Wednesday, February 23, 2011

US Senate Employment Bulletin -- February 18th, 2011

Revised: February 22, 2011 at 4:40 PM



Offices within the United States Senate are equal opportunity employers.




211297

LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT -

Midwestern Democratic Senator has an immediate opening for a Legislative Correspondent. Candidates should be detail-oriented, have strong computer and communication skills, and be familiar with the legislative process. The position demands a high-level of accuracy, strong reading and comprehension skills, and a commitment to quality constituent service. Hill experience is a plus. Self-starters with the ability to manage their time and workload effectively and efficiently should e-mail a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov.






211296

ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT/COUNSEL -

Democratic Senator serving on the Environment and Public Works Committee seeks an experienced advisor with a range of knowledge/skills/experience with clean water, climate, oceans, wildlife and coastal zone management issues. A law degree, Capitol Hill experience and collaborative problem solving skills will be highly valued in assessing candidates. Qualified candidates must have excellent writing and communication skills. Equal opportunity employer. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@ssa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.






211295

BANKING/FINANCIAL SERVICES ADVISER -

Republican committee seeks aggressive and experienced staff member to handle banking/financial services, lending, and small business issues. Knowledge of financial sector and credit card industry a plus. Interested applicants must be strong writers, independent self-starters, and work well in a fast paced environment. Capitol Hill/legislative oversight experience preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. Please send a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.






211294

PRESS ASSISTANT -

Western Democratic Senator seeks highly motivated Press Assistant to assist aggressive 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. A minimum of 1-2 years experience in journalism or political communications is required. The candidate will be responsible for up-to-the-minute tracking of news stories across multiple platforms, substantial writing of press releases and talking points, and advancing press events. New media skills strongly preferred. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.






211293

LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -

Republican Senator who sits on the Senate Banking Committee is seeking a Legislative Assistant to handle financial services, housing, and economic issues. Legislative experience, understanding of economics, and strong communication and analytical abilities required. Must work well in a fast paced office. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.






211292

LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT -

Moderate Democratic Senator seeks a Legislative Correspondent to handle health care, education, labor and other issues. Individual will be responsible for drafting correspondence, taking meetings with constituents and other legislative work. The ideal candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills, superior research skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines. Hill experience preferred, but not required. Background in federal health and K-12 education policy is a plus. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to demsenator10@gmail.com indicating job referral number in the subject line.






211291

REPUBLICAN HEALTH COUNSEL/ADVISER -

Senate Committee is seeking experienced Health Policy Counsel/Adviser. Interested applicants must well versed in health care issues, be strong writers, independent self-starters and work well in a fast paced environment. Advanced degree and Capitol Hill/legislative oversight experience preferred. Please email a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.






211290

PRESS INTERNS -

The office of U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) seeks unpaid press interns for fast-paced, aggressive communications office. Press interns will work closely with Communications Director, Press Secretary, and Deputy Press Secretary 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 Deputy Press Secretary 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 and resume to SenBrownPressIntern@gmail.com.






211289

LEGISLATIVE STAFFER -

Senior Republican Senator seeks legislative staffer to handle committee work related to fisheries, oceans, and the Coast Guard. Successful candidate must have at least 3 years experience in these specific issue areas, be able to assimilate information quickly and translate it into solid written materials, such as memos, letters, and statements. Hill experience a definite plus; can-do attitude required. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.






211288

LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOR -

Democratic Senator seeks a Legislative Director to lead an active legislative department. Responsibilities will include development and oversight of legislative strategies for the Senator, managing legislative staff, and working closely with all staff within the office. A successful candidate will have a keen awareness of politics, have strong management, analytical, and communication skills. May also responsible for a legislative portfolio. Prior legislative Hill experience is a must. We are an equal opportunity employer. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.






211287

CASEWORK AND OUTREACH SPECIALIST -

Legislative Office seeks Casework and Outreach Specialist--This is not an entry level position. Must have direct experience working at or with agricultural and environmental communities. Understanding of energy, small business and procurement preferred. Minimum Bachelors degree, public speaking experience and knowledge of legislative process required. Qualified candidates will have excellent interpersonal, organizational, and critical thinking skills. Full-time located in south central/west Wisconsin. Travel/events require some evening/weekend hours. Send resume, cover letter and three professionally relevant references by Feb. 25, 2011 to 14 W. Mifflin Street, Suite 207, Madison, WI 53703.






211286

COUNSEL -

Democratic Senator seeks a Counsel to serve on his Judiciary subcommittee staff. Strong legal research, analysis, and communication skills are required, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced, collegial environment. Hill experience preferred. Please email resume to Senatedemcounsel@gmail.com. No phone calls please.






211285

LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -

Senator Jack Reed seeks a Legislative Assistant to handle economic, tax, and budget matters. This is not an entry-level position. Capitol Hill experience and an academic background in economics are required and Rhode Island ties are a plus. Qualified candidates will also have strong negotiation, analytical, writing, and organizational skills; the ability to initiate and undertake multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced office atmosphere; and sound political judgment. The Legislative Assistant will also be expected to handle related constituent matters. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senateposition@gmail.com. In the text of your email, please indicate your Capitol Hill experience, level of issue expertise, and whether you have any ties to Rhode Island. Applicants who do not include this information in their email will not be considered. No phone calls please. Deadline for applying is February 25th.






211284

INTERNSHIP -

Democratic Senator seeking Interns to work closely with press staff. The internship is available in the Washington office, and is for the Spring 2011 term, full or part-time. Duties include drafting press releases and statements, conducting research, attending briefings/hearings, and other basic administrative responsibilities. The ideal candidate should be personable, energetic, and have a passion for politics. Qualifications include strong writing and communication skills as well as a demonstrated attention to detail. Additional consideration will be given to those familiar with IQ. Those with West Virginia ties are encouraged to apply. Please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to DemPressIntern@gmail.com. subject line: Press Intern






211283

SPRING INTERNS -

Senator Scott Brown seeks highly motivated students for full-time unpaid internships for his Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Subcommittee. Current undergraduate and graduate students as well as recent graduates are welcome to apply. Massachusetts ties and previous Hill experience are preferred. Applicant must be able to start as soon as possible, and should be available to continue through May. Please send resume and cover letter to scottpbrownresumes@gmail.com.






211282

LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT -

Republican Senator seeks Legislative Correspondent to answer constituent mail. Legislative issues include, but are not limited to energy and environment. Background in this field is a plus. To qualify, candidates must possess excellent writing and communication skills. Legislative Correspondents are required to maintain a tight deadline while often handling multiple tasks and working overtime. Previous Capitol Hill experience preferred. Cover letter and resumes must be e-mailed to: LegislativeJob1@gmail.com






211281

ENVIRONMENTAL LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -

Senior Democratic Senator seeks Legislative Assistant/Counsel to handle environmental and natural resources issues. Hill experience and a JD are preferred; significant environmental/natural resources experience is required. Must be a strong writer and a team player. Send resume and brief, 1-3 page writing sample to us_senate_job@yahoo.com






211280

LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT FOR ENERGY/ENVIRONMENT/NATURAL RESOURCE/PUBLIC LANDS ISSUES -

Senior Western Democrat seeks proactive, resourceful, detail-oriented person to fill an environment/energy Legislative Assistant position. LA is responsible for coordinating the legislative activities of the Senator through the Environment and Public Works Committee. The LA will be responsible for covering issues related to public lands, energy, water, wildlife, superfund, clean air, and natural resource development. The LA will work closely with legislative correspondents on approving their research and responses for new issues, in addition to approving answers to the constituent mail in their areas. LA will also coordinate and track legislative interests in the state through state office field representative. Travel to the state and staffing the Senator is required. Primary duties: assisting in development of policy positions and legislative initiatives; monitoring legislative activities in committee and on the Senate floor; assisting LC in answering legislative mail; researching and writing statements, speeches, and staff position papers, briefing memoranda, and other materials; assisting communities and organizations in the home state in assigned legislative areas; working with legislative interns and Congressional Fellows; responding to personal and telephone inquiries regarding the Senator's legislative activities. Requirements: ability to speak to constituent groups, Senate offices and federal agencies on issues of mutual concern; anticipating problems and issues that will arise in devising and carrying out the Senator’s legislative agenda; consistency in quality of information and guidance provided to the Senator, groups, individuals and co-workers. Applicants must be able to work well in a fast-paced environment and have strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Ability to analyze issues, monitor workload, and keep Senator up-to-date in assigned substantive issue areas a must. At least two years of previous Hill experience at the LA level is required. Please send cover letter and resumes to seniorwesterndemocratla@gmail.com.






211279

JUDICIARY COUNSEL -

Moderate Democratic member of the Judiciary Committee seeks a Counsel to handle judicial nominations, constitutional rights, privacy, antitrust, bankruptcy, and other issues as assigned. JD required. Significant Hill/political experience required. 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. Send resume to jud.dem.senate@gmail.com.






211278

LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -

Southern Republican member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee seeks an experienced senior Legislative Assistant to handle energy, environment, transportation, and agriculture issues and all committee work. Candidates must have excellent research and writing skills. An advanced degree/law degree and hill experience is preferred, but not required. A successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of water policy, wildlife programs, federal transportation and environmental programs, the natural resource industry, and national energy policies. Other attributes include the ability to initiate and lead aggressive legislative opportunities, possess excellent interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse group of constituents, and the ability to function in a dynamic, fast-paced office. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.






211277

ENERGY POLICY ADVISOR -

Moderate Democratic Senator on the Energy and Natural Resources Committee seeks an Energy Policy Advisor to handle issues related to energy, innovation and manufacturing. Responsibilities include developing policy ideas around clean energy and renewable fuels, drafting legislation, briefing the Senator for committee work and representing the Senator before constituents and national groups. Individuals should have strong interpersonal and organizational skills as well as the ability to multi-task while working in a fast-paced team environment. Substantial understanding of energy policy and prior Senate experience are strong prerequisites for consideration. Qualified applicants may submit resumes to demsenator10@gmail.com






211276

COMMITTEE BUDGET ANALYST -

Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs is seeking a Budget Analyst. Responsibilities include conducting oversight of regulatory agencies, developing and staffing hearings, and preparing memoranda, statements and speeches. Applicants should possess MBA, CPA, or similar educational background. Please email resume to: jobs_rep@banking.senate.gov






211276

COMMITTEE COUNSEL -

Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs is seeking attorneys with banking or housing law experience. Responsibilities include drafting legislation, developing and staffing hearings, and preparing memoranda, statements and speeches. Applicants should possess excellent academic credentials and at least 3 years of private practice or regulatory experience. No Capitol Hill experience required. Please email resume to: jobs_rep@banking.senate.gov






211274

STAFF ASSISTANT -

Moderate Democratic Senator is 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. West Virginia ties and 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






211273

DEPUTY PRESS SECRETARY -

U.S. Senator Mike Enzi seeks a Deputy Press Secretary for his 3 person D.C. press office. Duties include supervision of the daily news clips; hands-on role in maintaining and developing website content; speaking with reporters in Wyoming and nationally; and drafting and editing news releases and op-eds. Experience working with social media and video production is required. Duties may also include planning and accompanying the Senator for occasional in-state media events. 2-3 years professional communications experience with on-the-record and Hill experience preferred. Wyoming or western ties highly preferred. Please submit cover letter, resume and a short writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.






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.






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






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.






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.






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.






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






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.

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