Hamadeh, Abe - Legislative Director - AZ08
Apply NowCompany: US House of Representatives / United States House of Representatives
Location: Washington, DC 20544
Description:
Background:
This job posting is intended to collect resumes for candidates who are interested in serving as a Legislative Director in an office for a New Member of Congress. The expectations, duties, and skill areas of the position represent a sampling of what may be expected in a Congressional office. Actual job expectations, duties, skills, and other requirements for a Legislative Director position may vary by office. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter by March 7, 2025. Once the application period closes, the office will contact the best qualified candidates to begin the interview process.
Sample Job Expectations:
The Legislative Director plays an essential leadership rolein the office by working closely with the Chief of Staff in assisting with theformulation of the Member's policy and legislative strategy. The LegislativeDirector will maintain status reports on all legislation affecting the districtand legislation in which the Member is a principal sponsor or cosponsor. TheLegislative Director may also manage and oversee the performance of thelegislative team (e.g., legislative assistant, legislative correspondent).
Sample Job Duties:
Sample Requirements:
Sample Preferences:
This job posting is intended to collect resumes for candidates who are interested in serving as a Legislative Director in an office for a New Member of Congress. The expectations, duties, and skill areas of the position represent a sampling of what may be expected in a Congressional office. Actual job expectations, duties, skills, and other requirements for a Legislative Director position may vary by office. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter by March 7, 2025. Once the application period closes, the office will contact the best qualified candidates to begin the interview process.
Sample Job Expectations:
The Legislative Director plays an essential leadership rolein the office by working closely with the Chief of Staff in assisting with theformulation of the Member's policy and legislative strategy. The LegislativeDirector will maintain status reports on all legislation affecting the districtand legislation in which the Member is a principal sponsor or cosponsor. TheLegislative Director may also manage and oversee the performance of thelegislative team (e.g., legislative assistant, legislative correspondent).
Sample Job Duties:
- Advises the Member on all legislative policy areas
- Assists in the development of policy positions and legislative initiatives
- Maintains up-to-date status reports on all legislation affecting the district, legislation in which the member is a principal sponsor, or legislation which the Member is a cosponsor
- Monitors and reports floor action to the Member and the Chief of Staff
- Manages and supervises the Member's legislative staff
- Coordinates responses to all legislative mail
Sample Requirements:
- Experience researching public policy and preparing legislative recommendations for a Member of Congress required
- Deep understanding of House floor and committee procedures
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Politically savvy and able to navigate challenging situations
- Experience collaborating and forming partnerships to advance legislative agendas
- Comfortable making swift decisions and advising a Member of Congress onimportant issues
- Able to manage a team of staff members and accomplish desired outcomes
- Strong time management and organization skills
Sample Preferences:
- Bachelor's degree in government, political science, public policy, or related field
- A demonstrated interest in public service