Wednesday, February 9, 2011

US Senate Employment Bulletin -- February 7th, 2011

211272



STAFF ASSISTANT -

Southern Republican looking for a front office Staff Assistant with strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, answering phones, greeting visitors, and other front office duties. Texas ties and previous Hill experience preferred. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line





211271



LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT -

Moderate Democratic Senator on the Energy Committee looking for a highly qualified Legislative Correspondent to focus on coal and natural gas. Candidates must have outstanding writing and research skills, two years of full time Capitol Hill experience or professional experience in the issues of responsibility.Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.





211270



TRANSPORTATION LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -

Senator Lautenberg is looking for a Transportation LA. The portfolio covers every mode and aspect of transportation, and includes significant committee work. Transportation policy experience required and Capitol Hill experience preferred. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.





211269



IMMIGRATION COUNSEL -

Senior Democratic member of the Judiciary Committee seeks a Counsel to handle immigration and other issues as assigned. SIGNIFICANT IMMIGRATION EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. JD required. Significant Hill/political experience strongly preferred. Must be a team player, a strong writer, and able to work under time pressure in a fast-paced environment, while still maintaining a positive attitude. This is not an entry-level position-- please no recent graduates. Please e-mail resume to jud.dem.senate@gmail.com.





211268



PRESS SECRETARY -

Western Democratic Senator seeks experienced, dynamic communications professional to serve as Press Secretary. The ideal applicant will be an excellent writer and editor with a strong track record of building relationships with print and broadcast media, experience in implementing new media strategies, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Duties will include working with reporters, editors and producers; drafting and editing news releases, speeches and op-eds; and developing new media content. On-record experience required and Hill experience preferred. The position reports to the Communications Director in Washington, D.C. For consideration, send cover letter, resume and writing samples to demcomsdirector@gmail.com





211265



LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -

Republican Senator Bob Corker is seeking an experienced staff member to handle Energy and Natural Resources Committee issues. Applicants must have at least three years experience in energy policy and must have a substantial understanding of energy markets, climate change legislation, electricity, and renewable energy issues. Substantial understanding of energy policy is a strong prerequisite for consideration. Please email cover letter and resume to jobs@corker.senate.gov. Deadline is 2/11. No calls please.





211264



SCHEDULER FOR SENATOR -

Senior Western Democrat seeks proactive, experienced, and energetic Scheduler for a fast-paced, team-oriented Washington, DC office. At least one year scheduling experience is necessary, Congressional scheduling experience preferred. Job responsibilities include managing all incoming invitations to DC office and working with Legislative, Press, and Executive Assistant to determine priorities for the Senator's time. We need a highly-qualified individual who will be responsible for travel arrangements, invitation follow-ups, organization of daily briefing materials for the Senator, schedule maintenance, and other similar duties. Scheduler also works on some special projects when needed and aides in support to the Executive Assistant with personal items. Qualified candidates must be detail-oriented, have excellent communication and organizational skills, and an ability to perform under pressure. Additionally, candidates must be willing to work hours as needed by the office and the Senator. Most importantly, a natural maturity and understanding of confidentiality and discretion are essential. Independent, self starter, and resourceful are all words to describe the successful candidate. Applicants must have strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Please send cover letter and resume to westerndemocraticdcscheduler@gmail.com.





211263



COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR -

Senior Western Democratic Senator is seeking a Communications Director to run a very busy 4-person press shop. The successful candidate will be an experienced spokesperson with at least three years of on-the-record experience; an accomplished writer of speeches, statements, press releases and published op-eds with an expansive body of highly polished work and the ability to ace a timed writing test; a strong manager with the ability to organize, motivate and oversee a team of talented individuals; a strategic thinker who is never at a loss for words or ideas in tough situations with tight deadlines. Please do not apply if you do not meet each of the requirements above. To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, references and eight writing samples to us_senate_job@yahoo.com





211260



LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT/COUNSEL -

Senator Lieberman’s office is looking for a lawyer to handle the following issues - the economy, taxes, the federal budget, and trade. Candidates must have at least 3 years of professional experience in any or all of the relevant issues , excellent research and writing skills and the ability to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines. Capitol Hill experience – especially Senate experience - strongly preferred. Please send resume and cover letter to Administrative_Director@Lieberman.senate.gov.





211252



ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN -

Senate Democratic Office seeks Administrative Intern to assist in operating office telephones, greeting office visitors, processing communication, aiding with office research, and creating and maintaining excel databases. Applicant should have strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Applicant must be able to start as soon as possible, and should be available to continue through May. This position is unpaid. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.





211249



PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER -

Republican Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee seeks a professional staff member to work on health issues, with a focus on programs and agencies authorized by the Public Health Service Act. Responsibilities include legislative analysis, staffing the Ranking Member in hearings and mark-ups, and working with advocates and stakeholders. Strong oral and written communication skills, enthusiasm, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team are required. A successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree with preference given to those with graduate level course work and prior Capitol Hill or Administration experience. Preference will also be given to those candidates with experience working on issues relating to public health programs, domestic and international HIV/AIDS programs, the National Institutes of Health, and the Centers for Disease Control. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.





211248



PRESS SECRETARY -

Republican Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee seeks a creative professional to lead the Committee’s communication office. Individual should possess significant Capitol Hill media/communications experience. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.





211247



HEALTH POLICY ADVISOR -

HELP Committee Dem, active on health care issues, seeks Health Policy Advisor. Ideal candidates will have three years experience as a Legislative Assistant on Capitol Hill, ideally in Senate. We’re looking for a knowledgeable, creative, team-oriented individual with top-flight writing and organizational skills. Work product is put to good use here - this is a very active office with very high standards and very low turnover. Equal opportunity employer. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.





211245



STAFF ASSISTANT -

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand seeks a personable, dependable, patient, and professional Staff Assistant for front office/reception and office management duties in her New York City office. Applicants must be self-motivated team players; able to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality; have strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills; and be proficient working on the computer. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, answering multi-line phones, greeting visitors, coordinating the internship program, ordering office supplies, distributing mail, and other office management duties. Past or current residency in New York preferred. Salary commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits. Senator Gillibrand’s office is an equal opportunity employer. Please send cover letter, resume and references to employment@gillibrand.senate.gov.





211241



SENIOR HEALTH AND EDUCATION STAFFER -

Senior Democratic office seeking senior health staffer to handle portfolio which includes Food and Drug issues, Affordable Care Act Implementation, Medicare and Medicaid. Experience with children’s issues also preferred. Responsibilities include developing policy, drafting legislation, staffing senior senator, managing staff, developing and preparing for hearings, draft memos, statements and speeches. Interested applicants must be team players, strong writers, work well under pressure, have the ability to multi-task and work well in a very fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Candidates with an advanced degree, minimum 10 years experience, and prior Capitol Hill experience are strongly preferred. This is not an entry level position. Please submit resume, cover letter and writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.





211240



LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOR -

Moderate Democratic Senator seeks a Legislative Director. Responsibilities will include managing an active staff of Legislative Assistants and Legislative Correspondents, developing and implementing legislative strategy, mentoring staff, and reviewing legislative output for substance and style. Also responsible for small legislative portfolio. Previous experience as a Senate Legislative Director is strongly preferred. Senate legislative experience as a Senior LA, Senior Policy Advisor, Counsel or similar position is required. Strong writing, management and analytical skills are a must. Issue expertise in tax, budget, entitlements and energy is also a plus. Successful candidate will be an aggressive, politically savvy leader with an ability to function 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.





211239



LEGAL CLERKSHIP -

Senator Schumer seeks law clerks for his Judiciary Committee staff for the summer of 2011. Current law students are welcome to apply for these unpaid positions. Law clerks typically conduct research and assist in drafting legislation related to topics under the Judiciary Committee’s jurisdiction, including but not limited to immigration policy, oversight of the Department of Justice and the administration of the courts (including nominations), antitrust and consumer protection, crime and the criminal justice system, and national security. Past law clerks have prepared for Supreme Court confirmation hearings, drafted questions for Committee and Subcommittee hearings, and researched a wide variety of policy issues to develop into legislation. Law clerks work closely with Senator Schumer’s Chief Counsel and other Judiciary Committee Counsels. Strong research and writing skills required. To apply, send a cover letter and résumé (as a .pdf) to Marco De León of the Senator’s staff at schumer.law.clerk@gmail.com.





211238



INTERN -

Senate Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs Subcommittee on Contracting Oversight (Democratic staff) seeks intern to help with ongoing investigation. Qualified candidates must possess knowledge of Excel, including familiarity with formulas and with the design and organization of large datasets. Prior experience with the contracting process is a plus. Applicant must be able to start immediately. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.





211236



PRESS ASSISTANT -

Senior Democratic Senator in leadership from a Western state seeks highly motivated Press Assistant to work in the state office and assist aggressive DC-based press operation. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in press and possess exceptional writing skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Degree in journalism, political science, communications/PR is preferred, but not required. The candidate will be responsible for writing press releases, advancing press events, media tracking and other press related duties. To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and two brief writing samples with the words “Press Assistant Position” in the subject line to westerndemsenator@gmail.com





211232



SENIOR HEALTH POLICY ADVISOR -

The Majority Health Policy Office of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee is seeking a senior health policy advisor. The portfolio for this position focuses FDA issues, including the reauthorization of the user fee programs for drugs and medical devices; animal drug issues; antibiotic resistance; lab issues; personalized medicine; 340b; and implementation of the quality title and comparative effectiveness research provisions of the Affordable Care Act. Candidates with a strong knowledge of the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include negotiating and drafting legislation, conducting oversight of the implementation of the health reform law, researching and developing policy, working with advocates, industry and constituents, preparing for hearings, drafting memos, speeches, and talking points. Interested applicants must be strong writers and independent self-starters who are able to multi-task and work well in a very fast-paced environment. Candidates with an advanced degree and prior Capitol Hill experience are strongly preferred. To apply, please e-mail cover letter, resume and references to majorityhelphealthsnrjob@gmail.com.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.





211231



INTERNS -

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand seeks highly motivated individuals for full and part-time unpaid internship in her Washington, D.C. office for the Spring 2011 semester. Students and recent college graduates from New York State are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to work a minimum of 15 hours per week between the hours of 9 AM and 6 PM. Applications must be emailed to Gillibrand_Internship@gillibrand.senate.gov. The application can be found on Senator Gillibrand's website at http://gillibrand.senate.gov/.





211224



PRESS INTERN -

Northeast Democratic Senator seeks an unpaid press intern for the spring semester (February-May) Responsibilities will include answering the press line, compiling press clips, updating the website, conducting research and assisting the communications team with day-to-day operations. Applicants must be self-motivated and have excellent writing, research and organizational skills. If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references via email to DemocratPressIntern@gmail.com





211219



HEALTH POLICY ADVISOR -

Senior Democrat, prominent in health care issues, seeks highly skilled health policy player for active personal office. Successful candidate must be able to generate ideas – large and small – and possess strong writing, organizational and interpersonal skills. Previous Hill experience preferred, but not required. Salary commensurate with experience. Equal opportunity employer. Please email resume to: hpaposition@gmail.com.





211202



LEGISLATIVE INTERNSHIPS -

Senior North East Democratic Senator seeks full-time, unpaid interns for the spring semester (January through early May) in the Washington, DC office. 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 those with North East ties. To apply, please fax a cover letter and resume, to 202-228-0525. Please do not call regarding the status of your application.





211200



LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -

Senior Democratic Senator is seeking Legislative Assistant to work on economic issues – including budget, tax, small business and pensions – as well as technology issues. Understanding of economics, and ability to clearly communicate on economic issues is essential. Position would involve advising Senator on economic issues and assisting in development of economic development and deficit reduction initiatives. Position also involves working with businesses and sectors in the state; especially those that interact with federal agencies. Applicant should be creative, self-motivated and flexible. Must work well in fast paced office. Position requires strong writing and analytical abilities. Previous experience necessary – previous Hill experience preferred. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.





211200



Legislative Assistant -



Senior Democratic Senator is seeking Legislative Assistant to work on economic issues – including budget, tax, small business and pensions – as well as technology issues. Understanding of economics, and ability to clearly communicate on economic issues is essential. Position would involve advising Senator on economic issues and assisting in development of economic development and deficit reduction initiatives. Position also involves working with businesses and sectors in the state; especially those that interact with federal agencies. Applicant should be creative, self-motivated and flexible. Must work well in fast paced office. Position requires strong writing and analytical abilities. Previous experience necessary – previous Hill experience preferred. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.







211198



PRESS SECRETARY -

Moderate Democratic Senator is seeking a Press Secretary with sound political judgment, ability to multitask, and strong writing background. Responsibilities may include writing press releases and talking points, booking interviews and pitching stories, writing newspaper columns and newsletters, expanding new media outreach, organizing press events, and serving as an on-the-record spokesperson for in-state media. Preferred candidates should have knowledge of Congressional legislative process, proficiency with new media, ability to identify press opportunities, and at least three years of political communications experience. This position reports to the Communications Director. Please send cover letter, resume, two one-page writing samples and references to senatepressposition@gmail.com with “PRESS SECRETARY” in the subject.





211191



PRESS SECRETARY/SPEECHWRITER -

Moderate Midwestern Democratic Senator seeks Press Secretary. The ideal applicant will have strong speechwriting and writing skills, several years of Capitol Hill experience, knowledge of the Midwest and the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines in fast-paced office. Duties include writing speeches, press releases, talking points and advisories; overseeing weekly conference calls with state media; overseeing daily clips; some website maintenance; updating and maintaining press files; staffing press events; training and managing interns, and other related duties. Successful candidate will have the ability to conduct independent research, work well under pressure and have experience in media relations as well as have some on-the-record experience. This position reports to the Communications Director in Washington and works with press staff in the state. Please submit cover letter, resume and 4 writing samples. Email: dempressposition@gmail.com





211190



SCHEDULING INTERNS -

Senator Kirsten E. Gillibrand’s Washington DC office seeks highly-motivated and dedicated individuals to serve as scheduling interns for winter and spring 2010. The scheduling intern works directly with the Senator’s scheduling team and senior staff to manage all event, meeting, and speaking requests submitted to our office. The ideal candidate will have an interest in government and public service, as well as an efficient work ethic, strict attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Candidates for the winter term should be able to begin interning immediately; candidates for the spring term should be able to begin interning in January. Please submit resume, references, and cover letter to schedulingintern@gillibrand.senate.gov. This internship is unpaid and open to all students currently enrolled in or recently graduated from high schools, colleges, or universities.





211189



INTERNS -

Western Republican Senator has openings for unpaid interns for full or part-time internships in his Washington, D. C. office for the Spring Session, January through May, 2011. The internships will entail helping staff with researching legislative issues, drafting correspondence, providing administrative and mail room support. Candidates from all majors who have strong oral and written communication skills are encouraged to apply. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_empoyment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.





211181



INTERNS -

A Democratic Midwestern Senator’s office is seeking energetic, organized and politically driven college students and/or recent Bachelor degree graduates for unpaid nternships. These positions provide exposure to the legislative process, while developing a strong understanding of how a congressional office operates. Intern responsibilities, include but not limited to, answering phones, leading tours, organizing constituent mail and the potential to assist legislative staff with research on a variety of issues. Interns will be encouraged to attend hearings and briefings to enhance their experience on Capitol Hill. Midwestern ties are preferred. Interested candidates please send a resume, cover letter and references to MidwestSen@gmail.com





211148



SPRING INTERNS -

Senator Scott Brown seeks highly motivated students for full- and part-time unpaid internships during the Spring Semester. Undergraduate and Graduate students are welcome to apply. Massachusetts ties are preferred. Responsibilities include administrative tasks, constituent correspondence, answering phone lines, and giving Capitol tours. Candidates must be professional, courteous, detail-oriented, extremely organized and committed to confidentiality at all times. Minimum 15 hours per week. To apply, please visit http://scottbrown.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/internprogram.





211030



DEPUTY PRESS SECRETARY -

Moderate Democratic Senator seeks communications professional to serve as Deputy Press Secretary. The ideal applicant will be an excellent writer and editor with a proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and build upon innovative new media strategies. Duties include supervision of the daily news clips; hands-on role in maintaining the Senator’s new media presence; developing website content; and drafting and editing news releases, talking points and op-eds. Experience working with web development, social networking tools, video production and mass e-mail communication is required. Duties also include planning and staffing the Senator for Washington and in-state media events, as well as regular in-state travel. This is not an entry-level position: at least two years of professional communications experience is required, and on-the-record or Hill experience is preferred. The position reports to the Communications Director in Washington. For consideration, send cover letter, resume and two writing samples to deputypresssec@gmail.com.





211012



DIRECTOR OF SCHEDULING -

Democratic Senator seeks highly organized, detail oriented person to serve as Director of Scheduling. This is a senior-level position and requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems. Primary duties include, but are not limited to, working directly with the Member and senior management to create Member’s schedule, drafting correspondence, manage all aspects of the Member’s travel and work with staff to ensure briefing materials are prepared for meetings and events. Ideal candidate will possess strong oral and written communication skills, ability to exercise discretion, be team oriented, maintain confidentiality, available to work long hours as necessary and be resourceful. Hill experience recommended but not required. Please submit a cover letter and resume by email to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

No comments:

Post a Comment