US House Job Opportunities -- May 4th, 2015

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 May 4, 2015 MEM-121-15 Senior Democrat is seeking a highly energetic, motivated and organized lawyer with strong interpersonal, legal and writing skills. The ideal candidate will be able to manage multiple tasks and work well under pressure and after a year, may be considered a legislative counsel. The Legislative Assistant works with the Chief Counsel/Legislative Director and with the Chief of Staff to develop and implement the Member’s legislative strategy in his/her issue areas; prepares materials for hearings; drafts legislation, amendments, and congressional record statements; and conducts research. Responsibilities include managing and handling issues that include but are not limited to Federal-District of Columbia issues, Federal Workforce, U.S. Postal Service and Labor policy. The ability to write well under tight deadlines is essential. Candidate must be able to handle multiple tasks and issues effectively while meeting deadlines. A successful candidate will be a results-oriented, problem solving lawyer and motivated self-starter who can think outside the box. Prior Hill, law firm or similar experience is preferred but not always required. Candidate must possess a law degree and be, or be willing to become, a resident of the District of Columbia. Salary based on skill and experience level. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, references and two writing samples to (202 225-1129 (fax) or DC00.NortonResume@mail.house.gov. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE! MEM-120-15 Committee on Ethics has an opening for a Staff Assistant. Duties include: answering telephones; 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. This is a non-partisan position which requires the ability to serve all Members of Congress equally and refrain from political or partisan activity. 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. Applicant Instructions: Please email cover letter and resume with “Staff Assistant” in the subject line to ethicsjobs@mail.house.gov. MEM-119-15 Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth seeks an experienced Senior Legislative Assistant. Responsibilities will include managing the Congresswoman’s Oversight and Government Reform Committee portfolio, including her role as Ranking Member of the Transportation Subcommittee; managing her work on transportation, manufacturing, small business, tax/budget, appropriations, labor, and trade issues; serving as the Member’s liaison to the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) and the Friends of Thailand Caucus; coordinating vote recommendations and reports from the legislative team; and helping oversee the member's legislative agenda. The ideal candidate will be proactive, resourceful, a strong team player, and will have substantial Hill experience as a legislative staffer. Strong oral and written communications skills, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and good judgment are essential. Veterans, minorities, women, and those with Illinois ties are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to kalina.bakalov@mail.house.gov. MEM-117-15 West Coast Democrat seeks an innovative and self-directed Press Aide/Press Secretary to work in his Washington, DC office. Duties of the position include but are not limited to: • Coordinating and managing all district and national communications operations. • Developing and executing a proactive press strategy. • Drafting written materials including press releases, op-eds, and talking points. • Planning and coordinating press conferences and other media events. • Pitching and booking interviews with local and national media outlets. • Overseeing all social media platforms and website content. • Building and maintaining excellent relationships with members of the district and national media and acting as a spokesperson for the Member. Qualifications and Skills for the position: • Exceptional oral and written communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills. • Excellent writing skills with a strong attention to detail. • The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. • Applicants should have superior organizational abilities. • A successful candidate will be discreet, goal oriented, and driven. • Applicants should have prior relevant press experience and demonstrated social media expertise. • A sense of humor and the ability to work well as an individual and as a member of a team. • Spanish fluency is required. • An ideal candidate will have an undergraduate or graduate degree in communications or journalism and/or relevant professional experience. If interested, please email a resume, cover letter, references, and salary history to CAJobs@mail.house.gov with “Press Aide/Press Secretary” in the subject line. Salary will be commensurate with experience. This is not an entry level position. The deadline to apply is May 4, 2015. MEM-116-15 A Maryland Democrat is seeking a high energy, highly-organized, and detail oriented Field Representative for his District Office. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Serve as the official representative for the Member in the local community. • Act as liaison with federal, district, and local government agencies, political officials, and other community organizations to form effective relationships for the Member. • Monitor and update the Member and District Directors on district and local issues of importance. • Staff and provide logistical support for scheduled district meetings and events for the Member. • Assess local and casework related issues for problems requiring possible legislative action; make recommendations to the District Directors and Chief of Staff. • Answer casework correspondence and verbal communications with constituents. • Provide casework assistance to constituents in a timely and efficient manner; proactively follow up on all open cases until a resolution is reached. • Train and supervise a staff of Interns to handle routine Office matters, such as incoming correspondence, visitors, telephone calls, and other issues that may arise. QUALIFICATIONS: • Thoroughness and careful attention to detail. • Ability to work well under pressure while juggling multiple tasks with competing priorities. • Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in fulfillment of casework responsibilities. • Availability to work long hours, including nights and weekends, if needed. • Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others. • Strong oral and written communication skills. • Thorough knowledge of legislative process. • Knowledge of all issues and events in the district in which the Member is involved. • A working knowledge of the VA and military issues are preferred, but not required. • Maryland ties are a plus. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to MD.06Jobs@mail.house.gov. No phone calls or walk-ins please. MEM-111-15 Senior Democratic Congresswoman seeks an experienced, organized and detail-oriented Scheduler/Office Manager for the Washington, D.C. office. Responsibilities include managing office calendars and visitor access to Member and staff in front office, organizing and tracking invitations, speaking engagements, travel reservations and other requests for the Member, coordinating with district staff, and maintaining administrative demands. The Scheduler/Office Manager will work closely with other staff members, particularly senior staffers, to ensure efficient and seamless office operations. Ideal candidates are flexible, responsive, collaborative, work well under pressure and on short deadlines, and are able to balance competing demands. Candidates must be available to assist the Member outside of regular business hours. Applicants should also have a positive attitude, excellent organizational skills, strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, political instincts and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is not an entry-level position. Previous Capitol Hill operational and/or scheduling experience is required. Ohio ties preferred. No phone calls, emails or drop-bys. Please submit cover letter, resume, and at least two references to Midwestern.Resume@mail.house.gov. MEM-108-15 Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives seeks a prolific writer. The writer will be responsible for writing in the Member’s unique voice for a weekly newsletter, op-eds, speeches, floor statements, press releases and more. The successful candidate may have decades of writing experience or s/he may be a gifted recent graduate who can adeptly turn a phrase. An ability to digest complicated policies and turn them into short and concise articles or statements is a necessity. The qualified applicant will have the ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment with short deadlines. Basic knowledge and understanding of web site technology for producing and sending newsletter is a must. Please submit a resume and several types of writing samples to: job.app@mail.house.gov by close of business May 1st. MEM-104-15 Committee on Ethics has an opening for a Staff Assistant. Duties include: answering telephones; 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. This is a non-partisan position which requires the ability to serve all Members of Congress equally and refrain from political or partisan activity. 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. Applicant Instructions: Please email cover letter and resume with “Staff Assistant” in the subject line to ethicsjobs@mail.house.gov. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE MEM-098-15 The Majority staff of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs is seeking a health care professional with expert knowledge of drug interactions, pathology, and general issues regarding quality of care to serve as a Committee Investigator. Clinical experience and/or healthcare-related investigatory background preferred. Veterans with requisite experience strongly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should send their cover letter, resume, references and writing samples to VAR.Resumes@Mail.house.gov with “Health Care Investigator” in the subject line. No walk-ins please. MEM-097-15 The Majority staff of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs is seeking a federal contracting professional with expert knowledge of federal statutes and regulations pertaining to acquisitions and procurement to serve as a Committee Investigator. At least 5 years of federal government acquisitions and procurement experience preferred, as is experience with facility construction contracts. Veterans with requisite experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should send their cover letter, resume, references and writing samples to VAR.Resumes@Mail.house.gov with “Contract Investigator” in the subject line. No walk-ins please. MEM-092-15 California Democrat (Rep. Jerry McNerney) seeks experienced communications director to develop and execute aggressive, proactive longterm media and outreach strategy. Responsibilities include serving as chief spokesperson, successfully pitching stories and press events to both national and local media outlets, responding to media inquiries, effectively messaging policy and other priorities, maintaining an active new media profile, and writing press releases, op-eds, speeches, talking points, and franked mail. Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong editing and proofreading abilities, and the desire to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced environment are required. Candidate must be comfortable working closely with the Member and staff. Ideal candidate would be politically astute and have a good sense of humor. Desired qualities include the ability to respond to challenging situations quickly and strategically. This position requires non-traditional hours and travel to the District. California ties, Hill experience, and Spanish literacy are a plus. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to: McNerneyResumes@mail.house.gov. No calls or drop ins, please. MEM-091-15 The Democratic staff of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform is seeking a mid-level Health Counsel with 5 to 10 years of congressional experience on health policy issues including ACA, Medicare, and Medicaid. Attorneys with investigative or litigation experience are preferred. Candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply. Please send resume and cover letter to oversightjobs@mail.house.gov. Please no phone calls.

Associate -- Downtown DC Boutique Firm

ASSOCIATE JOB DESCRIPTION: Fast-paced, independent boutique lobbying firm in Washington, DC seeks junior associate with 1-2 years experience to support legislative and public affairs practice. Must have excellent research and communications skills (written and oral), be enthusiastic, highly organized and hard working, capably multi-task, with great computer and document production skills. The candidate will help with research, client support, and senior staff support. Knowledge of/experience on Capitol Hill a plus. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Resumes with cover letter should be sent to jobs@vennstrategies.com with “Associate” in subject line.

Manager, Government & Industry Relations -- CME Group

Mgr Government Relations Locations: Chicago Description Manager, Government & Industry Relations Supports strong cross-functional coordination and alignment with CME Group's Washington and global legislative and regulatory strategies and activities; and Coordinates government relations and industry engagement related projects in support of policy, regulatory, and business objectives globally; The Manager, Government & Industry Relations key activities include: Track legislative and regulatory topics and implications for business lines and key customer groups in the U.S. and in key regions and countries globally. Prepare presentations, issue briefs, and talking points for executives, internal teams, and in some cases, external audiences and related to U.S. and international legislative, policy and regulatory topics to ensure alignment of messages and positions with our Washington and global legislative objectives. When appropriate, support coalition building efforts with other exchanges, clearinghouses, commercial end-users, buy-side and sell side customers and industry associations to advance CME Group¿s policy objectives (e.g. Basel leverage ratio, commodity position limits, etc.). Support the planning of and CME Group executive-level participation in visits by government officials and regulator to CME Headquarters (e.g. visits from European, Asia, other government bodies) to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with CME Group¿s government relations strategy. Manage CME Group involvement in industry associations globally to ensure efficient use of resources and alignment with policy and business objectives. Qualifications BA / BS degree in Business, Economics, Political Science or related discipline required / Masters degree preferred 3+ years related experience in government affairs, industry relations, strategy, or corporate relations Strong oral and written communication skills demonstrated through experience developing a range of communications, presentation, and other deliverables Excellent organizational and project management skills Proven analytical skills and the ability to organize complex information into user-friendly formats Strategy development and execution experience As the world’s leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, CME Group (www.cmegroup.com) is where the world comes to manage risk. Based in Chicago, with offices in New York, London, Singapore, Calgary, Houston, São Paulo, Singapore, Tokyo and Washington D.C., our team of more than 2,500 employees has an impact on the global economy every day. We offer: The widest range of global benchmark futures and options available across all major asset classes; The most advanced trading technology; Industry-leading clearing and risk management capabilities; A relentless customer focus, serving leading investment and commercial banks, hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, asset managers, corporations and individual traders; and, A great place to work. With this strong foundation in place, we are looking to continue growing our business in both listed and over-the-counter markets. To support this growth, we are seeking highly motivated individuals to help foster our corporate culture and uphold our core values of leading with conviction and integrity, advancing the global economy, building lasting relationships and acting with ingenuity every day. We hope you will consider joining our world-class team. Apply at: http://chk.tbe.taleo.net/chk01/ats/careers/apply.jsp;jsessionid=3924063E8B7B08395D00421F6129D34C?org=CMEGROUP&cws=1&rid=11293

US House Internship Opportunities -- April 27th, 2015

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 April 27, 2015 MEM-115-15 The office of a western Republican House member is looking for an experienced unpaid communications intern to assist with day-to-day operations and special projects in the Washington, D.C. office. Candidates should be soon-to-be or recent college graduates with a preferred major in PR, journalism, English, or communications. Interested applicants must be able to commit to at least 30 hours per week. Qualified candidates will have a previous internship in communications, journalism, a political office or on the Hill, excellent writing skills, and a positive attitude and sense of humor. Photoshop experience is a plus. Intern responsibilities will include monitoring news on relevant policy areas and compile media reports, drafting social media posts and graphics on legislation, issue positions, and news items. Interns will also help brainstorm creative ways to concisely convey complex policy initiatives, draft press material, proof and edit documents from Senior Staff, and assist the Communications Director with special projects. Interested candidates should send their resume and two brief writing samples to WesternStateIntern@gmail.com. Writing samples may include: press release, advisory, professional Facebook post & corresponding tweet, school newspaper article, etc. MEM-114-15 The office of a western Republican House member is looking for an unpaid intern for Summer 2015. Candidates should be hardworking, detail-oriented, and professional with strong communication and writing skills. Western ties are a plus but not a requirement. Intern responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, providing general constituent services in the form of answering phone calls and sorting mail, leading Capitol tours, conducting research for staff members, drafting constituent correspondence, and attending hearings. Interested candidates should send their resume, a cover letter, and a brief writing sample to WesternStateIntern@gmail.com by May 15, 2015. MEM-113-15 The office of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02) is seeking a full-time communications intern for her Washington D.C. office. Ideal candidate must possess strong writing skills, be detail-oriented and professional. Intern will work directly with the communications director and members of the media. Responsibilities would include writing releases, monitoring social media and developing media strategies. Position is unpaid and serves to provide professional and educational value to participants. Office is flexible in allowing intern to attend hearings and briefings as well as work with LA’s on issues of their interest. Potential applicants must be willing to work in a fast-paced environment and be interested in learning more about the legislative process. Candidates with photography and graphic design experience strongly encouraged to apply. Please send resume and cover letter to internship.in02@gmail.com. MEM-112-15 The office of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (IN-02) is seeking full-time interns for her Washington D.C. office for summer/fall of 2015. Ideal candidate would be professional, dependable and possess a strong writing skills and work ethic. Responsibilities include phone assistance, constituent correspondence, Capitol tours and other legislative projects. Positions are unpaid and serve to provide professional and educational value to participants. Office is flexible in allowing interns to attend hearings and briefings as well as work with LA’s on issues of their interest. Candidates must be willing to work in a fast-paced environment and be interested in learning more about the legislative process. Please send resume and cover letter to internship.in02@gmail.com. MEM-109-15 The House Democratic Caucus is looking for a full time press intern with availability beginning immediately. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) assisting with press clips, production and editing of studio videos, staffing of live stream events, graphic design, formatting and extracting large quantities of data, and assisting in team projects. Applicants should be self-starters, motivated, detail-oriented, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to problem solve and multi-task. Experience in Adobe Suite or other design software and proficiency in Spanish highly preferred. Experience and interest in press operations and the congressional process is a plus. Minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be either college/graduate students or Congressional internship program participants. Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter detailing availability to DemCaucusPressIntern@Gmail.com. MEM-107-15 Congresswoman Candice S. Miller (R-MI) seeks legislative interns for Summer 2015. Interns will work in a fast-paced congressional office, gaining valuable exposure and knowledge of the legislative process and the United States Congress. Intern responsibilities include greeting constituents, managing constituent phone calls, and assisting staff with administrative tasks. Interns will also have the opportunity to conduct legislative research, assist with constituent correspondence, and attend legislative briefings, congressional hearings, receptions, and press events. Requirements: Interns must have a good attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent written and oral communication skills. Successful interns will be able to find information with little assistance, be able to work both independently as well as part of a team environment, and possess a strong attention to detail. Applicants should have working knowledge of current events and policy topics, as well as a willingness to perform a variety of tasks and administrative functions. Michigan ties are preferred, but not required. To apply, please send cover letter and resume to MI10Intern@gmail.com. MEM-106-15 Illinois Republican is looking for current college students for a Congressional internship. These internships are available starting now on either a full-time or part-time basis. Qualified candidates will be highly organized, prompt, responsible, and ready to work in a fast paced environment. Strong oral and communication skills are a must. Daily duties will include assisting staff, answering phones, organizing mail, giving tours of the Capitol Building, and attending hearings and briefings for legislative staff. Interns will gain valuable Capitol Hill experience and further their understanding of the legislative process. Illinois ties are preferred but not necessary. All interested applicants should email their resume and/or cover letter to midwestinternship@gmail.com. MEM-105-15 Midwest Republican seeks full time hard working intern for immediate hire. Responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to, answering phone calls, assisting with the mail program, providing constituent tours, attending various briefings, and providing research for the legislative staff. Qualified candidates will have exceptional writing skills, strong communication skills, ability to work in a fast paced working environment, and have an interest in learning more about the legislative process. Send a resume and a cover letter to Stephen.Hostelley@mail.house.gov. Ohio candidates are strongly preferred. MEM-103-15 Nevada Republican seeks an unpaid communications intern for Summer 2015. Interns will work in a fast-paced Congressional office, gaining valuable exposure and knowledge of the communications process and the United States Congress. Communication intern responsibilities include tracking and reporting on social media and news story comments, drafting social media posts, establishing and managing a twitter account, and reaching out to local/national reporters on social media. Interns will also have the opportunity to attend events and committee meetings to take photos and videos, work with the communications director to put press releases on the website, and assist with writing projects at the discretion of the communications director. Interns will also help facilitate our constituent communications program and guide constituents on tours of the US Capitol building. Our office seeks an intern with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent written and oral communication skills. Successful interns will be selfstarters, take and listen to direction, and be willing to work both independently and as a member of a team environment. Applicants must have a working knowledge of current events and policy topics as well as a willingness to assist with daily communication tasks. Nevada ties strongly preferred. Interns must be able to commit a minimum of three full days a week (9:00 am- 6:00 pm) with the option of working full-time, June through August. Students are welcome to apply. If interested, please send a cover letter, updated resume, sample of a social media post for a congressperson, and references to kelsey.wolfgram@mail.house.gov. MEM-102-15 Florida Democrat seeks intern for Washington, D.C. office during the spring 2015 semester. Applicants should be available to start immediately. Candidates should also be motivated, enthusiastic, and possess strong interpersonal skills. The internship will provide exposure to all areas of a legislative office. Interns will be responsible for assisting the team with phones, mail, tours, flag-requests, and related front office duties. Additional tasks, including drafting constituent correspondence, research projects, and attending hearings may be assigned on a case-by-case basis. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are interested in learning about the workings of Capitol Hill and the legislative process in a busy Congressional office. Both full and part time internships are available. To apply, please send an e-mail DCInternships.Grayson@mail.house.gov with your cover letter, résumé, and two writing samples (not to exceed one page each). Please PDF your attachments, and use the following format for your subject line: [First Name] [Last Name] – [Desired Semester] Internship Candidate. MEM-101-15 Congressman Mark Takano seeks an enthusiastic, professional student or recent graduate to start an immediate Internship this spring to assist in his DC Office. Applicants should be organized, hard-working, and have excellent oral and written communication skills. Responsibilities include administrative tasks, contributing to the office correspondence process, performing legislative research, attending hearings and briefings, and conducting constituent tours. To apply, please email cover letter, resume, and available dates to ca41intern@gmail.com with “2015 Spring Internship” in the subject line. MEM-100-15 The Office of Representative Kevin Brady (TX-08) is currently seeking a full time intern with stipend for our Washington, D.C. office. Qualified candidates are well organized, with good oral and written communication skills, and possess a strong interest in learning about the political process and congressional affairs. Duties include but are not limited to, answering phones, compiling briefing binders, batching mail, performing legislative research, and attending briefings. Interns interact heavily with constituents so a positive attitude is a must. Applicants must be detail oriented with a strong work ethic and an eagerness to represent the 8th district of Texas. Previous Hill experience not required. Interested Candidates should send a resume and cover letter to: TX08intern@gmail.com. MEM-099-15 Congresswoman Suzan DelBene seeks full time interns for her Washington, D.C. office. Preference will be given to those able to start immediately. Interns will work in a fast-paced congressional office, gaining valuable experience and knowledge of the United States Congress. Intern responsibilities include greeting constituents and handling constituent phone calls, assisting staff with administrative tasks, conducting research, and assisting with constituent correspondence. Washington, D.C. interns will have the opportunity to lead tours of the U.S. Capitol as well as attend hearings and briefings for the legislative staff. The ideal candidates will possess exceptional written and oral communication skills, a high degree of professionalism, as well as a strong interest in public service. Washington state ties are a plus, but are not required. Interested applicants should send a current resume and cover letter to Internship.DelBene@mail.house.gov. No phone calls please. MEM-096-15 The office of a New York Congressman seeks an unpaid press intern with exceptional writing and editing skills. Duties will include: authoring interesting and creative content for the website on various topics and other tasks as assigned. The intern must be highly motivated and have excellent writing and communication skills. All interested and qualified candidates should email a resume and three writing samples. Please submit all inquiries with the subject “Press Internship” to: NY.ResumeInbox@mail.house.gov. MEM-095-15 Energetic New York Democrat is seeking a highly motivated legislative intern to join his Washington, DC office for a part time unpaid internship this summer. 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-094-15 Conservative Republican seeks highly motivated summer intern for DC office. Successful candidates will be organized, hard-working, and detail-oriented. Intern will be responsible for assisting staff with legislative and administrative duties such as greeting visitors, drafting constituent correspondence, answering phones, and leading Capitol tours. Intern will also have opportunities to attend staff briefings and committee hearings to gain firsthand knowledge of the legislative process. The position is unpaid and the intern is responsible for finding housing in the DC area. Florida ties preferred. If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and available dates to fl11internship@gmail.com. No phone calls or walk-ins, please. MEM-087-15 The Office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) is seeking a fulltime or part-time Press and Social Media intern for the Summer of 2015. 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 "Norton Press Internship" in the subject line to william.washington@mail.house.gov. No phone calls or drop-ins please. MEM-086-15 The Office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) is seeking a fulltime or part-time intern for the Summer of 2015. This is an opportunity to learn about the inner-workings of a congressional office on the Hill in a fast-paced work environment. The internship allows access to briefings and interesting events related to a wide range of important issues. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, attending Congressional briefings, giving tours of the Capitol, conducting research, responding to constituent inquiries, and processing tour and flag requests. Qualified applicants should possess a professional and courteous demeanor, excellent communication skills, the ability to multi-task, fastidious attention to detail, and interest in the legislative and governmental process. To apply, please send a resume, three references, writing sample, and cover letter to william.washington@mail.house.gov, with the subject ‘Norton Internship’. No phone calls or drop-ins please. MEM-085-15 A Democratic California Congressman is seeking one intern to join his Washington, D.C. team for a part- or full-time, unpaid internship starting immediately and ending in June with the possibility for extension. Candidates should be self-starters and able to exercise good judgment on a wide-range of assignments in a fast-paced and busy office. Very strong writing skills with close attention to detail, along with a courteous demeanor are essential. Main responsibilities include: assisting with scheduling, answering phone calls, attending briefings and writing memos, processing mail and leading tours of the U.S. Capitol. A hard-working intern in our office will eventually move on to assisting staff with more complex legislative and press-related projects. Candidates with California ties, especially to the San Fernando Valley, and previous internship/work experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Please email resume and cover letter in PDF format to Intern.Resume@mail.house.gov. MEM-084-15 The office of Congressman Bill Johnson (R-OH) is currently seeking highly motivated and organized applicants for a full or part-time unpaid internship for summer 2015. The internship will be broken down into two sessions, the first running from mid-May to early July and second from early July until late August. Candidates will only be allowed to participate in one session. Starting and ending dates are flexible depending on candidate’s schedule. Candidates should possess interest in the legislative process, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail. Responsibilities will mostly include, but are not limited to: answering constituent calls, leading tours of the U.S. Capitol, attending and summarizing briefings for legislative staff, and performing various administrative tasks. Ohio ties are preferred. If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to intern.oh06@gmail.com with "2015 Summer Internship" in the subject line. No phone calls or walk-ins will be accepted. MEM-080-15 The office of Congressman Bruce Westerman is seeking full-time interns for summer 2015. Qualified candidates will be hardworking, motivated self-starters, detail-oriented, and professional with strong communication and writing skills. Daily duties as an intern will include, but are not limited to, providing general constituent services in the form of answering phone calls and sorting mail, leading Capitol tours, conducting research for staff members, drafting constituent correspondence, and attending hearings. Arkansas ties are a plus but not a requirement. This internship is unpaid. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample to Victoria.Bell@mail.house.gov. MEM-079-15 Hawaii Democratic Office is currently seeking highly motivated summer intern. Successful candidates will be well-organized, hard-working and detail-oriented. Intern responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, assisting staff with legislative, administrative, constituent relations and press activities. Interns will answer and screen telephone calls, greet visitors, assist staff, attend hearing and briefings, lead Capitol tours and write legislative correspondence. Hawaii ties preferred. Email cover letter, resume, and references to: hawaiidemocrat@gmail.com. MEM-077-15 Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI) is seeking a full-time congressional intern for her Washington, D.C. office for winter/spring 2015. This internship position will provide individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced Congressional office while receiving hands-on political experience. Duties include answering phones, leading U.S. Capitol tours and assisting staff members with research and special projects. There will also be frequent opportunities to attend legislative hearings of personal interest. The ideal candidate will be motivated; detail orientated and possesses strong communication and writing skills. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates seeking Hill experience. Michigan ties are preferred. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to kevin.rambosk@mail.house.gov. MEM-075-15 Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) is currently seeking a full-time intern to start mid-March with a flexible end date. Ideal candidates have excellent writing and research skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to go above and beyond what is asked. Intern responsibilities include researching and writing Congressional correspondence, helping constituents find information and fielding constituent phone calls. This internship also provides the opportunity to work closely with staff members and assist in various projects. Washington ties are preferred, but are not required. If interested, please send a resume, cover letter and a writing sample to taylor.paquette@mail.house.gov. Please include "WA-02 Internship" in the subject line. MEM-071-15 The Office of Congressman Ami Bera (D-CA) seeks professional, dependable, and enthusiastic student or recent graduate for an unpaid congressional internship working closely with the administrative and legislative teams on a variety of tasks. Intern duties include, but are not limited to, answering phone calls, attending briefings and hearings, conducting tours of the Capitol building, researching legislation & drafting policy memos for the Congressman, writing constituent correspondence, and various day-to-day office tasks. Applicants should possess excellent written and oral communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs. Sacramento, CA ties preferred. Internship to start mid-March or early April. Please send resume and cover letter to bera.resume@mail.house.gov. MEM-070-15 The Office of Congressman Ami Bera (D-CA) seeks professional, dependable, and enthusiastic student or recent graduate for an unpaid communications internship working closely with the communications team on a variety of tasks. Background/study in communications, journalism, public relations, or similar field preferred. Duties will include: drafting and posting web content and social media, drafting other written materials (constituent letters, memos, press releases, etc.), compiling daily press clips, answering office phones, and other administrative tasks as assigned. Sacramento, CA ties preferred. Internship to start mid-March or early April. Please send resume, cover letter, and a short writing sample to bera.resume@mail.house.gov.

US House Job Opportunities -- April 27th, 2015

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 April 27, 2015 MEM-119-15 Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth seeks an experienced Senior Legislative Assistant. Responsibilities will include managing the Congresswoman’s Oversight and Government Reform Committee portfolio, including her role as Ranking Member of the Transportation Subcommittee; managing her work on transportation, manufacturing, small business, tax/budget, appropriations, labor, and trade issues; serving as the Member’s liaison to the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) and the Friends of Thailand Caucus; coordinating vote recommendations and reports from the legislative team; and helping oversee the member's legislative agenda. The ideal candidate will be proactive, resourceful, a strong team player, and will have substantial Hill experience as a legislative staffer. Strong oral and written communications skills, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and good judgment are essential. Veterans, minorities, women, and those with Illinois ties are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to kalina.bakalov@mail.house.gov. MEM-117-15 West Coast Democrat seeks an innovative and self-directed Press Aide/Press Secretary to work in his Washington, DC office. Duties of the position include but are not limited to: • Coordinating and managing all district and national communications operations. • Developing and executing a proactive press strategy. • Drafting written materials including press releases, op-eds, and talking points. • Planning and coordinating press conferences and other media events. • Pitching and booking interviews with local and national media outlets. • Overseeing all social media platforms and website content. • Building and maintaining excellent relationships with members of the district and national media and acting as a spokesperson for the Member. Qualifications and Skills for the position: • Exceptional oral and written communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills. • Excellent writing skills with a strong attention to detail. • The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. • Applicants should have superior organizational abilities. • A successful candidate will be discreet, goal oriented, and driven. • Applicants should have prior relevant press experience and demonstrated social media expertise. • A sense of humor and the ability to work well as an individual and as a member of a team. • Spanish fluency is required. • An ideal candidate will have an undergraduate or graduate degree in communications or journalism and/or relevant professional experience. If interested, please email a resume, cover letter, references, and salary history to CAJobs@mail.house.gov with “Press Aide/Press Secretary” in the subject line. Salary will be commensurate with experience. This is not an entry level position. The deadline to apply is May 4, 2015. MEM-116-15 A Maryland Democrat is seeking a high energy, highly-organized, and detail oriented Field Representative for his District Office. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Serve as the official representative for the Member in the local community. • Act as liaison with federal, district, and local government agencies, political officials, and other community organizations to form effective relationships for the Member. • Monitor and update the Member and District Directors on district and local issues of importance. • Staff and provide logistical support for scheduled district meetings and events for the Member. • Assess local and casework related issues for problems requiring possible legislative action; make recommendations to the District Directors and Chief of Staff. • Answer casework correspondence and verbal communications with constituents. • Provide casework assistance to constituents in a timely and efficient manner; proactively follow up on all open cases until a resolution is reached. • Train and supervise a staff of Interns to handle routine Office matters, such as incoming correspondence, visitors, telephone calls, and other issues that may arise. QUALIFICATIONS: • Thoroughness and careful attention to detail. • Ability to work well under pressure while juggling multiple tasks with competing priorities. • Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in fulfillment of casework responsibilities. • Availability to work long hours, including nights and weekends, if needed. • Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others. • Strong oral and written communication skills. • Thorough knowledge of legislative process. • Knowledge of all issues and events in the district in which the Member is involved. • A working knowledge of the VA and military issues are preferred, but not required. • Maryland ties are a plus. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to MD06Jobs@mail.house.gov. No phone calls are walk-ins please. MEM-111-15 Senior Democratic Congresswoman seeks an experienced, organized and detail-oriented Scheduler/Office Manager for the Washington, D.C. office. Responsibilities include managing office calendars and visitor access to Member and staff in front office, organizing and tracking invitations, speaking engagements, travel reservations and other requests for the Member, coordinating with district staff, and maintaining administrative demands. The Scheduler/Office Manager will work closely with other staff members, particularly senior staffers, to ensure efficient and seamless office operations. Ideal candidates are flexible, responsive, collaborative, work well under pressure and on short deadlines, and are able to balance competing demands. Candidates must be available to assist the Member outside of regular business hours. Applicants should also have a positive attitude, excellent organizational skills, strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, political instincts and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is not an entry-level position. Previous Capitol Hill operational and/or scheduling experience is required. Ohio ties preferred. No phone calls, emails or drop-bys. Please submit cover letter, resume, and at least two references to Midwestern.Resume@mail.house.gov. MEM-110-15 Midwestern Democrat seeks Legislative Correspondent with strong research, writing, organizational and communications skills. Qualified candidates will have experience working in the House, a strong understanding of the legislative process and have worked with IQ. This position will be responsible for researching and drafting responses to constituents, building and maintaining constituent group mailing lists, and managing some legislative issues. Resumes and cover letters should be submitted by c.o.b. May 1 to job.app@mail.house.gov. MEM-108-15 Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives seeks a prolific writer. The writer will be responsible for writing in the Member’s unique voice for a weekly newsletter, op-eds, speeches, floor statements, press releases and more. The successful candidate may have decades of writing experience or s/he may be a gifted recent graduate who can adeptly turn a phrase. An ability to digest complicated policies and turn them into short and concise articles or statements is a necessity. The qualified applicant will have the ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment with short deadlines. Basic knowledge and understanding of web site technology for producing and sending newsletter is a must. Please submit a resume and several types of writing samples to: job.app@mail.house.gov by close of business May 1st. MEM-104-15 Committee on Ethics has an opening for a Staff Assistant. Duties include: answering telephones; 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. This is a non-partisan position which requires the ability to serve all Members of Congress equally and refrain from political or partisan activity. 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. Applicant Instructions: Please email cover letter and resume with “Staff Assistant” in the subject line to ethicsjobs@mail.house.gov. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE MEM-098-15 The Majority staff of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs is seeking a health care professional with expert knowledge of drug interactions, pathology, and general issues regarding quality of care to serve as a Committee Investigator. Clinical experience and/or healthcare-related investigatory background preferred. Veterans with requisite experience strongly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should send their cover letter, resume, references and writing samples to VAR.Resumes@Mail.house.gov with “Health Care Investigator” in the subject line. No walk-ins please. MEM-097-15 The Majority staff of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs is seeking a federal contracting professional with expert knowledge of federal statutes and regulations pertaining to acquisitions and procurement to serve as a Committee Investigator. At least 5 years of federal government acquisitions and procurement experience preferred, as is experience with facility construction contracts. Veterans with requisite experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should send their cover letter, resume, references and writing samples to VAR.Resumes@Mail.house.gov with “Contract Investigator” in the subject line. No walk-ins please. MEM-092-15 California Democrat (Rep. Jerry McNerney) seeks experienced communications director to develop and execute aggressive, proactive longterm media and outreach strategy. Responsibilities include serving as chief spokesperson, successfully pitching stories and press events to both national and local media outlets, responding to media inquiries, effectively messaging policy and other priorities, maintaining an active new media profile, and writing press releases, op-eds, speeches, talking points, and franked mail. Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong editing and proofreading abilities, and the desire to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced environment are required. Candidate must be comfortable working closely with the Member and staff. Ideal candidate would be politically astute and have a good sense of humor. Desired qualities include the ability to respond to challenging situations quickly and strategically. This position requires non-traditional hours and travel to the District. California ties, Hill experience, and Spanish literacy are a plus. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to: McNerneyResumes@mail.house.gov. No calls or drop ins, please. MEM-091-15 The Democratic staff of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform is seeking a mid-level Health Counsel with 5 to 10 years of congressional experience on health policy issues including ACA, Medicare, and Medicaid. Attorneys with investigative or litigation experience are preferred. Candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply. Please send resume and cover letter to oversightjobs@mail.house.gov. Please no phone calls.

Reservationist and Membership Assistant -- Capitol Hill Club

The Capitol Hill Club is accepting applications for the position Reservationist and Membership Assistant. The position reports directly to the Membership Director and provides administrative support to the Membership Director. The Assistant is responsible for coordinating reservations via phone, email on on-line for the main dining room and special events in the Clubhouse. The Assistant provides coverage at the Concierge desk as needed, maintains membership records, reciprocal club files, updates to the Club Website and daily events board. The person chosen for the position must be organized, detailed and have an understanding of reservations. They will be a have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, PowerPoint, internet research and applications, must have the ability to work successfully and independently in a dynamic and challenging work environment. The chosen candidate will have at least two years of administrative experience in a professional office, must be able to speak, read, write and understand English. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team with a competitive compensation and excellent benefits, please send your resume with Reservationist in the subject line. Contact: richard@capitolhillclub.org

Director, Government Relations -- Waterways Council, Inc.

Director, Government Relations Waterways Council, Inc. Waterways Council, Inc., the national advocacy organization of inland waterways stakeholders, is seeking a Director of Government Relations. The principle mission of Waterways Council is to advocate for a modern, efficient and reliable inland waterways transportation system. The ideal candidate would possess expertise in Congressional processes and procedures with an emphasis on infrastructure issues. Experience with authorization or appropriations committees or service on the personal staff of a Member of the House of Representatives or the United States Senate is an essential qualification. The Director, Government Relations is the organization’s manager for capital investment and operations & maintenance of the inland waterways transportation system. This individual functions as the WCI’s liaison to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and to the Congressional Committees with jurisdiction over the Civil Works mission of the USACE. WCI employs a mix of full-time staff and expert consultants to achieve its mission. In accomplishing its mission, WCI interacts with Federal Executive Branch agencies, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Office of Management and Budget, and the United States Coast Guard. We also advocate before Congress, state legislatures, as well as cities and towns along the Nation’s inland waterways. The successful candidate will be able to work forthrightly with competing interests in complex situations. The individual will be able to recommend and implement strategies for achieving the organization’s goals and objectives. The individual should be familiar with grassroots advocacy technology, media relations and direct lobbying, and other advocacy measures. We offer a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits. The successful candidate will work from our Capitol Hill office in Washington, D.C. www.waterwayscouncil.com