ties are strongly preferred. To
apply, please email cover letter and resume to press_office@casey.senate.gov no later than
COB on August 7, 2009.

072801 STAFF ASSISTANT – Busy Senate Committee (Majority staff) is seeking an experienced
individual to act as a Staff Assistant in the Committee’s main office. Applicants should be selfstarters,
organized, detail –oriented and have excellent communication skills. Responsibilities
include, but are not limited to: screening incoming calls; making appropriate referrals to full
committee and subcommittee staff; preparing for committee hearings, executive sessions and
official meetings; and monitoring audio/video DVD requests for organizations and/or
individuals. Hill experience preferred, but not required. Please email a cover letter, resume
and brief writing sample to jobs_commerce@commerce.senate.gov indicating job referral
number 254 in the subject line.

072802 STAFF ASSISTANT – The Majority office of the Senate Commerce Committee is seeking a
Staff Assistant to jointly serve the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Product Safety and
Insurance and the Subcommittee on Competitiveness, Innovation and Export Promotion. The
Staff Assistant will work closely with the Committee Counsels and Member offices on a wide
variety of issues based on the oversight of the Federal Trade Commission, the Consumer Product
Safety Commission, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Department of
Commerce, and the United States Olympic Committee. The staff is relatively small and
therefore, daily responsibilities are both diverse and dynamic. Specific responsibilities may
include: answering phones; preparation of background documents and final transcripts for
Committee hearings and executive sessions (mark-ups); attending briefings, hearings, and
meetings; reviewing and analyzing legislation within the Committee’s jurisdiction; tracking
related legislation in the Senate and House of Representatives; researching topics of interest to
Committee members; preparing memos and statements; and responding to constituent and other
information requests. Hill experience is preferred, but not required. Candidates should email
their cover letters, resumes and brief writing samples to JOBS@commerce.senate.gov, with
the subject line “Job Referral Number 428 Consumer.”

072701 INCOME SECURITY BUDGET ANALYST – Chairman of Senate Committee seeks Budget
Analyst to handle a variety of budget issues related to income security and unemployment.
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 strongly preferred. Health care
and Congressional experience a plus. Send resume and writing sample to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov or FAX to 202-228-2007.

072702 INTERNS – Senator Gillibrand’s Washington, D.C. office seeks full and part-time, unpaid
interns for the fall semester (August/September through December). Responsibilities include a
range of administrative and legislative work, including answering phones, managing incoming
and outgoing mail, attending hearings and briefings, and performing research. Preference will be
given to New York residents or those attending college in New York. Application materials may
be found on the Senator’s website, http://gillibrand.senate.gov/services/internships/. Applicants
may fax (202-228-0282) or email (Gillibrand_internship@gillibrand.senate.gov) completed
applications to the office. Only completed applications will be considered. Please direct
questions to the Intern Coordinator at 202-224-4451.

072401 SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR – Republican Senator is looking for an experienced Systems
Administrator to oversee computer systems in D.C. and state offices. Major responsibilities
include administration and maintenance of LAN and Correspondence Management System.
Ability to do computer troubleshooting (network, hardware and software) plus knowledge of
BlackBerry, Windows XP and Vista, Internet Quorum, Server 2003, Corel WordPerfect, and MS
Office 2007. Additional responsibilities include Website maintenance. Applicants must also
possess a strong aptitude for training on computer applications. The ideal candidate should be
well-organized, able to multi-task, maintain composure under pressure, and be dependable and
flexible. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov
indicating job referral number in the subject line.

072402 PRESS INTERN – Midwestern Democratic Senator is currently seeking a Press Intern for Fall
semester (starting in August or early September). The Press Intern assists members of the press
staff with a variety of tasks including monitoring press coverage, researching issues, drafting
press materials, compiling press lists, and carrying out administrative tasks. This is an unpaid
position, but college credit may be earned subject to the individual’s school requirements. Those
with Midwestern ties are strongly encouraged to apply. Please send your resume, cover letter,
writing sample and references to midwestdempress@gmail.com.

072201 DEPUTY SCHEDULER – Democratic Senator seeking proactive, resourceful, detail-oriented
person with strong writing skills to fill Deputy Scheduler position. The DS works closely with
the Executive Scheduler as well as legislative, press and state staff members. DS will assist in
maintaining the Senator’s daily and long-range schedules, including organizing and investigating
invitations and requests for the Senator, developing prioritized recommendations with staff input,
and following up with timely RSVPs or regrets. DS also assists in collecting, organizing, and
delivering Senator’s daily briefing materials, as well as coordinating Senator’s incoming and
outgoing phone calls. DS also prepares, edits, and tracks Senator’s outgoing written
correspondence. DS will coordinate and execute special events and projects for the Senator. Ideal
candidate will have minimum of 1 year experience in an administrative or other similar role,
preferably on Capitol Hill. Candidates must also have excellent writing skills, discretion, and the
ability to think and react quickly to challenging situations. Flexible work hours required when
Senate is in session. Ability to occasionally drive Senator to local events in DC a requirement.
Please send resumes to senatedemds@ gmail.com.

072202 STAFF ASSISTANT- Democratic Senator seeks a personable, dependable and professional
Staff Assistant for a very busy front office. Duties include, but are not limited to: answering
phones, greeting visitors, providing clerical support to mail operation, responding to inquiries
from constituents visiting DC, and tallying views and opinions of constituents daily. Applicants
must be able to handle a fast paced working environment, have excellent interpersonal skills, be
able to work well in a team environment, and have excellent oral communications skills. Please
e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job
referral number in the subject line.

072003 FALL PRESS INTERNS –Senator Charles E. Schumer’s press office seeks full-time, unpaid
fall interns in Washington, DC (from August/September through December). Part-Time interns
will also be considered but candidates with full-time availability will be given preference.
Responsibilities include compiling press clips, answering reporter inquiries, organizing press
conferences, writing press releases and memos, conducting research and assisting the
Communications Director with day-to-day operations of a very active press office. Applicants
must work well under pressure, have excellent written and oral communications skills and a
desire to learn. Previous experience in politics and press are not required but candidates should
have a general understanding of governmental process, knowledge of the Northeast, and interest
in communications. If interested, please send Cover letter, Resume and References via email
to SchumerPressInternship@gmail.com or fax to (202) 228-1218.

072004 INTERNS – Senator Kennedy’s Health Policy Office for the Health, Education, Labor and
Pensions Committee seeks college students or recent college graduates for unpaid full or parttime
internships starting in August or September 2009. Responsibilities include a range of
administrative and legislative work including writing letters and memos, attending hearings and
briefings, performing short-term and long-term research, answering phone calls, and managing
incoming and outgoing mail. Through this opportunity, you will gain valuable Hill experience
and insight into legislative procedure in an office that handles a wide range of health issues.
Applicants should have a highly professional demeanor, strong written and verbal skills, and the
ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. In addition, a demonstrated interest in health
policy is strongly recommended. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to
helphealthintern@gmail.com.

072005 ECONOMISTS – The Democratic Staff of the Joint Economic Committee of the U.S. Congress
seeks a staff economist with a serious interest in macroeconomics and money and banking.
Candidates must have an interest in public policy. 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 finance, or commensurate
work experience, is required. Successful candidates will have strong communication skills.
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

071601 PRESS INTERN – The Democratic Staff of the Senate Finance Committee is currently seeking
a Press Intern for fall semester (starting in August or early September). The Press Intern assists
members of the press staff with a variety of tasks including monitoring press coverage of
Chairman Baucus and topics under Finance Committee jurisdiction, drafting press releases and
other press materials, attending Committee hearings, organizing press conferences and other
press events, researching various topics and media outlets, and completing administrative tasks.
The Committee’s internships for undergrads are unpaid, but depending on individual school
requirements, may be completed for college credit. Those with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
receive a stipend. Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, writing sample
(3-5 pages), and references to finance.majority@yahoo.com.

071602 INTERNS – The Democratic Staff of the Senate Finance Committee is currently seeking interns
for fall semester (starting in August or early September). Positions are available in health, tax,
trade, and economic development areas. Interns conduct in-depth research, attend meetings and
briefings on and off the Hill, and provide critical support to Senate Staff as they make legislative
recommendations to Senator Baucus and other Senators on the Finance Committee. The
Committee’s internships for undergrads are unpaid, but depending on individual school
requirements, may be completed for college credit. Those with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
receive a stipend. Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, writing sample
(3-5 pages), and references to finance.majority@yahoo.com.

071603 STAFF ASSISTANT – Democratic Senator seeks a personable, dependable, and professional
Staff Assistant for front office/reception duties. Applicants must have exceptional interpersonal
skills, oral, written, communication skills, and be able to multi-task in a high stress environment.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, answering multi-line phones, greeting visitors,
handling White House tour and flag requests from constituents, and front office organization.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job
referral number in the subject line.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.