Legislative Assistant – Progressive Midwest Democrat is seeking a legislative assistant to work in a fast-paced office on Judiciary Committee issues (with an emphasis on immigration and choice) and health care. Previous Hill experience is preferred. Candidates should possess strong communications skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. We are seeking a highly-organized and productive self-starter and a team player. Minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should e-mail (cathy.hurwit@mail.house.gov) or fax (202-226-6890) a resume and a writing sample, or mail them to: Cathy Hurwit, Chief of Staff, Office of Rep. Jan Schakowsky, 1027 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515. No telephone calls, please.

The Office of Congressman Steve Pearce is seeking to hire a new Staff Assistant in the Washington Office.   This individual must have good organizational and interpersonal skills, and will be responsible for a number of duties in the office.  New Mexico ties a MUST!   We are looking to fill this position IMMEDIATELY.  Please fax resume and cover letter Attn: Jim Richards, at 202-225-9599 or email to Jim.Richards@mail.house.gov.

Progressive California Democrat seeks Staff Assistant to greet visitors, answer phones, and respond to constituent requests for general information, tours, flags and other inquiries.   The position also manages mail distribution, the office supply account, and other general office matters as required.  Additional responsibilities will include tracking floor activities and processing press clips.  Spanish fluency a plus.  Please send cover letter, resume and writing samples to Tony.Buckles@mail.house.gov  or fax to (202) 225-9073, ATTN: Tony Buckles.

Feb. 2^nd

Congressman Randy Neugebauer (R-TX) is seeking a Scheduler/Executive Assistant.  Must be able to successfully handle multiple tasks, including scheduling requirements for active Member who travels frequently and some office manager duties.  Please fax resumes to 202-225-9615, attn. Gayland Barksdale.  No phone calls, please.

Congressman Denny Rehberg (R-MT) seeks Interns for an immediate opening in busy Capitol Hill office.  Candidates should be hard working and interested in learning about the legislative process.  Interns will assist in general office support including mail, giving Capitol tours and drafting letters to constituents. Organization, motivation, excellent writing skills and a positive attitude are required.  Internships are unpaid.  Please e-mail resumes to David.Faith@mail.house.gov <mailto:David.Faith@mail.house.gov>.

Jan. 31^st

Congressman Tom Davis is looking for a Legislative Assistant.  Likely issues include taxation, health care, Social Security, trade, financial services, energy and environment. Candidates must have two years of Hill experience and strong writing/analytical skills.  11^th district ties strongly preferred.  Please e-mail cover letter and resume to bill.womack@mail.house.gov

Scheduler - Western Republican Senator is seeking an experienced Scheduler. Duties include making travel arrangements, sorting/accepting/regretting invites, and coordinating and managing the Senator’s complete schedule. Candidates must be highly organized and efficient, pay great attention to detail and possess the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please fax cover letter and resume to (202) 228-0359 ATTN: Office Manager.

The office of Congresswoman Anne Northup (KY) is seeking a highly motivated and organized staffer to fill a Legislative Correspondent position.  Kentucky ties a plus.  Qualified individuals should e-mail resumes to clinton.blair@mail.house.gov <mailto:Clinton.blair@mail.house.gov>.

For Rep. Sander Levin [D-MI] -- Senior Democrat Seeks Legislative Assistant to handle broad issue profile including Transportation, Veterans, Banking, and International Relations (including outreach to constituency groups). The ideal candidate would have Hill experience (including some appropriations experience), excellent analytical and writing skills, and be a team player willing to pitch in on a variety of office priorities. Qualified applicants should fax a resume to 202-226-1033.

Rep. Joseph Crowley (D-NY) - Member of the Democratic Leadership seeks Press Secretary. New York ties preferred. Seeking motivated, high energy press secretary for active, fast paced office. Candidate must have previous experience  writing press releases, pitching stories, working with reporters. Candidate must have excellent attention to detail, and be able to multi-task in a fast paced office. Spanish language skills a big plus.  Please send cover letter, resume and writing samples, to (202) 226-6782.  No calls please.

Jan. 28^th

Senior House Democrat on Ways and Means Seeks Trade and Tax Legislative Counsel. Ideal candidate would have Hill experience in trade issue and/or international trade law experience with an incredible interest in tax policy. Position requires tremendous analytical and writing abilities, an ability to tackle complex issues, and a passion for promoting sound trade policy. Please fax resumes to 202-226-1033.

Conservative member seeks pro-active, organized Scheduler.  Applicants must be pro-life, conservative Republicans.  Please provide your résumé, a list of your home state(s), and a cover letter outlining your skills.  Salary commensurate with experience.  Please send this information to RSC@mail.house.gov with the required subject line "Scheduler Opening."

Legislative Assistant- Southern conservative Democrat, (Rep Mike Ross) Member of Energy & Commerce Committee and Blue Dog Coalition seeks experienced individual to handle health, social security, and Medicare policy issues. Member has strong interest in healthcare issues, therefore, healthcare policy experience preferred. Other social policy issues are included in portfolio and LA is also responsible for responding to constituent correspondence. Interactive personality, understanding of the legislative process, excellent writing and analytical skills required. Salary commiserate with experience. Interested candidates should submit cover letter, resume, and short writing sample via fax (202) 225-1314 or to 314 Cannon H.O.B. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. No phone calls please.

Deadline for submissions: Friday, February 4th.

Jan. 27^th

Scheduler/Executive Assistant - Republican Congressman from Illinois is looking for Scheduler/Executive Assistant to coordinate the Congressman's schedule and travel.  Responsibilities include putting together the daily/weekly/monthly schedules, accepting and regretting all invitations and requests, as well as coordinating DC and district travel.  Other duties as assigned.  Illinois ties and experience preferred.  Send resumes to jpforcash@hotmail.com.  No Calls Please.

Communications Director - Progressive Democrat is seeking experienced Communications Director responsible for coordinating and directing congressional office-communications activities. A successful candidate will demonstrate strong writing skills, good interpersonal skills, flexibility, attention to detail, possess experience in designing and maintaining Web sites, and be willing to travel to the district. A minimum of three years of related work experience is required; Capitol Hill experience is preferred but not required. The candidate will be responsible for contacting both local and national media, coordinating press conferences, and for writing press releases, op-eds, and newsletters. A bachelor's degree is required. The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and a short writing sample to Leon Buck at leon.buck@mail.house.gov, or fax the materials to 202-226-1808. No telephone calls, please. Application deadline: Friday, February 4, 2005.

Legislative Counsel - Progressive, active and hard-working Democratic Member of the Congressional Black Caucus is seeking a candidate whose primary responsibility will be to handle issues dealing with the House Committee on Science, including but not limited to, NASA, energy and the environment, all Health matters, including Medicaid and Medicare, and Social Security. The candidate should be creative, pro-active, have strong written and verbal skills and the ability to work under pressure, and work long hours. Candidate must absolutely have a law degree. Please send a resume, one short writing sample, and a list of three employment references. Capitol Hill experience is preferable. Minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants can send credentials to Leon.Buck@mail.house.gov, or fax materials to 202-226-1608. No telephone calls, please.

Staff Assistant-New York Democratic Representative seeks candidates for entry-level position in active, fast-paced office.  Responsibilities include driving the Member, answering telephones, processing tour and flag requests and more.  Our office promotes from within, so candidates should have excellent verbal and written communication skills.   Must have car and valid driver's license.  Qualified applicants should send a resume to staffasst2005@mail.house.gov.

Active Member of Democratic Leadership representing a very diverse and multi-lingual district seeks entry level  Staff Assistant/Systems Administrator. Responsibilities include answering phones, greeting constituents, data entry, managing computer system, data entry of constituent mail, flags and tours. Must have experience with computers, web, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access and other software systems. Preference will be given to people with New York connections, minority applicants are encouraged to apply. Salary low $20's.   Please send resume and write sample via fax to (202) 226-6782. No Calls Please

Congressman Rick Renzi (AZ-01) is seeking motivated students and recent college graduates interested in interning on Capitol Hill.  Responsibilities include general office support, constituent services, researching/writing constituent letters, and some legislative research.  A positive attitude and good work ethic are a must!  All internships are unpaid.  Interested candidates should send their resume, a writing sample and references to josh.graham@mail.house.gov

Legislative Assistant – Ways and Means Democrat seeks hard-working individual to handle W&M issues of health and human resources. Responsibilities could also include immigration, education and other issues, depending on experience and expertise. The ideal candidate has solid written and verbal skills, and must be a team player. Possessing a jurisdoctorate is a plus. Candidate must have substantive Hill or directly related experience (2+ years). This is not an entry-level position. Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. Please e-mail a resume and a cover letter to jobs.becerra@mail.house.gov. No telephone calls, please.

Jan. 25^th

Press Secretary, Senator Chuck Schumer, NYC, NY
We're looking for a Press Secretary in Senator Chuck Schumer's New York City government office.  This person would serve as Chuck's primary liaison to the New York City and Long Island press corps and would be responsible for generating and managing his coverage there.  The person who takes this job would also be responsible for the conception, creation, and execution of Chuck's Sunday press conferences.  Previous holders of this job have been encouraged but not required to spend between one and three days a week in Washington. 

Press experience (pitching and some form of on-the-record - not just press advance) is required. Knowledge of Metro NYC is a huge plus.     
We are going to make this hire very quickly, so we are quickly trying to gather some resumes. If you or anyone you know are interested in the job, please submit resumes ASAP to stu_loeser@schumer.senate.gov  

If you/they are a New Yorker and/or already live in New York, please make sure that is clear in the message.    

Stu Loeser  Communications Director  US Senator Charles E. Schumer  (202) 224-7433 * (212) 486-3627 * (917) 647-9187

Jan. 21^st

Congressman Brian Baird is seeking a Legislative Director.  The Legislative Director will manage the Congressman's legislative staff and agenda as well and handle transportation appropriations, small business issues and taxes. Expertise on Hill practice and procedure, and excellent writing ability required.  Strong management skills, the ability to take initiative, think creatively and work energetically a must.  Please e-mail cover letter and resume to Lisa.Boyd@mail.house.gov

The Office of Congressman Steve Pearce is looking to hire a new Staff Assistant in Washington office ASAP.  Must have New Mexico connections (second district a plus), and strong organizational, verbal, and interpersonal skills.  Spanish-speakers a plus.  Salary commiserate with experience. Contact Jim Richards with resume: jim.richards@mail.house.gov or fax to 202-226-1853.

Communications Director – Progressive Democrat is seeking experienced Communications Director responsible for coordinating and directing congressional office-communications activities. A successful candidate will demonstrate strong writing skills, good interpersonal skills, flexibility, attention to detail, possess experience in designing and maintaining Web sites, and be willing to travel to the district. A minimum of three years of related work experience is required; Capitol Hill experience is preferred but not required. The candidate will be responsible for contacting both local and national media, coordinating press conferences, and for writing press releases, op-eds, and newsletters. A bachelor's degree is required. The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and a short writing sample to Leon Buck at leon.buck@mail.house.gov, or fax the materials to 202-226-1808. No telephone calls, please. The application deadline is Friday, February 4, 2005.

Counsel – Senior Democratic Senator is looking for a proactive, knowledgeable counsel to work on Judiciary Subcommittee staff. Responsibilities to include developing, monitoring and managing Judiciary legislation, preparing for hearings and assisting in all matters related to the jurisdiction of the Judiciary Committee. Candidates must possess no less than two years of related policy experience, excellent research and writing skills, and strong analytical and communication skills. Must also be a team player, able to work well under pressure and with quick deadlines. Hill experience preferred; Senate/Committee experience a plus. Please fax resume and cover letter indicating job referral number 011801 to (202) 224-4477. 

Professional Staff Member - Democratic Senator has senior policy position available on Committee staff working on Social Security, pension, and retirement issues. Candidates must possess 5 years of related policy experience, excellent research and writing skills, and strong analytical and communication skills. Hill experience required, Senate/Committee experience preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. Fax resumes to Paul Bock at (202) 224-9787.

Professional Staff Member - Democratic Senator has senior policy position available on Committee staff working on health care issues. Candidates must possess 5 years of health policy experience, excellent research and writing skills, and strong analytical and communication skills. Hill experience required, Senate/Committee experience preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. Fax resumes to Paul Bock at (202) 224-9787.

Legislative Assistant – Senior Southern Republican Senator seeks Legislative Assistant to handle domestic issues. Some of the issues that may be covered include tax, Social Security, banking, homeland security and healthcare. Candidates must have Hill experience and a background with some of the issues listed. Applicants must have strong analytical, writing and communications skills. Law degree preferred. The Legislative Assistant will handle relevant

legislative and constituent work. Please fax cover letter and resume to (202)-228-1078.

Jan. 18^th

The Senate Republican Policy Committee is looking to hire a Senior Health Care Analyst.  Applicants should have a minimum of 4 years of Hill and/or Administration experience in health care issues and have strong research and writing skills.  Fax resume and cover letter to: RPC Staff Director at 224-1235.  DO NOT CALL.

Press Secretary - Senior Republican Senator has an opening for a press secretary in the Washington office.  Must have at least 3-4 years experience, great attention to detail, and excellent writing skills. Prior Capitol Hill work strongly preferred. Applicants should fax a resume to (202) 228-3960.

Press Secretary - Northeast Republican seeks pro-active Press Secretary to manage day to day press outreach for busy Capitol Hill office.  Responsibilities include writing press releases, OPED pieces and aggressively pitching local and national media.  Candidates MUST have significant Hill or political experience, a creative approach to pitching press ideas, a team-player attitude, and top-notch writing skills.  Please FAX a cover letter, resume, and two brief writing samples to 202-318-1481.

Deputy Press Secretary - Busy press office of a Midwest Senate Republican seeks a Deputy Press Secretary. 2-3 years of experience writing and editing press releases and media advisories, setting up proactive and reactive press interviews and handling media inquiries required. Background in print journalism and column-writing preferred. Technical savvy and experience with digital photography necessary. Strong organizational skills required to take on deadline-oriented short-term and long-term projects. Fax resume and cover letter, no writing samples please, to (202) 228-0549.

Communications Director/Press Secretary.  Thoughtful, conservative Member seeks excellent writer.  Duties include writing press releases, coordinating distribution of releases and related materials, drafting talking points, helping moot Member for interviews, updating web content, outlining mass/franked publications, etc.  Superior writing skills are essential. Fax or email resumes to: Ben Sasse, Chief of Staff   Congressman Jeff Fortenberry  1517 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC 20515, ben.sasse@mail.house.gov FAX:  (202) 225-5686

For freshman Democratic Rep. Gwen Moore of Wisconsin - Legislative Assistant:  Midwestern Democratic Congresswoman seeks hardworking individual to handle a diverse portfolio of issues.  Candidate must be strong, fast writer with good analytical skills.  Legislative experience and understanding of legislative process essential.  Hill experience required - this is not an entry-level position.  Minority candidates encouraged to apply. EOE.  Fax resume to 202-225-8135 or hand deliver to 1408 Longworth HOB.  Do not mail.

Jan. 14^th

For Rep. Gwen Moore [D-WI] -- Executive Assistant:  Midwestern Democratic Congresswoman seeks organized, hardworking individual to manage Member scheduling, office finances, and some office management.  Capitol Hill experience in these areas strongly preferred.  Candidates should be familiar with Member office management duties including vouchers, travel arrangements, scheduling, and office equipment purchases and maintenance.  Ideal candidate would have excellent organization and multitasking skills, in addition to motivation, energy, and flexibility.  Minorities encouraged to apply.  EOE.  Fax resume to 202-225-8135, ATTN: Executive Asst Opening, or hand deliver to 1408 Longworth HOB.  Do not mail.

Still looking to round out Senator Vitter's staff in Washington. In particular we are looking for a Scheduler/ Executive Assistant to handle all scheduling (in state and Washington), Systems Administrator, and our last LA opening. The final legislative assistant position in Senator Vitter's office would be to handle Army Corps of Engineers, Oil and Gas, Coastal Erosion, Fisheries and NOAA. This LA will be Senator Vitter's primary staff liaison to the Senate EPW committee, which he was recently appointed.  Please ask all candidates to email resumes to Kyle_Ruckert@vitter.senate.gov

Florida Republican seeking Legislative Aide.  The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of Hill experience and multiple years working in the international community or in Latin American trade.  The responsibilities for this position will include developing and planning legislative initiatives, monitoring and providing policy direction regarding legislative developments at the committee level and on the House floor, and responding to constituent letters and requests.  The position will need to work well under pressure on multiple projects with deadlines and have the ability to build upon a network of relationships for information and insight.  The ability to be resourceful and assertive, to multi-task, provide top-notch constituent service and have strong writing skills are essential.  Fluency in Spanish would also be considered a positive.  Applicants should fax resumes to 202-226-0828 attn: Office Manager.  No calls please.

Scheduler – Republican Senator is seeking a scheduler to work with the Executive Assistant and Chief of Staff to coordinate the Senator’s schedule.  Duties include compiling the daily briefing book, accepting and regretting all invitations and requests, and other scheduling duties as assigned.  Candidates must be detailed oriented, and able to juggle many priorities in a fast paced environment.  Senate experience is preferred.  Salary is commensurate with experience.  Please fax cover letter and resume to the attention of the Executive Assistant at (202) 228-4429.

Jan. 13^th

Legislative Assistant - Democratic Senator seeks a Legislative Assistant to handle tax, budget, small business and pensions. Must be flexible, entrepreneurial and work well under pressure in an extremely fast-paced office. Hill or related experience necessary. Please fax cover letter indicating job referral number 120701and resume to (202) 224-4477.

The office of Congresswoman Ginny Brown-Waite (R-FL) is seeking unpaid Interns for the Spring semester to begin working in a fast-paced, exciting environment.  Interns will be expected to assist legislative and press staff with research, while also performing administrative tasks such as answering phones, sorting mail, etc.  This is an excellent opportunity for college students and graduates seeking Hill experience.  Part-time positions with flexible scheduling are available.  Interested applicants should e-mail a resume and cover letter to carol.beck@mail.house.gov.  No calls please.

Republican Member seeking motivated students interested in Interning on Capitol Hill.  Responsibilities include general office support, constituent services, researching/writing constituent letters, and some legislative research.  A positive attitude and good work ethic are a must!  All internships are unpaid.  Interested candidates should send their resume to raye.brady@mail.house.gov

Congressman John Hostettler is currently seeking motivated students interested in Interning on Capitol Hill. Responsibilities include general office support, researching/writing constituent letters, constituent tours, and some legislative research. Conservative political views and a good work ethic are essential! Midwest ties preferred, but not required. All interested candidates should send their resume to pbarrett@mail.house.gov