US House Job Vacancies List -- November 18th, 2013

House Vacancy Announcement and Placement Service (HVAPS) B-235 Longworth House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20515 202-226-5836 Vacancy Bulletins are available for pick-up in Longworth HOB - B-227 (CAO First Call Customer Service Center) or in the CAO Human Resources Office - Ford HOB 102. To Subscribe or Unsubscribe to the Vacancy Listserv visit: http://www.house.gov/content/jobs/ Job Line: 202-226-4504 _____________________________________________________________________________________ MEMBER AND COMMITTEE VACANCY LISTING Week of November 18, 2013 MEM-349-13 Leadership House Democrat seeks highly motivated and experienced Communications Director to handle press, speech-writing and communications and messaging strategy. Candidates must have excellent writing skills, on-the-record press experience, strong political instincts, and new media experience. Candidates must thrive in a fast-moving, aggressive communications environment; be team-oriented, nimble, creative and strategic; and have a positive, can-do attitude. The Communications Director also develops working relationships with print, electronic and social media press as well as communications teams in other congressional offices and the Executive Branch to coordinate and execute the Member’s overall communication efforts. This position provides an opportunity to work for a highly engaged, energetic Member of Congress who has a successful record of improving the lives of women, children, seniors and fighting for the middle-class. Equal opportunity employer. Salary commensurate with experience. Hill experience and Spanish literacy is a positive. Please send resume to DCResumes@mail.house.gov. No emails, phone calls or drop-bys please. MEM-346-13 Democratic Congressional committee seeks experienced Analyst to advise on tax policy and economic issues, brief Members and write Committee materials on implications of federal economic changes and tax policies, and work with Congressional and outside experts on revenue options. Requires strong analytical and quantitative skills, strong written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines. Graduate degree in related field and Hill experience preferred. Email resume, two brief writing samples, and cover letter with subject line “revenue analyst” to revenue.analyst@mail.house.gov -- no phone calls or walk-ins. MEM-340-13 U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. seeks highly-motivated, detail-oriented staff assistant with excellent written and oral communication skills for main Congressional District Office located in Paterson, NJ. Responsibilities include general reception duty, drafting and processing correspondence, attending to constituent matters and otherwise assisting the Congressman and staff in all functions of the office. A valid driver’s license and access to an automobile are prerequisites. Ties to the northern New Jersey are highly valued. Foreign language skills are a plus. Please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample via email to nj09job@gmail.com. All applications must be received no later than November 22nd. No calls, direct emails or stop-bys please. MEM-337-13 West Coast Democrat seeks a highly-organized, detail-oriented Scheduler for the Washington, D.C. office. Responsibilities include organizing and tracking invitations, speaking engagements and scheduling requests for the Member and staff; travel reservations; briefing room reservations; occasional drafting of correspondence for the member; coordinating with district office; and some driving (a valid driver’s license is required). Additionally, the Scheduler will work closely with the Chief of Staff to ensure efficient and seamless office operations. Ideal candidates will pay close attention to detail, understand the House floor schedule/procedures, remain flexible under pressure, have excellent communications skills, be a team player, and be able to navigate competing demands while anticipating the Member’s needs. Candidates must be willing to work demanding hours and be on call and available all of the time. Hill scheduling or executive assistant experience is preferred. Spanish language skills preferred but not required. A car and a sense of humor is a plus. Please email resume, cover letter, and references to WestCoastDem@yahoo.com. MEM-330-13 Nevada Democratic seeks an organized, detail oriented, energetic and proactive Scheduler. Primary responsibilities include: receiving, evaluating and organizing all incoming meeting and event requests for the Member. Duties also include developing and managing the Member’s daily schedule and travel arrangements; managing Member’s files/related records and working closely with the Chief of Staff and District Director and Member directly in ensuring smooth office operations. Applicants must have excellent organizational skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, savvy political instincts, poise and ability to thrive in a fast paced environment. A sense of humor and patience is a must. Previous scheduling and/or Capitol Hill experience is preferred; Nevada Ties are a plus/ Salary to be commensurate with experience. Please send a cover letter and resume to nv04jobs@mail.house.gov. No phone calls or drop bys please. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. MEM-321-13 Nevada Democrat seeks a District Director to oversee all District Office operations. This position develops and implements policy objectives, strategies and operating plans for the Congressman's district office and directs all activities and staff of the district office. Primary responsibilities include: 1) Managing and directly supervising district staff by planning, assigning, directing work and executing responsibilities in accordance with office policy; 2) Meeting with elected officials and representatives of local groups on behalf of the Congressman; 3) Representing the Congressman and/or assigning appropriate staff in the district office(s) as needed; 4) Interviewing, selecting and training employees in the district and ensuring that district office staff comply with office policies, practices, and procedures; 5) Maintaining close communication with the Washington, D.C. office and report directly to the Chief of Staff; 6) Traveling throughout the district at a regular interval to keep abreast of local concerns 7) Managing constituent services operation to include casework involving federal agencies and recording constituent opinions and concerns; 8) Maintaining a good working relationship with the Congressman, staff, and constituents; 9) Working well under pressure and handles stress and long hours. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in political science or related field, including strong academic credentials is required. An advanced degree is desirable. Alternatively, five-ten years of related experience or training in management and/or legislation or equivalent similar experience. Additional skills and knowledge include: 1) Thorough knowledge of Nevada and of the District’s specific demographics, community groups, political structures, and key issues; 2) A track record of successful staff management ; 3) Experience with constituent services in local, state, or federal government; 4) Commitment to see projects and action plans through to completion with attention to details of follow-up plans; 5) A commitment to a service-oriented, proactive approach to creating a standard of excellence in the Member’s office; 6) Excellent oral and written communication skills; 7) Knowledge of office computer applications. To apply, submit cover letter, resume, professional references, and writing sample to NV04Jobs@mail.house.gov. MEM-318-13 Democrat seeks an experienced Communications Director who will be responsible for planning and executing a proactive and aggressive media strategy with a heavy emphasis on innovation and social media. Candidates should have political communications experience and possess excellent writing skills, a sense of humor, be creative, energetic, politically astute and able to work well in a high pressure, fast-paced environment. Candidates fluent in Spanish will be strongly considered. Applicants should have a strong history of drafting all forms of communications materials, preferably in both English and Spanish. Responsibilities include serving as spokesperson, drafting press releases and advisories, op-eds, speeches, and talking points. Qualified applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to tx16.resumes@mail.house.gov. MEM-307-13 Staff Assistant — Hawai’i Democrat seeks a staffer to handle a wide range of office responsibilities and constituent services in the Washington office. Primary responsibilities for this position include 1) greeting visitors, 2) coordinating tours for visiting guests, 3) processing flag requests, 4) reviewing, sorting, and responding to incoming constituent mail, 5) managing the internship program, and 6) drive Member and other staff to and from events. Other responsibilities may be assigned. Competitive candidates will be confident and well-spoken, have excellent oral and written communication skills, possess an acute attention to detail, demonstrate an assertive and organized approach to problem solving, and exhibit and ability to multi-task in a fast paced work environment. Though duties are largely administrative in nature, the Staff Assistant should have a personal interest in current events and Congressional activities, and should be fully engaged in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the office. Additionally, because the Member places a special emphasis on constituent services, candidates must be able to maintain a courteous, respectful demeanor and Aloha spirit at all times and possess a true desire to help constituents. The daily work hours for this position are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. No minimum of experience is required, but completion of a four year college education program, Congressional internship experience, Hawai’i ties, and possession of a car are preferred. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Interested individuals should send a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to HI02jobs@gmail.com. Please put “Staff Assistant” in the subject line. MEM-306-13 The House Committee on Ethics requires the services of an attorney with knowledge of government ethics law to serve as the Committee’s Staff Director and Chief Counsel. The Committee’s Staff Director / Chief Counsel is a nonpartisan, professional position. The Staff Director / Chief Counsel will manage a nonpartisan, professional staff of approximately 25 and supervise the day-to-day operations of the Committee, including oversight of the advice and education and investigative divisions. In addition, the Staff Director/Chief Counsel will serve as the principal legal advisor to the Committee and report to the Chair and Ranking Member of the Committee. The ideal candidate for this position possesses a law degree, admission to a state bar and previous management experience. Demonstrable analytical, organizational, writing, oral communication and interpersonal skills are expected. Candidates with Capitol Hill experience are preferred. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid security clearance. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample and list of references by email to ethicsjobs@mail.house.gov.