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Offices within the United States Senate are equal opportunity employers.
071601 PRESS INTERN - The Democratic Staff of the Senate Finance Committee is currently seeking a Press Intern for fall semester (starting in August or early September). The Press Intern assists members of the press staff with a variety of tasks including monitoring press coverage of Chairman Baucus and topics under Finance Committee jurisdiction, drafting press releases and other press materials, attending Committee hearings, organizing press conferences and other press events, researching various topics and media outlets, and completing administrative tasks. The Committee’s internships for undergrads are unpaid, but depending on individual school requirements, may be completed for college credit. Those with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
receive a stipend. Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, writing sample
(3-5 pages), and references to finance.majority@yahoo.com.
071602 INTERNS - The Democratic Staff of the Senate Finance Committee is currently seeking interns for fall semester (starting in August or early September). Positions are available in health, tax, trade, and economic development areas. Interns conduct in-depth research, attend meetings and briefings on and off the Hill, and provide critical support to Senate Staff as they make legislative recommendations to Senator Baucus and other Senators on the Finance Committee. The Committee’s internships for undergrads are unpaid, but depending on individual school requirements, may be completed for college credit. Those with a Bachelor’s degree or higher receive a stipend. Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, writing sample
(3-5 pages), and references to
finance.majority@yahoo.com.
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.
071302 FALL INTERNS – Democratic staff of the Senate Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia is seeking unpaid fall Interns. Graduate students, law students, and college juniors or seniors are invited to apply. The jurisdiction of the Subcommittee includes federal workforce issues, including hiring, benefits, rights, and protections; management and efficiency of federal programs; national security staffing; the District of Columbia; and other issues. Interns will attend hearings and briefings, conduct research, track news articles related to the Subcommittee’s work, draft memoranda, and provide administrative support. Interns will have the opportunity to learn Senate procedure, including the committee process. Successful applicants must write well, be reliable, have the
ability to multi-task, and have strong interpersonal skills. Background or interest in labor law, government management, or other topics related to the Subcommittee’s work is preferred. Although internships are unpaid, college/graduate school credit can be arranged if your institution allows or requires. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample (less than 5 pages) to OGMintern@gmail.com.
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 Rhode Island ties. Qualified candidates will also have strong 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.
071304 FALL INTERNS – Senator Jeff Merkley of Oregon seeks full and part-time interns for his Washington, D.C. office. Interns will be paired with legislative staff or press based on their interests and experience. In addition to researching legislative issues, interns will also have the opportunity to attend hearings, prepare memos, and draft correspondence. Interns are expected to assist with constituent services and administrative duties. Preference will be given to applicants from Oregon. All internships are unpaid. If your institution allows or requires college credit, that can be arranged. To apply, please submit a resume, a cover letter, a short essay describing what you hope to gain from this internship, a letter of recommendation and two additional
references by email to DC_intern@merkley.senate.gov. Please direct questions to the Intern Coordinator at (202) 224 3997.
070901 LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT – Democratic Senator seeks Legislative Correspondent to answer constituent mail in a variety of issue areas. The successful candidate will possess excellent writing skills, firm command of grammar and usage, the ability to conduct research and assist in hearing preparations in a fast-paced environment, and be eager to work as part of a legislative team. Hill experience strongly preferred. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to: senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
070902 FALL INTERNS – A western Republican Senator is seeking college students and recent college graduates for full and part-time internships this fall term. Responsibilities to include front office support, mail room duty, assisting leg staff with research, administrative tasks, and assisting with special projects. Applicants must be proactive, hard-working, and have the ability to communicate well. No phone calls please. Please e-mail (as separate attachments) cover
letter, resume, and one letter of recommendation to
intern_coordinator@ensign.senate.gov, or fax to (202) 228-1699, indicating ’09 Fall Internship in the subject line.
070903 SCHEDULER – Senior Democratic Senator seeks highly motivated and organized individual to oversee DC and state scheduling duties. Applicant will be responsible for preparing daily, weekly and long-term schedules, arranging travel itineraries, coordinating arrival and departure of Senator’s meeting participants, and interacting with the Senator on all aspects of the workday. Individual will work in tandem with the Senator’s Executive Assistant and Deputy Scheduler in a very fast-paced environment. Candidates will need to be very hard working, detail-oriented and
able to maintain discretion. Previous scheduling experience preferred. Pay commensurate with experience. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to
dcscheduler@yahoo.com.
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.
070803 SENIOR DEFENSE BUDGET ANALYST – Chairman of Senate Committee seeks Senior Budget Analyst to handle defense issues and a variety of budget issues and analyses related to defense and national security. Applicants must possess strong quantitative skills, the ability to meet tight deadlines, excellent written and oral communication skills and initiative. Candidates should have significant budgeting experience at the federal, state or local levels and a strong background in defense policy issues. Please e-mail resume and writing sample to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line, 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.
070701 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT—Democratic Member on Senate Foreign Relations Committee seeks an experienced Legislative Assistant/PRM to handle a host of issues, including but not limited to, foreign relations, defense, intelligence, and homeland security. Individual will be responsible for: staffing the Senator’s active work on the Committee, including the Senator’s Chairmanship of the Subcommittee on Near Eastern and South and Central Asian Affairs; monitoring pending legislation in assigned issue areas; drafting amendments and bills; meeting with constituents and preparing briefing materials for the Senator. Hill experience desired; experience working with the Senate Foreign Relations Committee preferred. This is not an entry-level position. Qualified candidates will also have strong writing, analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to operate effectively under pressure while juggling multiple tasks. All applicants should be eligible to hold a Top Secret security clearance. Pennsylvania ties a plus. Interested applicants should e-mail a resume, cover
letter and two short writing samples to open_positions@casey.senate.gov with the subject “Legislative Assistant.” Incomplete applications will not be considered. Absolutely no calls or drop-bys please. This office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation.
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.
070203 PART-TIME HAIR STYLIST - US Senate seeks a Part-time Hair Stylist for full service salon. Candidate must be experienced in styling, coloring, & cutting techniques for women, men & all textures & lengths of hair. Barber or cosmetology license required & 3-5 years exp desired. Salary: $8,944 base plus 45% commission. Parking/metro & federal benefits. Submit cover letter and resume to resumes@saa.senate.gov. (WORD DOCUMENTS or PDF’s ONLY). When
applying use job code HS. DEADLINE:7/20/09.
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.
063002 FALL INTERNS – US Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship (Republican office) is seeking college students and recent college graduates for unpaid, part-time internships for the fall 2009 term. Responsibilities to include supporting staff with legislative research, drafting correspondence, administrative duties, assisting with hearings and briefings, compiling daily press clips and assisting with special projects. The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment is also appreciated. Applicants should have strong written and verbal skills as well
As an interest or background in business and economic development. No phone calls please.
Please e-mail (as separate attachments) cover letter, resume and writing sample 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.
062601 LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT - Republican Senator seeks an experienced Legislative Assistant to handle a host of issues including, but not limited to, banking, Social Security, budget, taxes, economic development, small business, and pensions. Individual will be responsible for monitoring pending legislation in their assigned issue areas, drafting amendments and bills, meeting with constituents and preparing briefing materials for the Senator. Knowledge of Senate floor procedures and Hill experience required. Qualified applicants must have excellent oral and
written communication skills, as well as an ability to function effectively in a fast-paced
Environment. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to
senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
061901 EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - Midwestern Democratic Senator is seeking an experienced individual to act as Executive Assistant. Individual must be highly organized, detail-oriented and have excellent communication skills. Duties include handling personal correspondence and phone calls. Candidates must have the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with discretion. Hill experience preferred, but not required. Candidates should email a resume and cover letter to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
061902 PRESS SECRETARY/SPEECHWRITER – 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.
061803 RESEARCH ASSISTANT - Midwestern Democratic Senator has an immediate opening for a Research Assistant. Candidates should be detail-oriented, have strong written and verbal communication skills, and be familiar with the legislative process. Knowledge of agriculture, trade, and nutrition issues is desirable. 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.
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. 061702 FALL INTERNS - Senator Jon Tester’s office seeks full-time Interns for his Washington D.C. office. Intern responsibilities include, but are not limited to: researching legislative issues, attending hearings, preparing follow-up memos, assisting with constituent services, and administrative duties. Applicants must be motivated, hard-working, and have good communication skills. These unpaid internships are a great introduction to Capitol Hill. To apply, please submit a completed application form (available on tester.senate.gov), a cover letter, current resume, three letters of recommendation and a writing sample via fax to
(202) 224-8594.
060401 SCHEDULER/STAFF ASSISTANT-Nonpartisan 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.
060402 PRESS INTERNS - The office of U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) seeks press interns for fast-paced, aggressive communications office. Press interns will work closely with Communications Director, Press Secretary, and Press Assistant on a variety of tasks. Responsibilities include answering the press line and fielding calls from reporters, working with communications office and legislative staff to compile reports and other documents for media distribution, working with Press Assistant to compile daily press clips for Senator’s review, coordinating daily update of reporter contact lists, and work with communications office on new media projects. Position requires a keen attention to detail, the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines, and the ability to demonstrate professionalism and discretion at all times. Strong writing and grammar skills and proficiency of Microsoft Office applications required.
Journalism/communications background and Ohio ties a plus. To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to Haley_Morris@brown.senate.gov.
060403 DEPUTY CLERK – Busy Committee seeks a professional administrator to assist as a Deputy Clerk. This position is non-designated, therefore will support the Majority and Minority Staff. Responsibilities are varied and will include oversight of administrative operations and management of logistics related to committee hearings, mark-ups and official meetings. Additional responsibilities include management of office accounts, staff accounts, timesheets and leave, oversight of staff education and training, and ensuring that office policies and procedures are followed. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are needed. Please e-mail 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 detail oriented. 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 andwriting. 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/PROFESSIONAL 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.
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.
123003 INVESTIGATIVE COUNSEL/INVESTIGATIVE 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.
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.
112109 ECONOMISTS - The Democratic Staff of the Joint Economic Committee of the U.S. Congress seeks staff economists with a serious interest in public policy research. Subject areas of interest include macroeconomics, the Federal budget and tax policy, health care policy, energy markets, the U.S. labor market and work-life issues. Successful candidates will have strong communication skills. 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 a related field, or commensurate work experience, is required. 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
