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Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro
PRESS SECRETARY - Active, hard-working member of the Democratic Leadership and the Appropriations Committee seeks press secretary. Excellent writing, communications, and interpersonal skills a must, as well as an ability to work under pressure and multitask. A sense of humor is important. Applicants should have at least three to five to six years of Hill or related experience. Please email a resume and writing sample to ctjobopening@ gmail.com. Please, no phone calls or walk-ins.
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Sent: Fri Jul 31 13:32:55 2009
Subject: Legislative Assistant Position Opening
Legislative Assistant Position Opening: Rep. Melissa Bean (D-IL) seeks a legislative assistant to handle a diverse portfolio of issues including, but not limited to, the Member’s small business committee work, energy, environment, transportation, education, judiciary and labor. Responsibilities will include advising the Member, monitoring legislation, representing the Member in meetings with constituents and interest groups, developing the Member’s legislative agenda within assigned issue areas, and writing memos, talking points and constituent mail. The successful candidate will be a self-starter and a strong writer with a good sense of humor. Candidates should have at least two years of legislative experience and able to work in an extremely fast pace environment. Illinois/Midwest ties are a plus, but not required.
Interested candidates should send an e-mail to bean.resume@ gmail.com with the subject line reading “Legislative Assistant Position” and include a cover letter, resume, and one writing sample. Applications received by Friday, August 7th, will be given priority. Absolutely no walk-ins or phone calls.
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The New Organizing Institute (NOI) is seeking a full-time employee to take on responsibilities associated with a cooperative project with the Pew Charitable Trusts: The Voting Information Project. The Voting Information Project (VIP) is a long-term, non-partisan effort to get all 50 states to publish certain election data in a standard format, allowing for development of platforms which disseminate voting information to the voting public as widely as possible.
NOI itself is a progressive organization which builds capacity and sophistication in the progressive movement in the areas of technology and new media, especially as they relate to organizing. NOI offers numerous trainings for progressive practitioners, engages in data research, and coordinates with a wide range of progressive partners to leverage common interests in the improvement of technology options in the field. The position is hosted out of NOI offices and will include involvement in other NOI projects, but will primarily focus on VIP.
Job Title: Programmer, Voting Information Project
Location: Washington, DC
Responsibilities:
Technical Support and Development including:
• Coordinate with technical collaborators to implement feeds
• Develop lookup and visualization tools
• Development of APIs
• Develop controls for monitoring status of VIP data feeds
Assist with outreach and development of promotional materials
• Redesign and maintain VIP website
• Create materials explaining technical aspects of VIP
• Answer incoming technical questions from public and other stakeholders.
Dissemination of VIP data including:
• Solicit additional venues for distribution of VIP data and tools
• Track placement of VIP data and tools
• Manage volunteer programmers
Qualifications:
• Basic knowledge of political data
• 1+ yrs database management experience
• 1+ yrs Rails/Ruby programming experience (or equivalent)
• 3+ yrs programming experience
• Familiarity with
o XML, JSON, other data standards
o EC2 and other cloud services
o REST concepts
• Comfortable in a Linux environment
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Midwestern progressive democratic challenger seeks campaign manager to run congressional campaign
A progressive former state legislature is looking for an experience campaign manager to run a congressional campaign against a 4 term incumbent. Individual must be willing to relocate by October 1st, have prior campaign management experience and be willing to stay until November 2010.
Required Skills: previous campaign management experience, previous field experience, previous operational experience of managing at least 10 staff members. Strong ability at written and oral communication, ability to manage candidate.
Desired: 2-4 years of campaign management experience, experience running a race that defeated a sitting Republican incumbent, familiarity with grassroots organizing and web organizing. Previous experience with Emily's list and other pro-choice woman organizing groups.
To apply:
Please send cover letter (including salary requirements) , resume, references and one writing sample to campaign4congress@ gmail.com no later than August 5th, 2009. Because of the volume of applications, please also include in cover letter if you would be willing to take another position (Communications Director, Field Director or Finance Director and salary requirements) .
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Democrats intend to take back the House of Delegates in 2009 and this race is a must win.
We’re looking to hire hard-working, self starters, who are committed to field work and winning this seat for a great democratic challenger.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Volunteer recruitment, training and management
Daily voter contact at doors and over the phone
Data management
Organizing daily volunteer phone banks and walks
An ideal applicant will be motivated, a self-started, detail oriented, and willing to work long hours and weekends.
Salary is highly competitive and negotiable.
Please send your resume and references to info@stevensmiller. com
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Finance Director position available on an open seat
-Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years of experience.
-Background with planning fundraising events a plus.
-Immediate start required.
-Salary commensurate with experience.
Please send resumes to midwestopenseat@ gmail.com
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SENIOR LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL — Senior Democratic member of the House
Committee on Homeland Security seeks an energetic and proactive senior
legislative counsel to manage committee responsibilities and a broad
portfolio of other legislative issues. Substantive knowledge and
previous experience with homeland security issues as well as other
issues including energy and environment, budget and tax, and housing
is a plus. Candidates should have prior Hill experience, have
impeccable writing and analytical skills, be able to perform under
pressure in a fast-paced environment, and possess a strong knowledge
of the legislative process. The candidate will be responsible for
developing legislative initiatives, tracking legislation, drafting
correspondence and floor/committee statements, drafting press
releases, and representing the member in meetings. The successful
candidate will be a results-oriented problem solver, a motivated self-
starter, and possess a demonstrated ability to work independently as a
policy entrepreneur. This is NOT an entry-level position and we are
not looking for recent law or business school graduates. A law or
business degree is required. To apply, please e-mail a cover letter,
resume and three writing samples with the words "Senior Legislative
Counsel" in the subject line to: TX18resume@mail. house.gov.
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LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT — Democratic Armed Services Committee member is
seeking a legislative assistant to handle committee work. Candidates
should have significant Hill experience, excellent written and oral
communication skills. Preference is for candidates with military
service. Please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample to
MLAopening2009@ gmail.com.
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LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT — Hardworking
Energy and Commerce committees seeks a legislative assistant.
Legislative portfolio to include: Immigration, Intelligence,
Judiciary, Education, Homeland Security, Science, and various
Appropriations. Individual will also be responsible for assisting the
congresswoman with various caucuses and with Rules Committee work.
Individual should have prior legislative Hill experience, be detail
oriented, have a strong work ethic, good sense of humor and be able to
work quickly under tight deadlines. Please e-mail your resume to
cademjob@gmail. com. No telephone calls or drop bys, please.
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STAFF ASSISTANT –Rep. John W. Olver, D-Mass., seeks a staff assistant
for front office work, including greeting constituents, answering
phones, handling flag and tour requests, and sorting and printing
mail. The position also includes some research and letter writing and
the possibility of promotion later to higher positions. Starting
salary is $29,500. Send cover letter and resume only to
olver.resume@ mail.house. gov addressed to Chief of Staff. No telephone
calls will be accepted.
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LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOR — Office of Rep. Jim McDermott, D-Wash., seeks a
legislative director to oversee a broad portfolio and legislative
agenda for this senior Democratic member of the
Committee. Duties include managing a personal portfolio of key issues;
leading an exemplary legislative staff on a day-to-day basis;
developing legislation, policy recommendations and positions; meeting
with stakeholders; developing strategies and tactics to promote
legislative success; coordinate legislative efforts and outreach; team
building; and proactively working to advance legislative priorities in
concert with the Chief of Staff and Congressman. Excellent
communications skills and a successful track record of legislative
experience. Salary commensurate with experience. Position open until
filled. Send resume to: McDLegResume@ mail.house. gov. No telephone
calls or drop-ins, please.
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Legal Administrative Assistant
Venable LLP, one of the top 100 law firms
in the
partner with a national practice and responsibility for managing the firm's
Government Division. Responsibilities include extensive contact with clients,
coordinating travel arrangements, scheduling, billing and other similar duties.
This position works closely with the partner in handling the day-to-day
administrative support of the partner's practice. This position offers an
opportunity for overtime and flexibility is essential. The ideal candidate will
possess excellent administrative, organizational, communication and
interpersonal skills with desire to work closely with clients and senior partner
to provide top quality client service. Requirements include minimum of two years
related experience and typing speed of 55 wpm. Experience supporting a senior
executive or partner a plus. Venable provides a comprehensive benefits package,
a competitive salary, and excellent working conditions in a professional
environment. Visit our Web site at
www.venable. com. Please respond to: Venable LLP, Attn: HR Dept.,
7th Street NW
EOE M/F/D/V.
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Date: Thurs, Jul 30 2009 4:48 pm
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PRESS SECRETARY - Active, hard-working member of the Democratic
Leadership and the Appropriations Committee seeks press secretary.
Excellent writing, communications, and interpersonal skills a must, as
well as an ability to work under pressure and multitask. A sense of
humor is important. Applicants should have at least three to five to
six years of Hill or related experience. Please email a resume and
writing sample to ctjobopening@ gmail.com. Please, no phone calls or
walk-ins.
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MEM-414-09
The House Energy and Commerce Committee seeks a dynamic, versatile,
creative professional to oversee our constantly changing website. The
Web Manager will be an integral part of the communications team, and
will serve as the committee’s web and new media expert. The Web
Manager will report to the Communications Director.
Responsibilities: Plan and oversee website projects. Write technical
specifications for web site development and supervise contracted
developers in executing specifications.
Create and edit all web pages.
Post publications, markups, and other documents in various formats.
Update calendars and RSS feeds. Edit and upload video and photos.
Write introductory content for website.
Work with subcommittees to keep content up to date.
Design and create all graphics, charts, and other non-textual
content.
Operate webcasts during hearing and markups.
Edit video, and upload to YouTube.
Maintain Google search server and analyze statistics. Operate live and
tests sites as well as MS/SQL database servers.
Skills:
Experience managing web projects.
Expertise with HTML, PHP, and other programs.
Experience with Joomla or other content management systems.
Expertise producing webcasts and editing video and audio for the web.
Ability to design and create graphics, charts, and other visual
content, on committee-related topics.
Familiarity with social media, such as Twitter, Facebook and other
emerging communications channels.
Interest in the creative aspects of web management and design.
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Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of two years professional
experience. How to Apply: Email cover letter with salary requirements
and resume to EC.Resume@mail. house.gov
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MEM-413-09
Midwestern Democratic Member seeks a highly motivated, responsible
individual to serve as a Staff Assistant and Legislative
Correspondent. Responsibilities will include: answering and placing
calls, helping constituents with tours, handling flag requests,
managing the constituent mail system, and other administrative duties
as needed. Qualified candidates must be extremely detail-oriented,
able to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment, and have
outstanding communication and organizational skills. Hill experience a
plus, but by no means required. Candidates from
encouraged to apply. Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume
and one writing sample to Mary.Petrovic@ mail.house. gov. No phone calls
or drop-ins please.
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MEM-412-09
Minnesota Democrat seeks Legislative Correspondent/ Legislative
Assistant to manage an active mail program as well as a small
legislative portfolio, possibly to include veteran’s affairs committee
work. Duties will include organizing all incoming correspondence for
the office, and researching, drafting and processing responses where
necessary; preparing the Congressman for hearings/briefings/ mark-up
and floor activity, and representing him in stakeholder meetings. The
ideal candidate will be self-motivating and detail-oriented, and able
to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Military
service and
cover letter, list of references and writing sample to
chris.schmitter@ mail.house. gov by 6PM EST on Friday, July 31st, 2009.
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MEM-407-09
Moderate Democratic Representative seeks Legislative Assistant to
handle small business, health care and education issues. Must be a
team player. Minimum 2 years legislative experience required. Please
email resume, and include salary requirements, references to:
resume516@gmail. com.
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MEM-406-09
Moderate Democrat Member seeks experienced, proactive Communications
Director to manage a fast-paced communications operation.
Responsibilities include developing and implementing a strategic
communications plan, identifying emerging press opportunities in the
district, writing press releases and Op-Ed’s on tight deadlines,
reaching out to new media, arranging interviews, scheduling and
organizing press events, managing the Congressional website, producing
E-newsletters and managing relationships with reporters to secure
local and national coverage. Excellent organizational and writing
skills are required, as are good political judgment, a sense of humor
and the ability to work extended hours under tight deadlines. Not an
entry level position, ideal candidate will have at least 3 years
experience. Please email resume, one writing sample and include salary
requirements, references to: resume516@gmail. com.
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MEM-404-09
Progressive Democratic Member of the House of Representatives is
seeking a Staff Assistant for the
include answering phones, conducting tours, handling flag requests,
helping with constituent mail,
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and most importantly serving as a travel aide to this very busy Member
of Congress; so possessing a car is a must. Applicants must have a
college degree, excellent written and interpersonal communications
skills, previous political and/or Hill experience, and a sense of
humor.
email a one page cover letter and a one page resume ONLY (i.e. no
writing samples or other attachments) to: Resumebox@mail. house.gov.
Minorities are encouraged to apply.
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MEM-403-09
Senior Democratic Member of Congress seeks a pro active Press
Secretary. This is a job for a person who is eager to work for a
Member who has a very active press agenda. Candidate responsibilities
include developing and implementing overall communications strategy,
including substantial constituent outreach; pitching stories
nationally and locally in a large open media market; writing press
releases, statements, op-eds, email updates and newsletters; planning
press events; and helping to manage website and email program. Ideal
Candidates will have impeccable writing skills and strong political
instincts. Applicants who are recent graduates who have no prior press
experience will NOT BE CONSIDERED! Salary will be commensurate with
experience. Is this job for you? Please come with an enthusiastic
attitude, a great sense of humor, and the ability to multitask and
prioritize. If you are bi-lingual that is a plus. Please e-mail
resume, two writing samples, and a list of references to
Resumebox@mail. house.gov. Minorities are encouraged to apply.
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MEM-402-09
The District Director oversees all district office(s) operations. This
position develops and implements policy objectives, strategies and
operating plans for the Congressman' s district office(s) and directs
all activities and staff of the district office.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Supervisory: Directly supervises up to seven employees; carries out§
responsibilities in accordance with office policy and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training district
office employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising
performance; rewarding and disciplining district office employees;
addressing complaints; and resolving problems.
Represents the Member of Congress and/or assigns appropriate staff§
to do so in the district office(s) as needed;
Manages district office(s) staff;§
Plans, assigns and evaluates work of employees in district offices;§
Interviews, selects and trains employees of district office(s) and§
ensures that district office(s) staff complies with office policies,
practices, and procedures;
Conducts district office(s) staff meetings;§
Speaks to local groups when the Member of Congress is unavailable;§
Maintains close communication with the Washington, D.C. office;§
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Travels throughout the district at regular intervals to keep abreast§
of local concerns;
Meets with elected officials and representatives of local groups on§
behalf of the Congressman;
Schedules meetings with federal and district government agencies as§
necessary;
Acts as a liaison to and notifies the appropriate media when the§
Member of Congress will be in the liaison’s area and works with the
Member of Congress’ Scheduler and Press Secretary to ensure
appropriate media participation;
Responds to constituent telephone calls and mail;§
Meets attendance requirements as established by the office;§
Maintains a good working relationship with the Member of Congress,§
staff, and constituents;
Works well under pressure and handles stress;§
Accepts performance- based criticism and direction;§
Works a flexible schedule including long hours, nights and weekends;§
and
Performs other duties as assigned.§
EDUCATION/EXPERIENC E:
Candidate must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the political
science or related field, including strong academic credentials.
Alternatively, five-ten years of related experience or training in
management and/or legislation or equivalent similar experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
Thorough knowledge of legislative process and of House organization§
and procedures;
Thorough knowledge of the Member’s Congressional Handbook and House§
Rules;
Ability to perform essential job functions above;§
Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others;§
Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a§
tactful, pleasant, and professional manner;
Thorough knowledge of local, state and federal agencies and§
departments;
An understanding of the district and federal political process;§
Provides necessary organization, supervisory leadership and§
motivation to manage district office(s);
Excellent oral and written communication skills;§
Knowledge of the office policies, practices, and procedures;§
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Knowledge of office computer applications; and§
Proficiency in word processing.§
If you are bi-lingual that is a plus. Please e-mail resume, two
writing samples, and
a list of references to Resumebox@mail. house.gov. Minorities are
encouraged to
apply.
MEM-401-09
The United States House of Representatives seeks a talented and
seasoned individual to serve as Security Officer for the Committee on
Homeland Security. The individual selected for this position will
function as the primary POC for all security-related matters for the
Committee on Homeland Security. The ideal candidate will be a self-
starter who is able to operate independently with little supervision
in a complex environment requiring accurate security-related responses
to multiple customers with time sensitive requirements. Duties will
include, but will not be limited to, document control, inventory
management, COMSEC, and facilities security. This is a small office,
so the ideal candidate must be a multi-disciplined security
professional able to multi-task and work efficiently as the primary
POC for all Security issues.
Major Duties
Develops and implements the Committee’s information security policies
and procedures. Oversees and coordinates information security at the
Committee classified storage and work sites and provides advice,
guidance, and/or training to Committee Staff on all aspects of
Committee information security protocols.
Reviews and evaluates existing security programs and policies and
makes recommendations to correct any identified deficiencies and
develops security guidelines to address any identified gaps.
Promulgates requirements and ensures compliance with government
regulations pertaining to the protection of classified material.
Maintains accountability system for the receipt, control,
accountability, transmittal, incorporation, reproduction and
destruction of all classified material in accordance with appropriate
directives. As such, interprets, develops, implements, maintains, and
provides guidance on classified security policies and programs as well
as Director of Central Intelligence, Department of Defense, and
Director of National Intelligence directives, policies, and procedures
pertaining to classified information and secure space/areas.
Manages secure information technology requirements for the Committee,
including acquiring accreditation for classified computer information
systems and maintaining custody and control of secure phones and
facsimile machines, as required.
Reports any security violations to the appropriate entity. Monitors
investigations and prepares incident reports or other appropriate
documents.
Serves as the Committee’s point of contact for receiving visitor
security clearances for classified events, and coordinates with the
House Office of
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the Sergeant at Arms to facilitate submissions, processes, and
procedures necessary to obtain and/or transfer security clearances for
Committee personnel.
In coordination with the House Office of the Sergeant at Arms, assists
with the preparation and delivery of security briefings and
debriefings to Committee Staff, including but not limited to initial
security briefings, refresher and retraining briefings, foreign
travel, ITAR, and OPSEC.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience operating in an SCIF.
Experience following and enforcing federal SCIF regulations,
directives, and guidance.
Experience operating, coordinating, and maintaining classified
information networks, systems, and communication devices.
Experience with transmitting, transferring, reproducing, and
destroying classified information.
Experience in planning, organizing, developing, coordinating, and
evaluating security programs coupled with the ability to analyze,
interpret, develop and implement security policies and procedures.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to produce
clear, logical, and concise products to influence leadership,
communicate effectively with Staff at all levels and brief management
on security reviews and findings.
Selectee should possess a Top Secret clearance with access to
Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) or a current TS clearance
with eligibility for access to SCI. Qualified candidates may submit a
cover letter and resume via email at chsresume@mail. house.gov or fax
to 202-226-4499, Attn: Nicole Wade Johnson, Office Manager.
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Position: Political Organizing Internship
Reports to: Political and Field Associate
Become part of the movement to secure safe, comprehensive access to reproductive healthcare! Join NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia and NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia’s PAC in this election to help elect pro-choice candidates who will help secure reproductive freedom for all Virginians. And become part of our NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia as an intern this fall.
Organization:
NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia (an affiliate of NARAL Pro-Choice America) is dedicated to building and sustaining a constituency that uses the political process to guarantee reproductive freedom for all women, including family planning, sexuality education, maternal health care, and safe, legal abortion. NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia is a grass-roots 501(c)(4) organization.
Position:
NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia seeks to fill several internship positions for Fall 2009 with the option of receiving academic credit with intern’s host institution. The interns will work closely with the Political and Field Associate to build an organization of pro-choice voters mobilized to vote in the 2009
Duties:
Field Campaign Management
Work with Political and Field Associate to create field plan, and develop messaging on choice.§
Recruit, train and mobilize volunteers to participate in the organization’s electoral work.§
Develop phone and canvass scripts, call and walk lists, and other canvassing materials as necessary.§
Supervise weekly phone banks; ensure that established voter contact goals are met by project deadline.§
Oversee weekend door-to-door canvassing activities; ensure that established voter contact goals are met by project deadline.§
Work directly with campaigns to target voters and craft messaging.§
Research and Communications
• Maintain files on candidates’ records and public statements regarding reproductive rights and health.
• Develop website and social media campaign to complement field work.
Administration
• Track progress toward established project goals and prepare weekly reports
• Process data cleanup at conclusion of project.
Internship can be full or part-time-negotiabl e. Internship is unpaid but provides transportation stipend.
To apply, send cover letter and résumé to emily@naralva. org by August 21st.
From: Grom, JD
Sent: Friday, July 31, 2009 1:33 PM
To: Grom, JD
Subject: Legislative Assistant Position Opening
Legislative Assistant Position Opening: Rep. Melissa Bean (D-IL) seeks a legislative assistant to handle a diverse portfolio of issues including, but not limited to, the Member’s small business committee work, energy, environment, transportation, education, judiciary and labor. Responsibilities will include advising the Member, monitoring legislation, representing the Member in meetings with constituents and interest groups, developing the Member’s legislative agenda within assigned issue areas, and writing memos, talking points and constituent mail. The successful candidate will be a self-starter and a strong writer with a good sense of humor. Candidates should have at least two years of legislative experience and able to work in an extremely fast pace environment. Illinois/Midwest ties are a plus, but not required.
Interested candidates should send an e-mail to bean.resume@gmail.com with the subject line reading “Legislative Assistant Position” and include a cover letter, resume, and one writing sample. Applications received by Friday, August 7th, will be given priority. Absolutely no walk-ins or phone calls.
J.D. Grom
Legislative Director
Office of Congresswoman Melissa L. Bean (IL-08)
432 Cannon House Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20515
202.225.3711 (phone) 202.225.7830 (fax)
www.house.gov/bean
Dem GAIN Resume Tips & Job Search Advice Workshop
Date: Tues, Jul 28 2009 12:21 pm
From: Nikki Enfield
Just a quick heads up that we only have a handfull of spaces left for this
Friday's (July 31) Resume Tips & Job Search Advice Workshop, so if you'd
like to get in on this great advice, register
now<http://www.democrat icgain.org/ events/event_ details.asp? id=67504>
!
In this 2-hour workshop, we cover:
- Building your political resume to make sure it gets noticed
- The Art of the Cover letter and Writing Samples
- Interview Tips
- Networking Advice - how to build and use your network
- Individual 1 - 1 time following the group seminar
Not to toot my own horn or anything, but folks who have gone through this
workshop have said it was an invaluable experience and extremely helpful.
Hopefully I'll see you there!
Nikki
PS - I'll be joined with week by Johanna Berkson from the DCCC!
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Development Events Coordinator
National Building Museum seeks enthusiastic and qualified individual to assist the Development Events Manager in coordinating events, including dinners, receptions, and exhibition openings for sponsors and the Museum in a stunning landmark building and to support the Museum’s annual fundraising gala. Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills required, plus visual flair and familiarity with databases. Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, able to meet tight deadlines, and work independently, but collaboratively. BA/BS and 2 yrs. progressively responsible development and/or event experience. Send resume, cover letter, and salary requirements via email to recruitment@ nbm.org.
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FIELD ORGANIZERS: Northern Virginia Delegate Race
House of Delegates race in diverse Northern Virginia district seeks field organizers to execute an aggressive voter contact strategy.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Identifying, recruiting, and training volunteers
• Meeting weekly voter contact goals through volunteer recruitment, canvassing and phones
• Working with local elected officials and community leaders
• Participating in campaign and local events
Ideal qualifications include:
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage time and handle multiple projects while working independently
• Having own reliability transportation and willing to work in Northern Virginia
• Available to start immediately and work through November 3rd election.
Competitive salary based on experience. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to vahouse2009@ gmail.com.
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Acorn Housing Corporation Seeks D.C. Office Manager
Date: Wed, Jul 29 2009 7:52 am
Non Profit Housing Office Manager
To Apply: Please email your resume to Pamela Kieffer at
kiefferpm@aol. com.
Position Location:
Salary & Benefits: $30’s including Aetna Medical, United Dental,
Vision & Other Benefits
Join the management team of a HUD-certified national housing
counseling agency that serves low- and moderate- income families. We
are dedicated to encouraging community reinvestment in low income
communities, to helping families purchase their first homes, to
rescuing families from foreclosures, to protecting hundreds of
families from predatory lenders.
Primary responsibilities of the Office Manager will be to :
• Provide senior level management and leadership to the Organization’ s
D.C. office, administrate the office’s personnel and resources;
communicate and promote the mission of the Organization to the public
at large and clearly interpret organizational objectives, policy and
procedure to staff.
• Plan, provide and oversee ongoing training aimed at developing and
increasing the skill level of loan counselors in the office to
successfully serve homebuyers and work with the regional and national
offices to develop ongoing training for staff on emerging issues such
as predatory lending, foreclosure counseling, home equity lending.
• Evaluate office operations & report on office activities. Monitor
and maintain the quality counseling standards set for the office
including management of client files, timely completion of all
required reports and reviews of client files. Take responsibility for
the accurate completion by the entire local staff of all HUD and other
program reports for the office.
• Serve as the Organization’ s chief spokesperson within the district;
host, moderate and facilitate events for the purpose of planning and
partnership development ; recognition, training and education; and
resource development.
• Supervise housing counseling staff.
• Monitor production, classes and quality counseling in the
Homeownership Program.
• Implement a marketing/outreach plan to attract low-income
individuals trying to buy homes or protect their homes from predatory
lenders; and to identify potential new lenders. Plan, promote and
participate in outreach events, including bank fairs, real estate
agent events and homebuyer shows.
• Represent the Organization in relations with government officials,
lending partners, real estate agents, community organizations, and the
public.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year college or university
• 2-3 years Management experience, preferably with some experience in
a social service area
• Familiarity with mortgage lending, underwriting policies, loan
closing procedures helpful
• Industry experience in Banking, Mortgage, Real Estate, Loan Service,
Collections, preferred.
• Paid or volunteer experience with non-profit community-based
organizations is highly desirable
• Excellent interpersonal communications skills, both oral and
written; ability to foster trust, credibility and cohesive teamwork
among persons with diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives.
• Bilingual English/Spanish Fluency preferred. Fluency in any language
in addition to English a plus.
• Traveling locally or in the region – 25%. Hours are 9-6 – 45 hour
work week. One evening and one Saturday a month within that 45 hours.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We strongly encourage qualified women and minorities to apply.
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Job posting for Field Organizers in Brooklyn, NY
Date: Wed, Jul 29 2009 1:26 pm
Progressive City Council Campaign Seeking Field Organizers
Progressive City Council candidate in a competitive race is seeking
dependable, motivated and determined individuals to work as field
organizers. Field Organizers will be dispatched in teams throughout the
district to talk directly to voters and distribute literature.
Field Organizers must have excellent communication skills, a sense of humor
and the ability to work independently. Canvassing experience (volunteer or
paid) required.
Compensation is $300 per 30 hour work week. Must be available afternoons,
evenings and weekends through September 15th.
Please send a statement of interest and a resume to
fieldorganizerjobsb klyn@gmail. com
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Paid communications intern -- Friends of the Earth
Date: Wed, Jul 29 2009 11:27 am
http://www.foe. org/communicatio ns-internship
<http://www.foe. org/communicatio ns-internship>
Job Title: Communications Intern
Position works with Friends of the Earth’s Communications team: Director of
Public Advocacy and Media Relations and the Internet Outreach Manager
Position Location:
Summary
Friends of the Earth (www.foe.org) is the
grassroots environmental network, with member groups in 77 countries. Our
mission is to create a more healthy, just world. Our current campaigns focus
on clean energy and solutions to global warming, protecting human health
from toxic and new, potentially harmful technologies, and promoting
low-and-no-pollutio n transportation alternatives. We’re a hard-hitting,
progressive group that pulls no punches and speaks sometimes uncomfortable
truths to power.
We’re looking for an intern to join our communications team. This internship
is intended for someone who is considering a career in the environmental or
progressive movements, or in nonprofit or advocacy communications -- someone
who intends to learn and wants first-hand experience performing a wide
variety of communications functions. We’ll give you an opportunity to gain
that experience and network with people in these fields; in return, we
expect you to help us promote our brand and share our perspective on
pressing policy issues with members and activists, policy makers, members of
the media, and the broader public.
Major Responsibilities:
• Draft a wide variety of written content (this includes, but isn’t
limited to, fact sheets, news releases, text for web pages, blog posts,
e-mail action alerts, op-eds, letters to newspaper editors, memoranda,
magazine articles and tweets).
• Build and update media contact lists.
• Track media coverage.
• Pitch stories to reporters.
• Create and update pages on our website.
• Produce multimedia content, including photos and videos.
• Attend and help with logistics for various meetings and events.
• Edit others’ writing.
• Quickly learn about the issues on which we work and the positions
we take on them, as well as the range of communications tactics we employ.
• Identify new communications opportunities for Friends of the Earth
and ways to act on them.
• Perform other communications functions as needed.
• Assist other Friends of the Earth departments with their work on
an occasional basis.
You Should Be:
• College graduate (preferred).
• A strong writer and editor, who can make complex policy,
scientific and legal issues interesting and accessible to the broader
public.
• A hard worker who is eager to learn and is enthusiastic about
taking on work ranging from challenging, intellectually stimulating tasks to
more mundane responsibilities.
• Politically savvy, with at least a basic knowledge of the federal
legislative process, national politics, and environmental issues.
• A consumer of a variety of types of traditional, new and social
media, such as newspapers, books, radio, TV, blogs, Facebook, YouTube and
Twitter.
• An environmentalist, who cares deeply about the future of our
planet and the people on it.
• Someone who’s personable, enjoys working in teams, is
professional, and has a sense of humor.
NOT REQUIRED, BUT HELPFUL: Knowledge of HTML and website content management,
experience working or volunteering for a media outlet (including campus
media), graphic design or video production skill and experience, previous
activism or political experience.
Salary
This position pays $10 an hour. Our work week is 37.5 hours. The position
will run from three to six months and is not eligible for benefits.
To Apply
E-mail cover letter, resume and short writing sample to jobs@foe.org with
the subject heading “Communications Internship.” No mail applications or
phone calls. Position will remain open until filled.
Friends of the Earth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ ______
Subject: Internship Opportunity
Truman National Security Project is seeking interns to
assist with their fall energy and global climate change campaign. Interns will gain hands-on experience working
closely with political directors and policy experts on nationwide efforts to
promote progressive legislative proposals.
We are looking for individuals who posses backgrounds in political
advocacy or campaign field work, strong communication and research skills, and
a keen interest in national security and environmental issues. Interested candidates should send cover
letters and resume to trumanjobs@gmail. com
____________________ _________ _________ _________ _________ ________
Job Description:
PAID POSITION: Policy Intern/Temporary Office Manager for Government Relations firm
We are looking for a full-time intern who can fill two roles at our busy, bi-partisan government relations firm: an intern to assist our policy team on client management and an office manager/executive assistant.
Role 1: Office Manager/Executive Assistant- act as scheduler and travel coordinator for our three senior partners, assist our accountant in billing, maintain our blackberry infrastructure, act as a liaison between our off-site IT coordinator, and the other various vendors that help our business run.
Role 2: Policy Intern-assist our partners and associates with doing research for our clients, assist in preparing proposals for potential clients, track and monitor legislation important to our clients
Job Qualifications:
We need someone here full-time, or near full-time, so we prefer a recent college grad, grad student, or an undergrad with a very light class schedule. A government, or political science major is preferred, but other majors will be considered. The candidate needs to be outgoing, reliable, highly organized, and have the ability to get along well with multiple personality types. Excellent verbal and written communications skills are a must. This is a paid position. We’d like to have someone hired by Labor Day at the latest. Please email resume and cover letter to laager@acgrep. com.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ ________
Paid Fall/Winter/ Spring Research Intern
Winning Connections is one of the nation’s leading telephone voter contact and grassroots advocacy firms. We offer our clients strategic direction and a research-driven approach as well as extensive experience and technical expertise. We have developed and conducted programs for more than 2000 campaigns in 48 states for prominent Democratic candidates and progressive organizations like the DNC, Sierra Club and Planned Parenthood.
Our firm is looking to hire an intern this fall at our office in
Primary duties will include:
• Compiling daily press clippings from various media sources
• Generating promotional materials for potential clients
• Issue and electoral research
• Database updating and management for firm’s marketing efforts
• Providing general support to all staff members, including administrative duties
Qualifications:
• Interest in progressive politics
• Must be highly organized and able to multitask
• Pro-active attitude
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter via email to jobs@winningconnect ions.com. Materials can also be faxed to 202/544-6039, Attn: Intern Coordinator.
Deadline for application is Friday, August 14, 2009.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ __
SENATE JOBS
Date: Tues, Jul 28 2009 5:42 am
072701 INCOME SECURITY BUDGET ANALYST – Chairman of Senate Committee
seeks Budget
Analyst to handle a variety of budget issues related to income
security and unemployment.
Applicants should be highly motivated and must possess strong
quantitative and analytic skills,
the ability to meet tight deadlines, excellent written and oral
communications skills and
initiative. Budget experience at the federal, state or local levels
strongly preferred. Health care
and Congressional experience a plus. Send resume and writing sample to
senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov or FAX to 202-228-2007.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
072401 SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR – Republican Senator is looking for an
experienced Systems
Administrator to oversee computer systems in D.C. and state offices.
Major responsibilities
include administration and maintenance of LAN and Correspondence
Management System.
Ability to do computer troubleshooting (network, hardware and
software) plus knowledge of
BlackBerry, Windows XP and Vista, Internet Quorum, Server 2003, Corel
WordPerfect, and MS
Office 2007. Additional responsibilities include Website maintenance.
Applicants must also
possess a strong aptitude for training on computer applications. The
ideal candidate should be
well-organized, able to multi-task, maintain composure under pressure,
and be dependable and
flexible. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to
senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov
indicating job referral number in the subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
072201 DEPUTY SCHEDULER - Democratic Senator seeking proactive,
resourceful, detail-oriented
person with strong writing skills to fill Deputy Scheduler position.
The DS works closely with
the Executive Scheduler as well as legislative, press and state staff
members. DS will assist in
maintaining the Senator’s daily and long-range schedules, including
organizing and investigating
invitations and requests for the Senator, developing prioritized
recommendations with staff input,
and following up with timely RSVPs or regrets. DS also assists in
collecting, organizing, and
delivering Senator’s daily briefing materials, as well as coordinating
Senator’s incoming and
outgoing phone calls. DS also prepares, edits, and tracks Senator’s
outgoing written
correspondence. DS will coordinate and execute special events and
projects for the Senator. Ideal
candidate will have minimum of 1 year experience in an administrative
or other similar role,
preferably on Capitol Hill. Candidates must also have excellent
writing skills, discretion, and the
ability to think and react quickly to challenging situations. Flexible
work hours required when
Senate is in session. Ability to occasionally drive Senator to local
events in DC a requirement.
Please send resumes to senatedemds@ gmail.com.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
072202 STAFF ASSISTANT- Democratic Senator seeks a personable,
dependable and professional
Staff Assistant for a very busy front office. Duties include, but are
not limited to: answering
phones, greeting visitors, providing clerical support to mail
operation, responding to inquiries
from constituents visiting DC, and tallying views and opinions of
constituents daily. Applicants
must be able to handle a fast paced working environment, have
excellent interpersonal skills, be
able to work well in a team environment, and have excellent oral
communications skills. Please
e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov
indicating job
referral number in the subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
072101 LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT - Midwestern Republican Senator has
an immediate
opening for a Legislative Correspondent. Candidates should be detail-
oriented, have strong
written and verbal communication skills, and be familiar with the
legislative process. Issues
include, but are not limited to taxes, budget, banking and insurance
and earmarks. Hill
experience is a plus. Please e-mail cover letter, resume, and brief
writing sample to
senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov indicating job referral number in the
subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
072005 ECONOMISTS - The Democratic Staff of the Joint Economic
Committee of the
seeks a staff economist with a serious interest in macroeconomics and
money and banking.
Candidates must have an interest in public policy. The position
requires independent research as
well as working closely with other economists on the staff, in the
federal government, and
academics throughout the country. A full-time, professional staff
position is being offered, but
single-year appointments will be considered. A Ph.D. in economics or
finance, or commensurate
work experience, is required. Successful candidates will have strong
communication skills.
Capitol Hill experience is also a plus. The Joint Economic Committee’s
mission is to review
economic conditions and make recommendations to Congress about a broad
range of policy
issues. The Committee holds hearings, conducts original research and
analysis, and advises
Members of Congress on economic policy. For more information on the
work of the Democratic
staff of the Committee, please visit our website at http://jec.senate.gov/democrats.
If interested,
please submit a resume, references, and two writing samples to:
JOBS@jec.senate. gov. The
Joint Economic Committee is an Equal Opportunity Employer
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
071603 STAFF ASSISTANT - Democratic Senator seeks a personable,
dependable, and professional
Staff Assistant for front office/reception duties. Applicants must
have exceptional interpersonal
skills, oral, written, communication skills, and be able to multi-task
in a high stress environment.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, answering multi-line
phones, greeting visitors,
handling White House tour and flag requests from constituents, and
front office organization.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to
senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov indicating job
referral number in the subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
071303 HEALTH LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT - Democratic Senator on the
Health, Education,
Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee seeks a senior Legislative
Assistant to handle health,
aging, and Social Security. Applicants should have direct expertise in
current health care issues
including health reform, Medicare, Medicaid, SCHIP, mental health,
prescription drugs,
children’s health, and appropriations. At least three years of Hill
experience is required and
experience working on or with the Senate or House Health Committees
and/or with the Labor,
Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Subcommittee
is strongly preferred
as are
writing, analytical,
negotiation, and organizational skills; the ability to perform well
under pressure while juggling
multiple tasks; and sound political judgment. The Legislative
Assistant will be expected to
handle relevant committee work and related constituent matters. Please
e-mail cover letter and
resume to senateposition@ gmail.com. No phone calls please.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
070802 PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND BUDGETING SPECIALIST – Senate
Committee (Majority) seeks an expert in performance- based management
and budgeting to assist
it in conducting oversight and assessing government-wide performance.
Relevant experience
may include work in the private sector or with state and local
governments, although knowledge
of the federal budget is a plus. The candidate must be able to conduct
complex and cross-cutting
research and analysis and present the results of such work in a clear,
precise, and persuasive
manner. Thoroughness and careful attention to detail, and strong oral
and written
communication skills, is a must. In addition, the candidate should be
able to manage multiple
tasks and projects, think creatively, and exercise sound discretion
and judgment. Please send
resumes to Senate_Employment@ saa.senate. gov or fax to 202 228-2007.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
070804 DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC PLANNING - Senate Committee (Majority)
seeks Director of
Strategic Planning to work on a variety of budget issues. Applicants
should have experience
with budget issues and strong networking skills. The candidate should
have the ability to meet
tight deadlines, have excellent written and oral communications skills
and initiative and be ready
to step in and handle projects at a moment’s notice. Press experience
a plus, Budget or Hill
experience preferred. Send resumes to Senate_Employment@ saa.senate. gov
or fax to 202
228-2007.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
070805 TRANSPORTATION BUDGET ANALYST – Chairman of Senate committee
seeks Budget
analyst to handle a variety of budget issues related to banking, SBA,
housing credit and
transportation. Applicants should be highly motivated and must possess
strong quantitative and
analytic skills, the ability to meet tight deadlines, excellent
written and oral communications
skills and initiative. Budget experience at the federal, state or
local levels, and a background in
banking, SBA, housing or transportation issues are ideal.
Congressional experience also a plus.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to
senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov indicating job
referral number in the subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
070201 FALL LAW CLERKS - Senior Democratic Senator is seeking
candidates for unpaid, full- or
part-time fall law clerkships in Senate Judiciary office. Judiciary
staff advises the Senator in
areas related to terrorism, criminal and civil law, civil rights,
privacy, intellectual property, and
immigration, as well as judicial nominations. Law clerks assist staff
with legislative and
oversight responsibilities and engage in a range of activities,
including, but not limited to,
attending hearings, conducting legal research, and drafting briefing
memos for the Senator.
Some general office support is also required. Clerkship is for law
students only. Ideal candidates
are 2L or 3L law students interested in government and public interest
law, learning about the
legislative process, have excellent writing and research skills, and
the ability to work
independently as well as part of a team. Strong written and oral
communication skills and a
good sense of humor are musts. Please e-mail resume, cover letter
including availability, and
a short legal writing sample for consideration to
jud.law.clerk@ gmail.com.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
063001 APPROPRIATIONS DIRECTOR – Democrat seeks staffer to oversee
appropriations and
special projects. Prior Hill and appropriations experience required.
Qualified candidates must
possess strong knowledge of appropriations process. Salary
commensurate with experience.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume to
senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov indicating job
referral number in the subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
062901 SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR – Democratic Senator seeks a Systems
Administrator to
oversee computer systems in D.C. and State offices. Major
responsibilities include determining
hardware, software and system functionality; maintaining and
troubleshooting hardware and
software problems related to the computer network, desktop units, and
other office equipment
such as blackberries, printers, video cameras; processing constituent
mail; and maintaining
constituent mail database. Ability to troubleshoot (network, hardware,
and software), plus
knowledge of Internet Quorum, Microsoft Office 2007, Windows XP,
Windows Vista, Windows
server 2003, and SharePoint 2007 server software strongly recommended.
Qualified candidates
should be well-organized, able to balance multiple-tasks, maintain
composure under pressure,
dependable and flexible. Applicants must also demonstrate a strong
aptitude for training staff on
computer applications, and have strong oral and written communication
skills. Salary is
commensurate with experience. To apply, please send a cover letter and
resume to
ussenatejobs@ gmail.com.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
061902 PRESS SECRETARY/SPEECHWRI TER – Western Democratic Senator seeks
experienced,
energetic, media-savvy professional to serve as Press Secretary/
Speechwriter. Position requires
strong verbal and written communications skills, previous on-the-
record experience, an interest
in public policy issues and the ability to work with a large, diverse
staff on a variety of topics.
Duties will include media contact, drafting news releases, advisories,
op-eds and implementing
press strategies. Individual will also be responsible for writing all
speeches and presentations
from the Senator as well as coordinating speech preparation. Hill and/
or journalism experience
strongly preferred. Western ties a plus. For consideration, send cover
letter, resume and
writing samples to western.press. speech@gmail. com.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
061804 LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL - Republican Senator seeks individual for a
junior Legislative
Counsel position. The Counsel will handle the Senator's trade,
judiciary issues, and some
Commerce Committee issues – specifically maritime and fishing. Ideal
candidate would have
Hill or relevant lobbying experience and possess strong writing,
analytical and communication
skills. Please e-mail resume, references and brief writing samples to
senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov indicating job referral number in the
subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
060401 SCHEDULER/STAFF ASSISTANT-Nonpartis an office seeks someone who
will serve as a
Scheduler and Staff Assistant. Responsibilities include responding to
scheduling requests, project
assistance, preparation of briefing materials and general office
duties. Applicants must be detail
oriented, have strong organizational skills and work well under
pressure. Economics or finance
backgrounds a plus. Excellent written and oral communications skills
are required. Please email
cover letter and resume to senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov indicating
job referral
number in the subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
060301 DEPUTY PRESS SECRETARY—Senior Northeast Democrat with active
committee
assignments seeks an experienced Deputy Press Secretary to join a busy
press operation. Primary
responsibilities will include managing large volume of media
inquiries; attending meetings and
hearings; drafting press releases, advisories, talking points and
statements; working closely with
the other members of the Communications team, as well as legislative
and committee staff; and
actively pitching the Senator’s actions and initiatives to national
and state press. Candidates must
have excellent writing, editing, organizational and communication
skills and the ability to meet
deadlines in a fast paced environment. Previous Hill and/or
communications experience and a
fluency in Spanish are preferred. Qualified candidates should email
cover letter and resume
to demdeputypress@ gmail.com.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
060202 PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER – Democratic Senator seeks a
Professional Staff
Member to handle small business, labor, finance and banking issues.
Significant knowledge of
finance, economics, labor relations and business strongly preferred.
Ideal candidate would also
have an advanced degree and Hill experience. Responsibilities will
include developing and
negotiating legislation and advising the Senator on policy matters.
This is a key staff position
and requires a candidate who is proactive and politically savvy, can
handle many projects at
once, has good follow-through, is a good, fast and succinct writer,
whether it is a memo or
statement, and works well with others. Please e-mail a cover letter
and resume to
senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov indicating job referral number in the
subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
052101 MAIL MANAGER - Democratic Senator seeks qualified individual
for Mail Manager position.
The Mail Manager is responsible for, but not limited to: reading,
sorting, and scanning incoming
constituent mail for distribution to legislative staff; data-entry and
preparing weekly mail reports.
Ideal candidates should possess strong organizational and
interpersonal skills and be detailoriented.
Experience with IQ mail system a plus. Please e-mail cover letter and
resume to
senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov indicating job referral number in the
subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
051503 PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER – Majority staff of Senate
Subcommittee seeks
experienced person to handle pension and retirement security issues.
Responsibilities will
include implementing a comprehensive legislative and oversight agenda.
Must have substantial
experience related to the issue areas, work well under pressure, and
have strong writing,
analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Capitol Hill
experience and an advanced
degree preferred. Equal opportunity employer. To apply, please e-mail
a cover letter and
resume to senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov indicating job referral
number in the
subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
051404 COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR – Moderate East Coast Democratic
Senator with active
committee assignments seeks an experienced Communications Director to
be part of senior
management team. Successful candidate will serve as primary on record
spokesperson and show
a demonstrated ability to work quickly to communicate complex issues
to multiple audiences on
behalf of the Senator. Must be an exceptional writer and editor able
to quickly produce press
releases, web entries, speeches, talking points, and necessary
briefing material as needed. Will be
expected to develop and implement national communication strategy,
integrated with and
supportive of home-state media efforts. Will be expected to mentor
others in press department
and delegate tasks to press and legislative staff as required. Strong
strategic planning,
management, and organizational skills required. Candidates must have
ability to monitor
Senator’s legislative activity and grasp complex policy concepts and
implications, proactively
communicating them as required. Candidates should have a track record
of speaking on the
record, pitching reporters on story ideas, op-eds, and other media
opportunities. Established
relationships with members of the national press a plus. Hill
experience (3+ years) required.
Salary commensurate with experience. Please send resume and cover
letter to
sencommdir2009@ gmail.com.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
050701 PROCUREMENT/ CONTRACTING COUNSEL/SPECIALIST - Republican office
seeks
Contracting and Procurement Specialist and/or Counsel with a strong
background in
procurement policy, military contracting issues, federal loans and
grants. Experience with
government agencies including: defense, homeland security, energy,
commerce, GSA, and small
business programs helpful. Applicants must be self-starters with
excellent writing, investigative,
and oversight experience. Please send a cover letter, resume, salary
requirements, and two
writing samples to senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov indicating job
referral number in
the subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
040701 CHIEF ECONOMIST – Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and
Urban Affairs majority
staff is looking for a senior, experienced Chief Economist who is
comfortable in a fast-paced
work environment. The position requires a detailed understanding of
monetary policy, financial
markets and bank regulation, fiscal policy and general economics.
Substantial legislative
experience, including work on Capitol Hill or in the Administration
interacting with Congress, is
desired. Candidates should also have working knowledge of, or be
willing to learn, the US
housing market, including mortgage finance as well as general
questions of funding formulas,
and econometric and numerical analysis. Background in economics of
federal transit policy,
including funding formulas, also helpful. Sense of humor, flexibility,
and being comfortable
working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment with senior
staff important. Salary
commensurate with experience. Send resumes and brief letters of
inquiry to
sbc.chiefecon@ gmail.com.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
040301 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT/COUNSEL - Western Democrat seeks LA/
Counsel for fastpaced
office. In addition to covering Judiciary, Homeland Security,
Immigration, and Election
Reform portfolios, including related appropriations work, the
candidate also will advise the
Senator and staff regarding ethics compliance and general government
oversight issues, as well
as coordinate judicial nominations. Applicants should be highly
motivated team players and
creative problem-solvers. Must possess strong analytical skills, be
able to meet tight deadlines
and demonstrate excellent written and oral communications skills,
including legal research and
writing. JD required, Hill experience preferred, and Spanish language
skills helpful. Please
submit resume and cover letter to westerndemcounsel@ gmail.com.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
032301 PRESS SECRETARY – Chairman of major Senate Committee seeks an
experienced Press
Secretary to contribute to busy press operation. Primary
responsibilities will include managing
large volume of media inquiries, attending hearings, writing press
releases and statements, and
actively pitching Committee’s actions and initiatives. Candidates must
have ability to grasp
complex policy concepts and implications, excellent writing and
editing skills, organizational
skills, and ability to think strategically. Two years Hill experience
required; Committee
experience a plus. Please send resume and cover letter to
senatecdjob1@ gmail.com.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
032302 COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR – Chairman of major Senate Committee
seeks an
experienced Communications Director to manage busy press office in a
fast-paced, dynamic
environment. Primary responsibility will be to develop and execute
multifaceted national
communications strategy to amplify and build public support for
Committee initiatives.
Candidates must have ability to grasp complex policy concepts and
implications; excellent
writing and editing skills, and strategic planning, management and
organizational skills.
Candidates must have extensive on-the-record experience and know how
to effectively pitch
stories, columns, op-eds and other initiatives. Candidates must have
strong, established
relationships with members of the national press – contacts within
financial media a plus. Hill
experience (5+ years) required; Committee experience preferred. Salary
commensurate with
experience. Please send resume and cover letter to
ussen.comm.pressjob @gmail.com.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
031101 PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER - Senator Thomas R. Carper is seeking
a Professional
Staff Member for his Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Committee Subcommittee
on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal
Services, and International
Security. This position includes responsibility for agency financial
management and efforts to
combat waste, fraud, and abuse in federal programs. Ideal candidates
would have an extensive
background in government oversight work. Please e-mail cover letter
and resume to
senate_employment@ saa.senate. gov indicating job referral number in the
subject line.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
031001 TRADE SPECIALIST/PROFESSI ONAL STAFF – Senior Member of the
Senate Finance
Committee seeks experienced counsel or professional staffer to serve
as Staff Director of Trade
Subcommittee, and to staff other personal office issues yet to be
determined. Responsibilities
include conducting oversight and investigation of trade and
competitiveness issues, as well as
developing, drafting and promoting legislation. Successful candidates
will have extensive
experience in the field, and significant Congressional experience a
strong plus. Excellent
opportunities for professional growth. Equal opportunity employer. No
telephone inquiries.
Send resume and cover letter to TDPosition@yahoo. com.
____________ _________ _________ _________ _
022301 STAFF DIRECTOR OF THE BANKING SECURITIES SUBCOMMITTEE -
Democratic
Senator on the Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee seeks a
senior banking/financial
services policy advisor to serve as Staff Director of the Subcommittee
on Securities, Insurance,
and Investment as well as handle tax and related matters. Applicants
should have expertise in
banking and securities law and the regulatory structure of the
financial system. At least four
years of Hill experience is required and experience working on or with
the Banking Committee
is strongly preferred. Qualified candidates will also have strong
writing, analytical, negotiation,
and organizational skills; the ability to perform well under pressure
and while juggling multiple
tasks; and sound political judgment. The senior policy advisor will
also be expected to handle
occasional constituent matters. Please e-mail cover letter and resume
to
senateposition@ gmail.com. No phone calls please.
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013001 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT - Moderate Democrat seeks highly
qualified staffer to cover
primarily financial services and housing issues. The Senator plans to
be very active on these
issues. Candidates should be highly motivated, experienced, with
excellent written and oral
communication skills. Send resume to bankingstaffer@ gmail.com.
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123003 INVESTIGATIVE COUNSEL/INVESTIGATI VE STAFF - Seeking experienced
attorneys
or otherwise qualified professionals to work on the bipartisan
Congressional Oversight Panel
created by the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 to oversee
the implementation of
the Troubled Assets Relief Program (TARP). Familiarity with financial
services regulation, the
mortgage crisis, and the financial crisis is required. Investigative
counsel and staff will work
with a team of attorneys and in conjunction with finance experts and
economists to investigate
all aspects of the U.S. Department of Treasury's TARP activities,
including the use of TARP
funds, the impact of TARP on financial institutions and markets, the
transparency and fairness of
the Treasury Department's administration of TARP, and the
effectiveness of foreclosure
mitigation efforts. Job responsibilities will include preparing for
hearings on TARP operations,
staffing Panel members, reviewing administrative agency information,
conducting interviews
with agency personnel, consultation with policy experts, and
preparation of reports. Please
email cover letter and resume to oversightpanel@ gmail.com.
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123004 POLICY ADVISOR - Seeking experienced policy analysts to work on
the bipartisan
Congressional Oversight Panel (COP) created by the Emergency Economic
Stabilization Act of
2008 to: 1) oversee the implementation of the Troubled Assets Relief
Program (TARP) and 2)
make recommendations on regulatory reform to the next Congress and
Administration.
Experience in the fields of economics, finance and banking, financial
services regulation,
consumer protection, or housing policy is necessary. Job
responsibilities will include research,
analysis of Working Group policy papers, preparation of briefing
materials for Panel Members,
drafting report language, and offering substantive recommendations on
regulatory reform to
Panel members. Please email cover letter and resume to
oversightpanel@ gmail.com.
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National Security Network –Fall Internship Program (Washington, DC)
The National Security Network (NSN) is an organization that promotes pragmatic and principled foreign policy to ensure a secure and prosperous future for the United States. NSN works with a broad network of foreign policy and national security experts to 1) identify, develop, and synthesize the best policy ideas and solutions; 2) translate those ideas into effective factual and thematic messages that will resonate with a broad audience; and 3) distribute its message to elected officials, progressive political candidates, the media, national security experts, community leaders, and non-governmental organizations.
NSN is currently accepting internship applications for the Fall of 2009. The intern will write, edit and research key products on U.S. foreign policy and work closely with the senior staff. This is a unique opportunity to interact with leaders in the progressive foreign policy community. Additionally, the organization’ s relationships with the progressive national security community will give the intern an opportunity to interact with a broader network of interns and experts.
Responsibilities of the intern will include (but are not limited to):
• Writing and editing issue briefs, talking points and op-eds on key national security issues
• Assisting with research projects
• Working on web based projects of the organization
• Helping coordinate event logistics
• Assisting with general administrative duties
Preferred Qualifications:
• Either a current student or a recent graduate
• Strong writing abilities
• Relevant research experience
• Political experience a plus
• Ability to work independently in fast paced dynamic environment
• Flexibility to handle diverse tasks
• Familiarity with MS Office
• Related administrative experience
• Candidates should be able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week
A modest stipend may be available.
Resume and writing sample (2-3 pages) should be sent to jobs@nsnetwork. org.
EA to VP in Lobbying Office – 50K
Busy government affairs office of a large corporation, in need of an Assistant to the Vice President. Be involved in hot issues such as energy, climate change, and international business and support a top lobbyist in Washington , with an organization that leans to the right. Position involves heavy scheduling, making travel arrangements, and handling special administrative projects. Must have high-level organizational skills, outgoing personality, and sense of office protocol. College degree and 1-3 years of experience will get you 50K! Position looking to move very quickly, so must be able to interview immediately. Please send resumes to chrissie.hendrickson@trakservices.com or call Chrissie at (202) 466-8850.
From: Mills, Edward
Sent: Wednesday, July 29, 2009 5:55 PM
Subject:
Senior Member of the House Financial Services Committee seeks a Legislative Assistant whose primary focus will be working on financial services issues. Responsibilities of this position will include staffing the Member for the Financial Services Committee as well as research, writing, and working on legislation. The successful candidate will have the ability to produce quality work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment, the capacity to think creatively and outstanding communication and writing skills. Candidates should possess a solid background in financial services. This office is an equal opportunity employer. Capitol Hill experience is preferred. Please e-mail cover letter and resume toFinancialservicesjob14@gmail.com.
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Edward J.M. Mills
Policy Advisor
Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney (NY-14)
2332 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington , DC 20515
202-225-7944
http://maloney.house.gov/
Rep. Alan Grayson (D-FL-08) is seeking Legislative Interns for the month of August. Legislative interns will be responsible for projects such as writing constituent correspondence, providing support for daily legislative tasks, fielding constituent phone calls and other requests. Other duties include leading Capitol building tours and providing staff with general office support. During their term, interns are encouraged to attend briefings and committee hearings of personal interest and complete individual and team goals.
Ideally, a candidate should be able to start immediately. Florida ties a plus, but work ethic and professional attitude are essential.
Please email Fl08jobs@gmail.com with a Resume and Cover Letter. Address to Michael Steimle and Tyler Norkus.
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Congressman Tim Walz (D-MN) seeks interns for the Fall 2009 semester. Applicants should be highly-motivated, well-organized, and eager to assist with legislative and administrative needs of the staff. Such duties include but are not limited to attending briefings, answering the phones, drafting and responding to constituent letters, assisting in research, giving tours of the capitol, and various other administrative tasks. Applicants should possess an interest in the legislative process, as well as strong written and verbal communications skills. Minnesota ties a plus. Applications accepted for both full-time and part-time positions. This is an unpaid position. If interested, please contact Carina Marquez-Barrientos at carina.marquez@mail.house.gov with "Fall Internship" in the subject line.
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For Rep. Larry Kissell [D-NC] --
Fall Interns Needed
Democratic North Carolina Congressman seeks current college students wishing to gain Capitol Hill experience in a fast-paced office for a full or part-time Fall internship. We are seeking motivated, organized, and reliable individuals to assist the legislative and administrative staff with day-to-day duties. Such duties include answering phones, performing legislative research, and various other tasks. The internship is unpaid, but interns will gain valuable Hill and office experience and will have access to many unique Hill opportunities. North Carolina ties are preferred but not required. Applicants should submit resume and cover letter toncjobs8@yahoo.com with “Fall Interns” as the subject title.
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For Senator Bernie Sanders [I-VT] --
As the Senator represents the state of Vermont, preference is given to Vermonters. However, all people interested in progressive public policy are encouraged to apply.
Term: August/September 2009 – December 2009 (part-time and full-time positions available)
Job Description: Photography and/or journalism experience is desired, but not required.
• Technology Related:
- Keeps supplies of tech equipment stocked
- Keeps tech equipment running
- Works with House recording studio and press secretary to get out satellite beams
- Identify and download news clips of Senator
• Public Relations Related:
- Help with Publication Design
- Assist with research and drafting of press documents
- Assist in drafting website content
- Photograph constituents with Senator Sanders
- Order photos
- Send photos to constituents and newspapers
- Compress photos for posting on Web
- Write Captions
If interested, please email the following as an attachment
(1) one-page resume;
(2) transcript (unofficial is fine);
(3) brief writing sample (3-6 pages maximum); and
(4) Two references (preferably one from a teacher/professor) toJami_Westerhold@sanders.senate.gov with PRESS INTERNSHIP APPLICATION in the subject line.
This is a great way to get your "foot in the door" on Capitol Hill.
Applications are due by August 2nd, but will be reviewed and hired on a rolling basis. All internships are unpaid.
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For Rep. Mary Jo Kilroy [D-OH] --
Job Summary
The office of a Democratic Congresswoman has an opening for an internship available to college students or recent graduates in Washington, DC. Duties vary widely and include, but are not limited to: working with legislative staff and doing background research on legislative issues, processing mail and drafting responses to constituent mail, monitoring hearings, working with district aides to help constituents resolve problems with government agencies, working with district staff to seek sources of grants funding for constituents, working with press staff on press outreach, providing support work for schedulers and office managers, answering phones, and other staff support work.
A successful applicant will possess strong writing, research and communication skills. Applicants from Ohio are preferred.
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The Office of Rep. Adam Smith (D-WA-09) is seeking to hire a paid full time intern for the fall 2009 Semester in the Washington, D.C. office. Candidates should have an interest in the legislative process, possess excellent writing and communication skills, and have an understanding of the American political system.
Legislative interns will be responsible for projects such as writing constituent correspondence, providing support for daily legislative tasks, fielding constituent phone calls and other requests. Other duties include leading Capitol building tours and providing staff with general office support. During their term, interns will also have the opportunity to attend briefings and committee hearings of personal interest and complete individual and team goals.
The 2009 Fall Internship begins September, 2009. Start date is flexible. If you would like to be considered for an internship, please send your resume and cover letter to Catherine.fish@mail.house.gov
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For Rep. Anthony Weiner [D-NY] --
INTERNS —House democratic office is seeking fall interns for the Washington , D.C. , office. Duties include, but are not limited to, answering phones, sorting mail, attending hearings, leading capitol tours, writing letters to constituents, and assisting legislative staff with research and other projects. Preference will be given to applicants with New York City ties. Please send resume and cover letter to ny09internship@gmail.com.
031101 PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER - Senator Thomas R. Carper is seeking a Professional
Staff Member for his Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Subcommittee
on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International
Security. This position includes responsibility for agency financial management and efforts to
combat waste, fraud, and abuse in federal programs. Ideal candidates would have an extensive
background in government oversight work. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
Job Openings For July 29, 2009
Note to Job Applicants: To apply for a position, unless otherwise directed in listing, e-mail your resume and other supporting documents to harjobs@cq.comwith the Job Referral Number visible in the subject field. Applications for multiple jobs must be e-mailed separately. Applications can also be mailed to Job Openings, c/o CQ’s House Action Reports, 1255 22nd Street, N.W., Washington, D.C., 20037. Indicate the Job Referral Number on your resume, as well as on the outside of the envelope, and send a separate resume for each position for which you are applying. Copies of the Job Openings are also available by request at Kinko’s, on Capitol Hill, 715 D Street, S.E.
Note to Subscribers: You must subscribe to House Action Reports to post a job listing. To post a listing, e-mail the job description and contact information toharjobs@cq.com by noon on Wednesday.
*An asterisk indicates the first publication of a new opening. All other openings have been published previously.
INTERN – Internships are an excellent opportunity to gain Capitol Hill experience. If you are interested in a position as an intern for a member of Congress, submit your resume to the House Action Reports intern file. House Action Reports will keep resumes on file for approximately two months and make them available to offices upon request. Date your resume and send it to Job Referral No. “Intern.”
NEWS ANALYST/EDITOR — Bulletin News analysts are at the cutting edge of the modern information world. Each morning, the nation's top executives in the government and corporate sectors start their day with a news analysis briefing provided by Bulletin News. If you want the opportunity to brief the nation's decision makers, please fax your resume to 703-483-6181, or e-mail us atResumesWP@BulletinNews.com. In order to do this job well, you must have excellent analytical skills, writing and editing ability, and experience in either government or corporate headquarters. The ability to work very early morning hours is a must. If you love news, thrive under deadlines, and want to have a direct impact on important decision makers, Bulletin News is the place for you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT/EDITORIAL QUALITY CONTROL — BulletinNews produces the daily White House News Summary for the Executive Office of the President and additional customized news briefings for governmental and Fortune 500 leaders nationwide. We're expanding the product management team, reflecting the rapid growth of our business. The successful candidate will be pivotal, serving as (a) the face of the company to clients, each of which pays six figures annually for their daily service; (b) the “voice of the client” internally, ensuring that our editorial workers understand client needs; and (c) a driver of our quality-control management system. Ideal candidate will have strong account management skills combined with experience working as a journalist, editor or similar news generation/monitoring position. Apply toBusOps@BulletinNews.com. EEOC.
SENIOR LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL — Senior Democratic member of the House Committee on Homeland Security seeks an energetic and proactive senior legislative counsel to manage committee responsibilities and a broad portfolio of other legislative issues. Substantive knowledge and previous experience with homeland security issues as well as other issues including energy and environment, budget and tax, and housing is a plus. Candidates should have prior Hill experience, have impeccable writing and analytical skills, be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and possess a strong knowledge of the legislative process. The candidate will be responsible for developing legislative initiatives, tracking legislation, drafting correspondence and floor/committee statements, drafting press releases, and representing the member in meetings. The successful candidate will be a results-oriented problem solver, a motivated self-starter, and possess a
demonstrated ability to work independently as a policy entrepreneur. This is NOT an entry-level position and we are not looking for recent law or business school graduates. A law or business degree is required. To apply, please e-mail a cover letter, resume and three writing samples with the words "Senior Legislative Counsel" in the subject line to: TX18resume@mail.house.gov.
INTERNS — Freshman House democratic office is seeking full time fall interns for the Washington, D.C., office. Duties include, but are not limited to, answering phones, sorting mail, attending hearings, leading capitol tours, writing letters to constituents, and assisting legislative staff with research and other projects. Preference will be given to individuals with Illinois ties. Please send a cover letter, resume, and a short (1 page or less) writing sample to IL.internships@gmail.com.
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT — Democratic Armed Services Committee member is seeking a legislative assistant to handle committee work. Candidates should have significant Hill experience, excellent written and oral communication skills. Preference is for candidates with military service. Please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample to MLAopening2009@gmail.com.
INTERNS —The College Republican National Committee is seeking five to six interns for the fall of 2009 in the Washington D.C., office. We are looking for multiple interns for the following positions: Political, Communications and Finance. All candidates should have a strong work ethic, excellent writing and research skills, and be highly organized. Ideal candidates for the political internships would be Political Science majors and knowledgeable of current events. Candidates for the Communications Intern position should be a Media/PR major and well versed in new media technology (Facebook, Twitter, Blogs, etc) and will work with the Communications Director. Candidates for the Finance Intern position would ideally have a background in Economics/Finance and be interested in accounting and fundraising work. This internship requires a minimum time commitment of three half-working days per week (15 hours). Please send resume and cover letter to Tierra
Warren (twarren@crnc.org) with the subject Summer Internship. Make sure to include available times for a phone interview as well as which position you are applying for.
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