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Communications Director - New York Congressman

2008-05-15T15:43:00Z

Active New York Democratic Member seeks Communications Director. Duties include planning and implementing an overarching press plan, planning weekly events, working with legislative and district staff to generate press stories and responding to all media inquiries. New York ties a plus.

Applicants should enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and should be entrepreneurial and aggressive in generating ideas. This is not an entry-level position: candidates must have relevant experience on the Hill or in the media. Salary commensurate with experience. Send cover letter and resume to Press.Opening@mail.house.gov.

Communications Director - U.S. Congress

2008-05-15T14:12:00Z

Congressman Brian Baird (D-WA) is seeking a Communications Director. Duties include developing and implementing a comprehensive communications strategy, including: writing press releases, floor statements and editorials; responding to press inquiries; producing newsletters and e-newsletters; proactively creating new media opportunities, fostering strong relationships with media contacts, and managing office website. A successful candidate will be an excellent writer with good interpersonal skills and a sense of humor. Minimum of 2-3 years experience required, this is not an entry level position. Salary commensurate with experience. E-mail cover letter, writing sample, and resume to Lisa Austin, Chief of Staff at: BairdResume@mail.house.gov

Executive Assistant: Democratic Congresswoman

2008-05-07T21:14:00Z

Executive Assistant: Progressive Midwestern Democratic Congresswoman seeks organized, hardworking individual to manage Member scheduling and some office management, (including office finances and intern supervision). Capitol Hill or private sector experience in these areas strongly preferred. Ideal candidate would be familiar with Member office management duties including vouchers, travel arrangements, scheduling, and office equipment purchases and maintenance. Candidates need excellent organization and multitasking skills, in addition to motivation, energy, and flexibility. Job also requires that candidate have a car since driving the Member is required as needed for events/meetings. Minorities strongly encouraged to apply. EOE. Fax to 202-225-8135, ATTN: Executive Asst Opening, or hand deliver to 1239 Longworth HOB. Do NOT mail via USPS.

PRESS SECRETARY – Southwestern Democratic Representative

2008-05-07T00:01:00Z

Southwestern Democrat is seeking a Press Secretary in a very active, pro-active press office. Candidates should have very strong writing and verbal communications skills. The ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines and think quickly on your feet a must. Daily duties include writing press release, talking points, op-eds and e-mail newsletters as well as pitching stories and responding to press inquiries. Those who lack a sense of humor and do not play well with others need not apply. Position based in District Office, with potential for relocation to D.C., after 6 months. Send cover letter, resume and writing sample to SouthwesternDemocrat@gmail.com

LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT - House of Representatives

2008-05-07T00:00:00Z

LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT – Progressive Urban Midwestern Democrat seeks a hard-working individual to write letters to respond to a large volume of constituent mail on a variety of subjects. Excellent and fast writing and organization skills are a must. In addition, all applicants must have a car as occasional driving of the Member will be required. Prior Hill experience is strongly preferred. Please fax cover letter, resume, three brief writing samples, and salary requirements to Legislative Director at 202-225-8135.

Legislative Assistant - House of Representatives

2008-05-01T16:27:00Z

Appropriations Committee Democrat looking for an experienced individual to serve as Legislative Assistant. Legislative Hill experience a requirement. Excellent communication and management skills required. Legislative duties will relate to Committee work and is subject to candidates experience, qualifications, and office requirements. Please email resume, references, cover letter, and writing sample to Midwestern.resume@mail.house.gov. No calls, drop-ins, or faxes please.

Press Secretary - Rep. Henry Cuellar

2008-05-01T15:31:00Z

Texas Democrat seeks proactive press secretary for busy DC personal office. Position requires knowledge of media operations including: media plan development and execution, writing skills, website management, budgeting and franking rules. Hill experience required. Spanish language skills a plus. Qualified applicants email resume to: response@mail.house.gov

Senate Subcommittee Staff Director - Senior Democratic Senator

2008-04-23T02:39:00Z

Senior Democratic Senator is looking for a seasoned staffer to lead the Subcommittee staff. Prerequisites for the position include: minimum of 5-10 years of Capitol Hill or federal agency experience, policy experience in workforce development, familiarity with labor policy issues, a working knowledge of Senate and HELP Committee and experience teaching and mentoring professional policy staff. Send resumes to: workforcestaffdirector@gmail.com.

Investigator - Midwestern Democratic Committee Chairman

2008-04-22T22:14:00Z

Midwestern Democratic Committee Chairman seeks an experienced, selfmotivated, and energetic Investigator. Successful candidate will have strong research and writing skills and excellent analytical, organizational, and computer skills. The ideal candidate is a college graduate with 2-3 years oversight/investigative experience. Hill experience is a plus. Please email cover letter and resume to mailbox@aging.senate.gov.

Archivist - Senior Senators (2)

2008-04-22T22:12:00Z

Two senior Senators seek a full-time, experienced Archivist to divide his/her time between each office. Responsibilities will include overseeing office records management, policies, and procedures, maintenance of reference library, and the documentation and preservation of papers, photos, and other historical items. Position requires the ability to work autonomously and experience creating and maintaining databases using Microsoft products such as Sharepoint, Access, and Excel. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with Congressional records and archival practices, and should have excellent communication skills, an ability to handle multiple tasks, and strong organizational skills. Hours are flexible. Please e-mail cover letter, resume, and references to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.