Legislative Assistant

Republican Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, as well as the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee seeks a Legislative Assistant for a portfolio that will include energy, environment, clean air, and infrastructure, including water infrastructure and flood control. The position may involve additional policy areas. Responsibilities include producing briefing materials for the Senator on assigned issues, preparing Committee briefing materials, developing policy ideas and implementing the Senator's legislative agenda, meeting with constituents, staffing the Senator at relevant events, assisting with constituent mail, and supervising a legislative correspondent and/or legislative fellow. Relevant Hill experience with these issues is required. Exceptional writing skills are essential. Senate experience and familiarity with Gulf Coast issues are preferred. Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to senatorwickerla@gmail.com with EPW LA in the subject line no later than July 19. No phone calls or drop ins, please.

Budget LA -- Senate Member Office

Republican Member of the Senate Budget Committee, as well as the Joint Economic Committee seeks a Legislative Assistant for a portfolio that will include issues relating to the budget and economy, taxes and trade. The position may involve additional policy areas. Responsibilities include producing briefing materials for the Senator on assigned issues, preparing Committee materials, developing policy ideas and implementing the Senator's legislative agenda, meeting with constituents, staffing the Senator at relevant events, assisting with constituent mail, and supervising a legislative correspondent and/or legislative fellow. Relevant Hill experience with these issues is required. Senate experience and Mississippi ties are preferred. Exceptional writing skills are essential. Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to senatorwickerla@gmail.com with BUDGET LA in the subject line no later than July 19. No phone calls or drop ins, please.

Legislative Assistant -- House Member Personal Office

Congressman Randy Neugebauer seeks a Legislative Assistant with a background in agriculture and health care issues. The ideal candidate will also be an excellent writer and will handle additional issues as assigned. Experience with agriculture issues a must. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Preparing Member for briefings and floor activity, as well as developing legislative initiatives and staffing the Congressman’s Agriculture Committee responsibilities. Candidates should possess 2 years of Capitol Hill experience and have knowledge of the legislative process. To apply, please send cover letter and resume to TX19jobs@mail.house.gov with ‘AG Legislative Assistant’ in the subject line.

Foreign Policy Fellows -- The Woodrow Wilson Foreign Policy Fellowship Program

The Woodrow Wilson Foreign Policy Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for the Fall 2013 session. The Program is a highly competitive foreign policy seminar series for mid- to senior- level congressional staff (Legislative Assistant, Legislative Director, Chief-of-Staff, etc.). The fellowship offers an exclusive six-week seminar series conducted by leading scholars, analysts, and policy practitioners to provide in-depth focus and engagement on critical foreign policy issues relevant to the Congressional agenda. Foreign Policy Fellows will interact with some of the nation’s leading foreign policy experts drawn from government, academic institutions, and non-governmental organizations. Sessions will be held at the Wilson Center on Friday afternoons after votes have finished for the week. To find out more about this exciting new opportunity, please join Wilson Center Vice President for New Initiatives, Aaron David Miller and I for an information session on Wednesday, July 17 at 1:00PM in the Rayburn House Office Building, 2456. For more information and to apply, please visit our website: www.wilsoncenter.org/foreignpolicyfellowship. Applications will be due COB 5:00PM EST, Friday, August 2, 2013. If you have any questions, please contact Sandy Pho at 202-691-4057 or Sandy.Pho@Wilsoncenter.org.

Legislative Correspondent -- House Member Personal Office

Conservative midwestern Congressman seeks a Legislative Correspondent with strong organizational and writing skills. Preliminary knowledge of IQ is preferred. Please email republicanc@yahoo.com a cover letter, resume, list of references, and an essay explaining your feelings on recent changes to the AP stylebook including, but not limited to, the elimination of the Oxford comma.

US House Intern Vacancy List -- July 1st, 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 _____________________________________________________________________________________ INTERNSHIP VACANCY LISTING Week of July 1, 2013 MEM-236-13 The office of Congressman Ted Poe (TX-02) is looking for full-time, unpaid Fall 2013 interns in his Washington, D.C. office. Interested candidates must be professional, reliable, self-motivated, flexible, and able to exercise good judgment. Responsibilities include answering phones, drafting letters, researching legislative issues, attending meetings and hearings as needed, giving tours of the Capitol to visiting Second District constituents and some administrative duties. If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to tx02internships@gmail.com with “Fall Internship” in the subject line. Internships begin in early August. MEM-232-13 Internships – Congressman Benishek from Michigan’s First District seeks unpaid Interns to fill positions for fall 2013/winter 2013-2014. Will need applicants to fill slots for September through December, and January through May. Main responsibilities include answering phones, processing mail, drafting constituent correspondence letters, researching legislative issues, attending meetings/hearings as needed. There will also be opportunities to attend receptions and seminars that interest you. Candidates should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, flexible, and computer-literate (with a good understanding of MS Office). This is a great opportunity for college students seeking academic credit. Michigan ties are preferred. Please e-mail your cover letter, resume, and references to Samuel Grossman at samuel.grossman@mail.house.gov. MEM-231-13 The Office of Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) is seeking a full-time or part-time press and social media intern for the fall of 2013 in her Washington, D.C. office. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to compiling press clips, monitoring daily news, drafting talking points and press releases, updating social media and working closely with the communications director. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in public relations or journalism; possess strong written communications skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and professional manner. Please note that the internship is unpaid and housing is not provided, but student can qualify for academic credit depending on the requirements of the college or university. Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter, resume, short writing sample (in the form of a speech or press release) and dates of availability with "Press Intern Fall 2013" in the subject line to latoya.veal@mail.house.gov. No phone calls or drop-ins please. MEM-230-13 The Washington, DC office of Congressman Tim Bishop is currently seeking interns for our fall program spanning early September-early December 2013. Interns should be comfortable answering phones, giving tours of the U.S. Capitol, sorting mail, taking notes at hearings and briefings and assisting with general office work. Strong writing and interpersonal skills are necessary. Applicants should be hard working, intelligent, and enthusiastic with an interest in politics, history and government. Long Island ties are a plus, but not required. Those interested should send a resume to ny01.internapplications@gmail.com. Qualified applicants will be sent an application. College students and recent graduates encouraged to apply. Please note this is an unpaid position. The office is willing to work with colleges and universities for credit. MEM-229-13 Progressive Maryland Democrat seeks a qualified intern to join her Washington, D.C. office for an unpaid internship in the fall. Applicants should have a familiarity with the legislative process and have a desire to learn while being a part of a hardworking team. Ideal candidates will possess strong writing and verbal communication skills, a demonstrated interest in legislative issues, the ability to multi-task and conduct research, and an enthusiastic attitude. Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting staff with legislative and scheduling projects, answering constituent calls, attending briefings, and sorting and distributing mail. Candidates with Maryland ties are strongly encouraged to apply. Please email a resume, cover letter stating your availability, and a brief and relevant writing sample (maximum one page) by August 1st to internship.md04@mail.house.gov. MEM-228-13 Energetic NY Freshman Democrat is seeking a highly motivated intern to join his Washington, DC office for a part time unpaid internship in the Fall. Candidates should possess a professional and courteous demeanor, interest in the legislative process, excellent communication skills, the ability to multi-task, attention to detail, and a sense of humor. Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to, attending Congressional briefings, responding to constituent correspondence, assisting with flag requests, and general office duties. Candidates with New York ties and previous internship/work experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Please e-mail a resume, cover letter, and a short writing sample to NY.ResumeInbox@mail.house.gov. Equal opportunity employer. No calls or walk-ins please. MEM-225-13 A Democratic California Congressman is seeking a highly motivated intern to join his Washington, DC office for a part time unpaid internship for the Fall. Candidates should be organized, professional, quick learners, and team players. Strong oral and written communication skills and close attention to detail are important. Main responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting staff with legislative, administrative, and press related projects, writing memos and talking points, attending hearings and meetings, answering constituent phone calls, leading tours of the US Capitol, assisting with scheduling, sorting and distributing mail, and managing tour and flag requests. Candidates with California ties and previous internship/work experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Please e-mail a resume and cover letter to Intern.Resume@mail.house.gov MEM-221-13 The Office of Congressman Tom McClintock (CA-04) is seeking full or part time interns to begin August/September 2013 in his Washington, D.C. office. Applicants should possess conservative values and hold strong written and verbal communication skills. Position duties include: attending Congressional hearings, leading Capitol tours, answering phones, sorting mail, and assisting legislative staff with research. While this is an unpaid internship, we are happy to work with current students looking to receive college credit for their internship. Recent graduates are welcome to apply. Interested applicants should send their resume, availability, and a brief cover letter summarizing their interest in working for Congressman McClintock to Rachel.Long@mail.house.gov. Please use “McClintock Fall Internship 2013” in the subject line. No phone calls, drop-ins, or faxes please.

US House Job Vacancy List -- July 1, 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 July 1, 2013 MEM-235-13 Scheduler: Congresswoman Bonamici seeks a highly-organized, detailed-oriented Scheduler for her 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, drafting correspondence for member, coordinating with district office, and some limited driving (a valid driver’s license is required). Additionally, the Scheduler/Executive Assistant will work closely with the Chief of Staff to ensure smooth overall DC office operations. Ideal candidates will pay close attention to detail, understand the House floor schedule/procedures, remain flexible under pressure, have excellent written and verbal communications skills, strong intrapersonal skills, and must be able to navigate competing demands while anticipating the Member’s needs. There will be no opportunity for legislative work in this position – it is administrative only. Hill scheduling or executive assistant experience is preferred. Please note any Oregon ties. Please email resume and cover letter to Rachael.Bornstein@mail.house.gov. No phone calls/drop-ins. MEM-234-13 Scheduler/Executive Assistant- Rep. Greg Walden is seeking a Scheduler/Executive Assistant with relevant Capitol Hill, campaign, or private sector experience. This is not an entry level position. Ideal candidates have excellent organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, and the poise needed to effectively manage the Member's schedule in a focused and fast-paced environment. The candidate must be able to manage multiple tasks at one time and communicate effectively with the Member and staff. Attention to detail and logistics is a must. Primary responsibilities include: developing and managing the Member's schedule in DC, working with other members of his scheduling team in DC and in Oregon, coordinating his travel, and ensuring front office operations run smoothly. A willingness to work hours as needed by the office is important, as is a friendly, professional attitude. Please send a resume, cover letter, and list of references to Walden.Resumes@mail.house.gov. No calls or drop-ins, please. MEM-233-13 Committee Clerk/Editor: Democratic Committee office seeks Clerk/Editor to work on Committee and Subcommittee hearings and markups. Duties will include preparing binders and materials for hearings and business meetings, as well as managing electronic records. The Clerk/Editor will format and proof memos, reports, and correspondence, draft and send briefing notices, schedule meetings, and manage incoming mail. Candidates must have excellent writing and editing skills, be organized and detail-oriented, be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a demanding office environment, and be able to interface effectively with Members and staff. The Ideal candidate will have some prior Committee or Capitol Hill experience. Please send resume with cover letter to Elisa.Lanier@mail.house.,gov. MEM-227-13 SCHEDULER/EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: Hawai`i Democrat seeks Scheduler/Executive Assistant for Washington, D.C. office. Responsibilities include maintaining the Member’s daily and long-term schedule in Washington, D.C. This staff member will coordinate travel arrangements and logistics for D.C. events, travel to the district and coordinate with the staff in Hawai`i on scheduling matters. In addition, the Scheduler/Executive Assistant will be responsible for managing staff memos, handling the Member’s personal correspondence and various additional administrative duties, which include vouchering, personnel paperwork, as well as duties pertaining to human resource issues and tracking the budget. Candidates must be highly organized and detail oriented, able to multi-task and work under tight deadlines, have outstanding verbal and written communications skills, be flexible, have a sense of humor and very hard-working . Previous Capitol Hill scheduling or executive assistant experience is preferred. Hawai`i ties and experiences a plus. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please email resume and cover letter to hi02jobs@gmail.com. MEM-226-13 SCHEDULER/EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT: New York Democrat seeks Scheduler/Executive Assistant for Washington, D.C. office. Responsibilities include maintaining the Member’s daily and long-term schedule in D.C. This staff member will coordinate travel arrangements and drive the Member to D.C. events, including early in the morning and late in the evening. In addition, the Scheduler/Executive Assistant will be responsible for managing staff memos, handling the Member’s personal correspondence and various additional administrative duties, which include vouchering, personnel paperwork, and budget management. Candidates must be highly organized and detail oriented, able to multi-task and work under tight deadlines, have outstanding verbal and written communications skills, be able to maintain a flexible schedule and have a sense of humor. Previous Capitol Hill scheduling or executive assistant experience is preferred. New York ties are a plus. A valid driver’s license is a must. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please email resume and cover letter to employ@mail.house.gov. MEM-224-13 Job Summary and Requirements: The Committee on Ethics has an opening for a Staff Assistant on the Committee’s non-partisan professional staff. Duties include: answering telephones; assisting with the Committee investigations document management; assisting with the tracking and processing of Committee correspondence; providing administrative support in setting up Committee meetings; and entering data and navigating databases with accuracy. Applicants must have excellent organizational skills and a professional telephone manner; good computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others; ability to use good judgment in responding to inquiries and requests; and flexibility in assisting with daily tasks and projects. Members of the non-partisan staff must refrain from engaging in partisan political activities directly affecting any congressional or presidential election, and are subject to strict rules of confidentiality about the Committee’s work. Applicant Instructions: Please email cover letter and resume to ethicsjobs@mail.house.gov NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE MEM-223-13 OFFICE COORDINATOR / STAFF ASSISTANT – Progressive Maryland Democrat seeks outgoing and organized individual for Office Coordinator / Staff Assistant for district office. Responsibilities include:  answering the telephones;  greeting visitors to the office;  coordinating tour;  answering constituent requests for general information and other inquiries;  monitoring delivery and pickup of materials;  maintaining front office;  drafting correspondence;  managing fax and general office email accounts;  organizing incoming and outgoing mail;  supervising interns; and  assisting with various administrative and case work duties. Applicants with a BA / BS or 2 years of related experience and ties to the 4th Congressional District are preferred. Send resume, cover letter and list of three references to Adrienne.Christian@mail.house.gov with “Staff Assistant Position” in the subject line. No calls or drop by’s. MEM-220-13 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT: Democratic Member is seeking an experienced staffer to handle a broad portfolio, including but not limited to immigration, labor, energy, telecommunications and agriculture. Ideal candidate will have experience as a legislative staffer and be proficient at advancing legislation, writing and editing correspondence, and drafting statements and speeches. Strong writing skills as well as the ability to be a team player are critical. This is not an entry level position—at least three years of Hill or other relevant professional experience is required. Connections with Indiana will be considered strongly. Applicants should email a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to resume.la@mail.house.gov. No phone calls, faxes or drop-ins, please.